UKRI-5720 Magnetic Bearing Drive systems for ISIS Neutron Disc Choppers

Buyer
UK Research & Innovation (UKRI)
Value
£2,100,000
Closes
2 November 2026
Where
Swindon, Wiltshire, the South West
Type
Open tender

In plain English

UKRI is looking for a single supplier to design and manufacture between 6 and 11 magnetic bearing drive systems for neutron disc choppers used at the ISIS research facility. They expect to buy around 20 systems total over the contract period, with the first batch ordered within year one.

What the buyer wants

• Supply between 6 and 11 disc chopper drive systems in the first year, meeting the outline specification provided • Design and manufacture systems to exact technical specifications for neutron physics research equipment • Be prepared to adapt designs for future orders based on specific project requirements agreed at preliminary design reviews

Likely requirements

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This is a highly specialised contract requiring advanced magnetic bearing engineering and neutron physics knowledge; most small general engineering firms will lack the technical depth, R&D capability, and manufacturing precision required to compete.

How to bid

This is an open tender: any eligible business can respond directly to the buyer by the deadline, with no framework membership needed.

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