UKRI-5720 Magnetic Bearing Drive systems for ISIS Neutron Disc Choppers
The contract covers the supply of magnetic bearing drive systems for ISIS neutron disc choppers, with an initial requirement for systems containing between six and eleven discs. UK Research & Innovation (UKRI), the public-sector organisation responsible for funding and supporting research and innovation across the UK, intends to appoint a single supplier for this equipment. The supplier will provide systems to the stated outline specification, with future units adjusted to individual project requirements and agreed at each project’s preliminary design review. UKRI expects to purchase approximately 20 systems over the contract’s duration, although this volume is not guaranteed, and between six and eleven systems are expected to be purchased during the first year of the call-off contract. The delivery location and contract duration are not specified. The most critical stated qualification requirement is the ability to supply the specified magnetic bearing drive systems and accommodate project-specific technical adjustments through the preliminary design review.
Buyer: UK Research & Innovation (UKRI). Source: Find a Tender. Updated 7 Oct 2026.
Key facts
- Estimated value: £2.1m
- Bids close: 2 Nov 2026
- Location: Swindon
- Procedure: Open procedure
- Contract period: 23 Nov 2026 to 22 Nov 2030
- Category: Miscellaneous special-purpose machinery (42990000)
From the official notice
This tender provides the outline specification for UKRI to contract with a single supplier to supply between six- and eleven-disc chopper drive systems to be purchased within the first year of the call-off contract. Future systems procured under this contract would be based upon this specification, but adjusted to meet the specific project requirements, to be agreed at the project’s preliminary design review. The total volume purchased throughout the duration of the contract is likely to be in the region of 20 systems, but this figure cannot be guaranteed.
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Questions about this tender
When is the deadline?
Bids close on 2 Nov 2026.
What is it worth?
The estimated value is £2.1m.
Who can apply?
The buyer has marked it as suitable for small and medium-sized businesses.
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