STEP Electrical Connector Technology Development

Concepts

• research and development
• abingdon
• ukaea
• electrical connector technology development
• electrical circuit components
• development program
• commercial development of fusion energy supply
• technology partner
• development of such connector
• development of electrical connector technology

Location

Abingdon

Description

There is a requirement to develop unique connector(s) to support the commercial development of fusion energy supply, in the longer term to the national grid. The purpose of this procurement package is to support the development of such connector(s) in association with a technology partner. The United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA) would like to appoint a technology partner or partners for the development of electrical connector technology capable of transferring tens of kilo-Amperes of current at low voltage and at cryogenic temperatures, in consort with very with low electrical resistance and capable of multiple mating/unmating cycles. The development program is expected to be stage-gated and a collaborative effort between the partner(s) and UKAEA with UKAEA providing seed contract funding in an Innovation Partnership framework.

CPV Codes

• 73100000 - Research and experimental development services
• 31220000 - Electrical circuit components
• 31680000 - Electrical supplies and accessories
• 42150000 - Nuclear reactors and parts
• 44000000 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)
• 44300000 - Cable, wire and related products
• 73430000 - Test and evaluation

Indicators

• Bids should cover the whole contract.
• Performance considerations apply.