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Tenders opened for nuclear fusion programme

UK Fusion Energy, the government agency aiming to build the UK’s first
energy-producing fusion reactor, has announced it is seeking tenders for
the reactor’s construction. Nuclear fusion, the process that powers the
sun, promises limitless clean power.

Despite decades of research, no-one
has yet built a reactor that generates more power than it consumes. The
STEP Fusion programme aims to change that. The new £138m tender is made up
of five lots. Lot 1 will cover the development of a Breeder Blanket System.
Lot 2 asks for a Fuel Cycle System Partner, to support and then lead on the
delivery of key fuelling and fuel cycle sub-systems, working with all other
partners to ensure the delivery of a coherent and safe integrated fuel
cycle design. Lot 3 seeks a Test Operations Partner, to lead operations of
UK Fusion Energy test facilities and associated test activities. Lot 4
seeks a Control System Partner, and Lot 5 seeks asks for a Systems
Engineering and Whole Plant Integration Partner to provide critical
capabilities, including providing capability to support the definition,
coordination, and integration of the fusion plant systems to ensure a
functional, safe and efficient single operational facility outcome.

Construction Index 12th Nov 2026,
https://www.theconstructionindex.co.uk/news/view/tenders-opened-for-nuclear-fusion-programme

November 13, 2026 - Posted by Christina Macpherson | technology