The scope of the supply are services to support manufacturing and R&D activities in the frame of ITER and other fusion projects under responsibility of F4E which will consist of material and mock-up characterizations at room and elevated temperatures, inspections and non-destructive testing of materials. Such services will also include, planning, preparation, manufacturing of specimens, execution, evaluation and reporting of specified characterization or inspection tasks. The storage and, in some cases, the disposal of used specimens and leftover materials is also be included in the services scope.

The material mock-ups to be characterized in this framework contract will originate from manufacturing processes of components for ITER or other fusion facilities and from research and development activities or new material and components.

Further information is detailed in the tender specifications (Annex A and B of the Invitation to tender).