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HSE RFQ - Specimen machining

HEALTH & SAFETY EXECUTIVE

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

27 Feb 2025 at 12:42

Award Notice
Tender

13 Jan 2025 at 17:05

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Health & Safety Executive (HSE) has concluded the procurement process for the tender titled "HSE RFQ - Specimen machining," focusing on laboratory, optical, and precision equipment under the CPV code 38000000. This procurement was carried out through an open procedure, catering specifically to small and medium enterprises (SMEs). The contract has been awarded to 1860 GEL Limited. The contract period spans from 3rd March 2025 to 31st March 2028, with the services set to be delivered to the HSE's Science Division laboratory located in Harpur Hill, Buxton, SK17 9JN. The value of the awarded contract is £10,697, with the total procurement value reaching £60,000. Key dates included the publication date of 13th January 2025, the tender period ending on 12th February 2025, and the award date on 27th February 2025.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses in the laboratory equipment and precision engineering sectors. SMEs, in particular, will find this to be a compelling opportunity to showcase their capabilities and secure a significant government contract, thereby fostering business growth. Companies specializing in machining of materials test specimens to precise specifications will be well-suited to compete for such opportunities in the future. Additionally, participation in this procurement process through the HSE In-Tend supplier e-procurement portal provides an accessible and efficient way for businesses to engage with government contracts.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

HSE RFQ - Specimen machining

Notice Description

The Science Division (SD) of the Health and Safety Executive invites competitive quotations for the Supply of the following items to their Laboratory located at Harpur Hill, Buxton SK17 9JN. We require the machining of materials test specimens to the specifications and tolerances presented in the specification on In-Tend Additional information: All tender documents are available via the HSE In-Tend supplier e-procurement portal. All responses and requests for clarification must be submitted via the portal. Registration is free of charge and can be completed via the following link: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/hse

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-5180d7e2-d216-4bba-bdfb-ee4fa343d4f4
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9b9e458c-71ca-4bca-9d0b-077b3df40598
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

71300000 - Engineering services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£60,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£10,697 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Feb 202512 months ago
Submission Deadline
12 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Feb 202512 months ago
Contract Period
3 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2028 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HEALTH & SAFETY EXECUTIVE
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
tenders@hse.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BOOTLE
Postcode
L20 7HS
Post Town
Liverpool
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD73 Sefton
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Sefton
Electoral Ward
Linacre
Westminster Constituency
Bootle

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

1860 GEL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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