Summary of the contracting process

The Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) is seeking to procure a new 9000L bulk liquid nitrogen storage vessel to replace its old, unrepairable tank. This procurement falls under the industry categories of installation services of laboratory equipment (CPV code: 51430000), liquid nitrogen (CPV code: 24111800), and gas tanks (CPV code: 44612200). The procurement stage is currently at the tender phase, with the submission deadline set for 4th March 2025, 10:00 AM GMT. The selected contractor will need to supply, deliver, install, and commission the new storage vessel, providing detailed design documentation and necessary safety certifications. The project location is in South Mimms, Potters Bar, Hertfordshire, UK.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for business growth, particularly for companies experienced in the production and installation of large-scale storage tanks, laboratory equipment suppliers, and those capable of providing related safety certifications. The project’s suitability for SMEs further opens the door for smaller enterprises with the relevant technical expertise. By winning this contract, businesses can significantly enhance their portfolio, gain a prestigious reference from a prominent government agency, and secure financial gains through a project valued at £50,000 GBP.

Tender

Purchase of Cryogenic Storge Unit Bulk LN2 Storage Tank

MEDICINES AND HEALTHCARE PRODUCTS REGULATORY AGENCY

Contract Timeline

Publication Date

10th February 2025 12:41:07 PM

Tender Deadline

4th March 2025 10:00:00 AM Expired
Contract Summary

The MHRA has a requirement to replace its 9000L bulk liquid nitrogen storage vessel. The old tank has been disposed of as it was beyond economic repair. This vessel supplies the Cryogenic Storage Unit with ~12 liquid nitrogen freezers. The previous 9000L vessel, was a Ferox VT Series VT9/19, Diameter 1800mm, Width 2050mm, Depth 2100mm, Height 7600mm. The appointed contractor will be required to supply, deliver, install and commission the new vessel. In addition, they will provide detailed design documents and all relevant safety certification. Additional information: To express interest and participate in the tender, please register and apply via Atamis e-sourcing portal https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome. Should Tenderers have any queries, or having problems using the portal, they should contact Helpdesk at: Phone: 0800 9956035 E-mail: support-health@atamis.co.uk
Contract Details

Open Contracting ID

ocds-b5fd17-bdfaa6bd-ee43-4306-a7bf-2652f845b21d

Publication Source

Contracts Finder

Procurement Stage

Tender

Procurement Method

Open

Procurement Method Details

Open Procedure (below Threshold)

Procurement Category

Goods

Tender Suitability

SME

Framework / DPS
Contract Classification

CPV Code(s)

24111800
44612200
51430000

CPV Division(s)

24 - Chemical products
44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (excepts electric apparatus)
51 - Installation services (except software)
Awarding Authority

MEDICINES AND HEALTHCARE PRODUCTS REGULATORY AGENCY

Buyer Name

Aun Bhatti

Buyer Email

purchasing@mhra.gov.uk

Buyer Phone

Buyer Address

Blanche Lane, South Mimms, Potters Bar, Hertfordshire

London

EN6 3QG

GB

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Purchase of Cryogenic Storge Unit Bulk LN2 Storage Tank

MEDICINES AND HEALTHCARE PRODUCTS REGULATORY AGENCY

Contract Timeline

Contract Summary

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