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TOXICOLOGY RESOURCE AND CAPABILITY FOR SETTING WORKPLACE EXPOSURE LIMITS IN GB.

HEALTH & SAFETY EXECUTIVE

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24 Mar 2021 at 07:45

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Summary of the contracting process

The Health & Safety Executive (HSE) is currently conducting a procurement process for "Toxicology Resource and Capability for Setting Workplace Exposure Limits in GB." This initiative focuses on laboratory services aimed at controlling occupational exposure to harmful substances. The tender has recently been published, with a closing date for submissions by 16 April 2021. The contract period is set to commence on 18 April 2021 and will run until 31 May 2021, and is being procured through an open procedure below the threshold. The location for this procurement is Great Britain, particularly addressing the regulatory needs following the cessation of the UK’s obligation to EU directives on workplace exposure limits.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the laboratory services and toxicology sectors, particularly those specialising in occupational health and environmental safety. Companies with expertise in research laboratory services, blood analysis, and toxic substance protection will find this project particularly suitable. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as their agility and focused services can meet the specific requirements outlined by the HSE for developing and maintaining domestic exposure limit systems in Great Britain.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

TOXICOLOGY RESOURCE AND CAPABILITY FOR SETTING WORKPLACE EXPOSURE LIMITS IN GB.

Notice Description

In Great Britain (GB) the key focus for controlling occupational exposure to harmful substances at work is effective risk management with the application of good exposure control and occupational health practices. Prior to the end of the Transition Period, the UK was subject to the requirements of EU legislation in this area. This included the introduction of Binding Occupational Exposure Limits (BOELVs) through implementation of amendments to the Carcinogens and Mutagens Directive, and Indicative Occupational Exposure Limit Values (IOELVs) through amendments to the Chemicals Agents Directive (CAD). Implementation of these directives in GB was achieved through the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health regulations 2002 (COSHH), by the addition or revision of Workplace Exposure Limits (WELs) in HSE publication EH40/2005. WELs form part of COSHH and are set for specific hazardous substances and must not be exceeded and exposure to asthmagens, carcinogens and mutagens must be reduced to as low as is reasonably practicable (ALARP). Following the end of the Transition Period we are no longer involved in the EU limit setting regime. However, we will continue, as now, to have a domestic GB Workplace Exposure Limit (WEL) setting system in place. As part of continuing this approach, we are developing the long-term GB delivery model and our own domestic capability and capacity for setting WELs in GB. Northern Ireland are responsible for developing their own system. The GB process for establishing WELs continues under the current robust and well-established regulatory framework. The focus remains on those substances where we think we can have most impact in terms of reducing cases of occupational ill-health in GB. As part of supporting our longer-term capability, we require experienced toxicologists to undertake the effective review and assessment of available scientific data and other relevant information. HSE is seeking support from an expert toxicology specialist to assist with identifying the necessary skills, experience and competence required to support ongoing delivery of our GB WELs regime. 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-d58f8822-b3dd-422a-a250-413dfef3f973
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5f51b522-643f-4c03-ba1f-34730bb290db
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

85 - Health and social work services

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

CPV Codes

71900000 - Laboratory services

73111000 - Research laboratory services

85111800 - Pathology services

85111810 - Blood analysis services

85145000 - Services provided by medical laboratories

90721500 - Toxic substances protection services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Apr 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
16 Apr 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
17 Apr 2021 - 31 May 2021 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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