Tender

Replacement X-ray diffraction instrument

HEALTH AND SAFETY EXECUTIVE

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

TenderUpdate

12 Aug 2025 at 12:18

UK4 - Tender Notice
Tender

17 Jul 2025 at 07:18

UK4 - Tender Notice
Planning

16 Jul 2025 at 08:28

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Health and Safety Executive (HSE), a public authority within the central government, is in the tender stage for procuring a replacement X-ray diffraction instrument. The procurement process, identified under ID HSE/T4787 and classified primarily within the goods category, is conducted through an open procedure, which allows broad participation. The equipment is required for their Science Division's laboratory located in Harpur Hill, Buxton, United Kingdom. Bidders must submit their proposals by the 30th of September, 2025, with enquiries to be concluded by the 23rd of September, 2025. The contract, valued at £205,000 excluding VAT, is expected to be awarded by the 3rd of November, 2025.

This tender presents significant business opportunities, particularly for SMEs specialising in scientific equipment manufacturing or supply. The procurement criteria emphasize technical capability, timeliness, and cost-effectiveness, thus providing a platform for businesses with a track record of delivering high-quality X-ray inspection equipment. Companies that can innovate and provide solutions matching or exceeding the technical specifications outlined by the HSE stand a good chance of securing this contract, facilitating growth and enhancing their reputation within the industrial health and safety sector. The open procedure ensures a level playing field, encouraging diverse participation from the industry.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Replacement X-ray diffraction instrument

Notice Description

The Science Division (SD) of the Health and Safety Executive invites competitive quotations for the Supply of the following item to their Laboratory located at Harpur Hill, Buxton SK17 9JN, United Kingdom. The HSE (Health and Safety Executive) Science and Research Centre is Britain's leading industrial health and safety facility. It supports HSE's mission to protect people's health and safety by ensuring risks in the changing workplace are properly controlled. This equipment is required to replace a Panalytical Xpert pro MPD which is now more than 20 years old. Requirement is for 1 x X-ray diffraction Instrument

Planning Information

HSE are tendering for an X-ray diffraction Instrument. The opportunity will go live on Wednesday 17th July 2025, with a value of £205,000 (ex VAT), £246,000 (inc VAT). Interested bidders should access the opportunity via In-tend - please see tender opportunity advertised separately.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-056000
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048030-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

38530000 - Diffraction apparatus

38582000 - X-ray inspection equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£205,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£205,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
30 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
17 Jul 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
3 Nov 2025 - 3 Nov 2025 24 hours
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

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

Buyer Location

Locality
LIVERPOOL
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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