Tender

Specialist conversion of ADR vehicles

HEALTH AND SAFETY EXECUTIVE

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Tender

17 Jul 2025 at 07:14

Summary of the contracting process

The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) is seeking to procure services for the specialist conversion of ADR vehicles, with the tender process currently in the active stage. The procurement falls under the services category and pertains to the motor vehicle conversion industry. Located in the United Kingdom, specifically at HSE's Science and Research Centre in Harpur Hill, Buxton, the contract involves upgrading two vehicles to meet EX/III certification standards essential for explosive materials transportation. Prospective suppliers should be aware that the tender documents are accessible through the HSE In-Tend e-procurement portal, with the submission deadline set for 19th August 2025 and the enquiry period ending on 12th August 2025. The open competition is below the threshold and valued at £26,000.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in vehicle conversion services, particularly those with expertise in EX/III vehicle modifications. Companies adept in meeting technical and safety compliance standards in the explosives transportation sector will find this contract advantageous for business expansion. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, particularly those capable of delivering within the 12-week timeframe or by the end of November 2025. The selection will be made based on the ability to satisfy specifications at a competitive price, offering growth potential for businesses looking to enhance their portfolio in the central government public authority sector.

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Notice Title

Specialist conversion of ADR vehicles

Notice Description

The Science Division (SD) based at HSE's Science and Research Centre (HSE-SRC) invites competitive quotations for the supply of specialist conversions for two of their assets located at Harpur Hill, Buxton SK17 9JN. As part of our operational requirements, HSE-SD is seeking the services of a specialist vehicle conversion company to carry out the upgrade and modification of two currently factory-fitted vehicles for compliance with our operation in the explosives transportation sector. These vehicles are critical to our operations and must be fully compliant with the European Agreement concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Road (ADR) when converted to meet EX/III certification. This conversion is essential to ensure the safe and legal transportation of explosive materials, in accordance with the latest ADR standards and national regulatory requirements. The required conversions must meet all technical and safety requirements specific to EX/III classification, including fire compliant bodywork, electrical system modifications, and appropriate safety installations. The successful contractor must demonstrate proven expertise in EX/III vehicle conversions and have a thorough understanding of the relevant technical, safety, and compliance standards.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0560b7
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040684-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

34100000 - Motor vehicles

50117100 - Motor vehicle conversion services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£21,670 Under £100K
Lots Value
£21,670 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
19 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Nov 2025 - 30 Nov 2025 24 hours
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

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

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