Tender

82 Litre Pressure Vessel

HEALTH AND SAFETY EXECUTIVE

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Tender

19 Nov 2025 at 11:24

Summary of the contracting process

The Health and Safety Executive (HSE), part of the UK central government, is inviting competitive quotations for the supply of an 82-litre pressure vessel intended for repetitive testing of solid samples at their Science Division laboratory located in Harpur Hill, Buxton. This tender is categorized under 'Laboratory, optical, and precision equipment' and uses an open procurement method, suitable for below-threshold competitions. Key dates include the end of the enquiry period on 3rd December 2025 and a submission deadline on 10th December 2025. The contract for this active tender is planned to commence on 1st April 2026, concluding on 1st April 2027.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in laboratory equipment manufacturing or supply, especially those familiar with gas-tight pressure vessels. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are specifically noted as suitable competitors for this contract, promoting inclusivity for smaller suppliers. By participating in this tender, companies can enhance their market presence with a UK central government entity and potentially secure a rewarding financial contract worth up to £24,000. The successful bidder will be selected based on their ability to meet the technical specifications and delivery deadlines at a competitive price, providing opportunities for showcasing innovation and efficiency in this niche industry.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

82 Litre Pressure Vessel

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 A pressure vessel to undertake repetitive testing of solid samples (batteries), in which the vessel is opened and sealed several times a day and is required to be gas tight.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e42d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/075139-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

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

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£20,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£20,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Nov 20252 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
10 Dec 20255 days to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 1 Apr 2027 1-2 years
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

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