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Purchase replacement Liquid nitrogen storage vessel 25/26 - Capital 113947

SECRETARY OF STATE FOR HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE ACTING AS PART OF THE CROWN THROUGH UK HEALTH SECURITY AGENCY

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04 Dec 2025 at 16:54

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care via the UK Health Security Agency has resulted in an award for the replacement of a liquid nitrogen storage vessel. This process falls under the category of refrigerating and freezing equipment, highlighting its relevance within the industrial goods sector. Taking place in London, the contract for the new cryogenic vessel commenced on 14 November 2025 and will conclude on 27 February 2026, with a total gross value of £31,036.56. This direct procurement method was executed below the threshold without competition, and the legal framework supporting this is identified under UKPGA 2023/54.

This tender presents a unique business opportunity for suppliers specialising in cryogenic refrigeration equipment. SMEs in this sector, like Thames Cryogenics Limited—which was awarded the contract—can significantly benefit from such direct procurement methods. Businesses capable of providing specialised engineering solutions, particularly those related to cryogenic technology, might find increased growth prospects by aligning their offerings with the needs of essential government services. Engaging in similar public sector contracts can promote business expansion by enhancing industry reputation and securing long-term governmental relationships.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Purchase replacement Liquid nitrogen storage vessel 25/26 - Capital 113947

Notice Description

Purchase of a replacement for liquid nitrogen storage vessel with an MVE 1839 cryogenic vessel. Engineer's report states vessel is badly rusted around the top & base. The lid does not sit correctly and is icing up.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05ef28
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/079916-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

42 - Industrial machinery

CPV Codes

42513000 - Refrigerating and freezing equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£25,863 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 Nov 20253 months ago
Contract Period
14 Nov 2025 - 27 Feb 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SECRETARY OF STATE FOR HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE ACTING AS PART OF THE CROWN THROUGH UK HEALTH SECURITY AGENCY
Contact Name
Procurement Operations
Contact Email
procurementnotices@ukhsa.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
E14 4PU
Post Town
East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI42 Tower Hamlets
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Tower Hamlets
Electoral Ward
Canary Wharf
Westminster Constituency
Poplar and Limehouse

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

THAMES CRYOGENICS LIMTIED

Further Information

Notice Documents

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