Planning

3" Cryogenic Hydrogen Vent Stack with Changeable Terminations

HEALTH AND SAFETY EXECUTIVE

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Planning

05 Jan 2026 at 10:51

UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Health and Safety Executive (HSE) is initiating an open procurement process for the planned purchase of a 3" cryogenic hydrogen vent stack with interchangeable terminations, intended for experimental use at their Buxton test site. This procurement falls under the category of industrial process control equipment and piping, with the legal basis established by the UKPGA 2023/54. The procurement method is an open competition below the threshold. Important dates to note include the tender period ending on 2nd February 2026, with the planned contract period commencing on 2nd March 2026 and concluding on 30th September 2026. The procurement is currently at the planning stage.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for suppliers of industrial control and piping equipment to engage with HSE, a central government public authority. Businesses specialising in cryogenic and hydrogen systems are encouraged to compete, as well as manufacturers capable of delivering customised solutions for experimental programmes. The project budget offers a competitive prospect with a gross value of £30,000. This procurement seeks innovative designs and cost-effective manufacturing solutions for the vent stack, offering growth opportunities for companies with expertise in high-pressure and cryogenic applications. The venue for delivery is in Buxton, UK, fostering local business engagement. Suppliers can submit queries and cost proposals via email, ensuring a streamlined communication process.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

3" Cryogenic Hydrogen Vent Stack with Changeable Terminations

Notice Description

HSE require a 3" vent stack for use with cryogenic hydrogen for an experimental programme. The vent must have interchangeable terminations (miter cut, bullhorn) which may be on a flanged connection or otherwise joined. The vent stack (including the termination) should have a height of 7 m and the vent stack must have a maximum allowable working pressure of 40 barg. Nominal process conditions: Hydrogen, 50 - 70 K, 0 - 1.5 kg/s, 0 -12 barg The equipment is required for use at the HSE Buxton (SK17 9JN) test site. HSE is seeking to understand the design of potential solutions and the associated costs of manufacturing this equipment. Suppliers should email tenders@hse.gov.uk with any questions and costs associated with supplying the above.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05ff17
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000195-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

CPV Codes

38810000 - Industrial process control equipment

44162000 - Piping

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£25,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£25,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
2 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
12 Jan 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
2 Mar 2026 - 30 Sep 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
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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