Planning

3" Cryogenic Valve

HEALTH AND SAFETY EXECUTIVE

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Planning

05 Jan 2026 at 10:52

UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) is initiating an open procurement process for a 3" cryogenic valve, required for an experimental programme at their Buxton site in the United Kingdom. The tender is currently in the planning stage with the procurement method specified as "Below threshold - open competition". The industry category pertains to industrial process control equipment and piping. The tender was announced on 5 January 2026 and interested suppliers should note key dates including an end date for tender submissions on 2 February 2026, with a contract period starting from 2 March 2026 to 30 September 2026. The valve must be appropriate for liquid hydrogen service, operating at 50 - 70 K, have pneumatic actuation, flanged connections, and ATEX Zone 1 rated position indicator, and withstand up to 40 barg pressure.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in manufacturing cryogenic components and industrial valves. Companies with expertise in advanced materials suitable for extreme temperatures and pressures could stand to benefit and grow their market presence by participating in this tender. Additionally, businesses that have a proven track record of supplying equipment for experimental or industrial applications, particularly those with capabilities to design and manufacture bespoke components, are well-suited to compete effectively. Suppliers are encouraged to reach out to tenders@hse.gov.uk for detailed discussions on design solutions and costs, fostering potential collaborative ventures that align with the strategic needs of the HSE and contribute to industrial innovation in the sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

3" Cryogenic Valve

Notice Description

HSE require a 3" cryogenic valve for an experimental programme. The valve must be suitable for liquid hydrogen service (down to 20 K) and have pneumatic actuation (open/closed). The valve should have a position indicator rated for ATEX Zone 1. The valve should have flanged connections (ANSI class 300). The valve should 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-05ff18
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000196-2026
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
£18,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£18,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Jan 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
2 Feb 20262 weeks to go
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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