Tender

Commercial Pressure Vessel Insurance Inspection 2026

THE RIVERSIDE GROUP LIMITED

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Tender

16 Feb 2026 at 10:55

Summary of the contracting process

The Riverside Group Limited, a public undertaking, is actively seeking to contract a service provider for conducting comprehensive pressure vessel and system inspections under the "Commercial Pressure Vessel Insurance Inspection 2026" tender. This procurement opportunity falls within the 'Insurance consultancy services' industry category and targets approximately 809 sites across the United Kingdom. Currently in the Tender phase, interested parties must submit their bids by 20th March 2026, with the award decision anticipated by 10th April 2026. The procurement adopts an open procedure, emphasised by a competitive evaluation based on 60% price and 40% quality, with a contract period extending from 1st May 2026 to 30th April 2027, potentially renewable for an additional year.

The tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in pressure systems safety and insurance consultancy services. Companies with expertise in engineering inspections, regulatory compliance, and safety management are well-positioned to leverage this contract for substantial growth. With the Riverside Group's established reputation and the expansive scope covering multiple commercial sites, successful tenderers could enhance their portfolio, drive industry innovation, and establish strong partnerships. Businesses capable of meeting rigorous industry standards and offering competitive pricing and quality should consider pursuing this contract to expand their footprint within the UK market.

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Notice Title

Commercial Pressure Vessel Insurance Inspection 2026

Notice Description

The Riverside Group (TRG) plans to appoint an experienced service provider to set out the scope, standards, responsibilities, and deliverables for carrying out thorough examinations and inspections of pressure vessels and pressure systems. These inspections must be completed by an insurer appointed Competent Person in line with the Pressure Systems Safety Regulations 2000 (SI 2000/128) and the HSE Approved Code of Practice L122. The service will cover approximately 809 sites with commercial systems managed by TRG and must ensure compliance with all relevant industry standards, manufacturer requirements, and safety regulations.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06549d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013736-2026
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
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

66 - Financial and insurance services


CPV Codes

66519310 - Insurance consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Feb 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
20 Mar 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Apr 2026 - 30 Apr 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE RIVERSIDE GROUP LIMITED
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@riverside.org.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
SPEKE, LIVERPOOL
Postcode
L24 8RF
Post Town
Liverpool
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD72 Liverpool
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Liverpool
Electoral Ward
Garston
Westminster Constituency
Liverpool Garston

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