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title: "HSE RFQ - Specimen machining"
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# HSE RFQ - Specimen machining

Buyer: HEALTH & SAFETY EXECUTIVE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-5180d7e2-d216-4bba-bdfb-ee4fa343d4f4

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## Summary

The Health & Safety Executive (HSE) has concluded the procurement process for the tender titled "HSE RFQ - Specimen machining," focusing on laboratory, optical, and precision equipment under the CPV code 38000000. This procurement was carried out through an open procedure, catering specifically to small and medium enterprises (SMEs). The contract has been awarded to 1860 GEL Limited. The contract period spans from 3rd March 2025 to 31st March 2028, with the services set to be delivered to the HSE's Science Division laboratory located in Harpur Hill, Buxton, SK17 9JN. The value of the awarded contract is £10,697, with the total procurement value reaching £60,000. Key dates included the publication date of 13th January 2025, the tender period ending on 12th February 2025, and the award date on 27th February 2025.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses in the laboratory equipment and precision engineering sectors. SMEs, in particular, will find this to be a compelling opportunity to showcase their capabilities and secure a significant government contract, thereby fostering business growth. Companies specializing in machining of materials test specimens to precise specifications will be well-suited to compete for such opportunities in the future. Additionally, participation in this procurement process through the HSE In-Tend supplier e-procurement portal provides an accessible and efficient way for businesses to engage with government contracts.

## Notice

The Science Division (SD) of the Health and Safety Executive invites competitive quotations for the Supply of the following items to their Laboratory located at Harpur Hill, Buxton SK17 9JN. We require the machining of materials test specimens to the specifications and tolerances presented in the specification on In-Tend Additional information: All tender documents are available via the HSE In-Tend supplier e-procurement portal. All responses and requests for clarification must be submitted via the portal. Registration is free of charge and can be completed via the following link: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/hse

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9b9e458c-71ca-4bca-9d0b-077b3df40598 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 27 Feb 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 12 Feb 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 27 Feb 2025 |
| Contract period | 3 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £60,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £10,697 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | HEALTH & SAFETY EXECUTIVE |
| Locality | BOOTLE |
| Post town | Liverpool |
| Postcode | L20 7HS |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD7 Merseyside |
| ITL 3 | TLD73 Sefton |
| Local authority | Sefton |
| Electoral ward | Linacre |
| Westminster constituency | Bootle |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | 1860 GEL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 71300000 - Engineering services

## Release History

- 27 Feb 2025 at 12:42 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9b9e458c-71ca-4bca-9d0b-077b3df40598
- 13 Jan 2025 at 17:05 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1e35ff25-7bcc-4f3a-9d35-faea1c022a4c

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9b9e458c-71ca-4bca-9d0b-077b3df40598
  27th February 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1e35ff25-7bcc-4f3a-9d35-faea1c022a4c
  13th January 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/hse

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