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title: "HSE RFQ - Flash point Apparatus"
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# HSE RFQ - Flash point Apparatus

Buyer: HEALTH & SAFETY EXECUTIVE  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-588e47ed-df06-4f76-a27a-e2c1458aa439

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## Summary

The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) is actively seeking competitive quotations for the "HSE RFQ - Flash point Apparatus" under the CPV category "Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)." The procurement is focused on acquiring a sub-ambient flash point tester, compatible with the rapid-equilibrium test method, for their laboratory located at Harpur Hill, Buxton SK17 9JN. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with the tender period ending on 29th August 2024 at 13:00 BST. The contract is scheduled to start on 3rd September 2024 and will run until 31st March 2025.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in laboratory equipment and precision instruments. Given its open procurement method, the tender allows a wide range of businesses to compete, especially those that can meet the specific technical requirements of the HSE. Companies with expertise in developing advanced testing apparatus would find this opportunity particularly beneficial for business growth and expansion in the public sector. The procurement is valued between £8,333.33 and £20,833.33, providing a substantial contract for successful bidders.

## Notice

The Science Division (SD) of the Health and Safety Executive invites competitive quotations for the supply of the following item to their Laboratory located at Harpur Hill, Buxton SK17 9JN. Sub-ambient flash point tester compatible with the rapid-equilibrium test method 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/c5e65d8a-d214-4824-a90f-3ea3fcaf2600 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 25 Jul 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 29 Aug 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 2 Sep 2024 - 31 Mar 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £20,833 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | HEALTH & SAFETY EXECUTIVE |
| Locality | LIVERPOOL |
| 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 |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 25 Jul 2024 at 18:24 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c5e65d8a-d214-4824-a90f-3ea3fcaf2600

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c5e65d8a-d214-4824-a90f-3ea3fcaf2600
  25th July 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

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

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