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title: "Purchase of Cryogenic Storge Unit Bulk LN2 Storage Tank"
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# Purchase of Cryogenic Storge Unit Bulk LN2 Storage Tank

Buyer: MEDICINES AND HEALTHCARE PRODUCTS REGULATORY AGENCY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-bdfaa6bd-ee43-4306-a7bf-2652f845b21d

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## Summary

The Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) is seeking to procure a new 9000L bulk liquid nitrogen storage vessel to replace its old, unrepairable tank. This procurement falls under the industry categories of installation services of laboratory equipment (CPV code: 51430000), liquid nitrogen (CPV code: 24111800), and gas tanks (CPV code: 44612200). The procurement stage is currently at the tender phase, with the submission deadline set for 4th March 2025, 10:00 AM GMT. The selected contractor will need to supply, deliver, install, and commission the new storage vessel, providing detailed design documentation and necessary safety certifications. The project location is in South Mimms, Potters Bar, Hertfordshire, UK.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for business growth, particularly for companies experienced in the production and installation of large-scale storage tanks, laboratory equipment suppliers, and those capable of providing related safety certifications. The project’s suitability for SMEs further opens the door for smaller enterprises with the relevant technical expertise. By winning this contract, businesses can significantly enhance their portfolio, gain a prestigious reference from a prominent government agency, and secure financial gains through a project valued at £50,000 GBP.

## Notice

The MHRA has a requirement to replace its 9000L bulk liquid nitrogen storage vessel. The old tank has been disposed of as it was beyond economic repair. This vessel supplies the Cryogenic Storage Unit with ~12 liquid nitrogen freezers. The previous 9000L vessel, was a Ferox VT Series VT9/19, Diameter 1800mm, Width 2050mm, Depth 2100mm, Height 7600mm. The appointed contractor will be required to supply, deliver, install and commission the new vessel. In addition, they will provide detailed design documents and all relevant safety certification. Additional information: To express interest and participate in the tender, please register and apply via Atamis e-sourcing portal https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome. Should Tenderers have any queries, or having problems using the portal, they should contact Helpdesk at: Phone: 0800 9956035 E-mail: support-health@atamis.co.uk

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e16fba67-8b32-4ef1-bd16-b036bab77ac6 |
| 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 | 10 Feb 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 4 Mar 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Mar 2025 - 30 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £50,000 |
| 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 | MEDICINES AND HEALTHCARE PRODUCTS REGULATORY AGENCY |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | Enfield |
| Postcode | EN6 3QG |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLH27 South West Hertfordshire |
| Local authority | Hertsmere |
| Electoral ward | Shenley |
| Westminster constituency | Hertsmere |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 24 - Chemical products
- 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)
- 51 - Installation services (except software)

### Codes

- 24111800 - Liquid nitrogen
- 44612200 - Gas tanks
- 51430000 - Installation services of laboratory equipment

## Release History

- 10 Feb 2025 at 12:41 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e16fba67-8b32-4ef1-bd16-b036bab77ac6

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e16fba67-8b32-4ef1-bd16-b036bab77ac6
  10th February 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome

## Provenance

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