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title: "The Provision of Specialist Explosive Testing"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-e101b4a9-eccc-4339-aff7-6810cdbae745"
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# The Provision of Specialist Explosive Testing

Buyer: HEALTH & SAFETY EXECUTIVE  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e101b4a9-eccc-4339-aff7-6810cdbae745

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## Summary

The Health & Safety Executive is currently inviting tenders for "The Provision of Specialist Explosive Testing," which falls under the category of architectural, construction, engineering, and inspection services. The procurement is at the tender stage, with the deadline for submissions set for 13 July 2022 at 13:00 BST. The services will be required across England, Scotland, and Wales, with the contract period commencing on 1 August 2022 and concluding on 31 August 2022. This opportunity is being procured through an open procedure, suitable for various bidders, particularly those classified as small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in explosive testing services or related consultancy, particularly those equipped to carry out the United Nations Test Series 6 requirements. Companies involved in environmental safety, engineering, or research and development would find themselves well-positioned to participate in this tender, potentially leading to valuable contracts with a key governmental authority. Engaging with the Health & Safety Executive could assist in expanding market reach in the public services sector.

## Notice

To perform United Nations Test Series 6 tests, specifically series 6 tests: 6 (a) and 6 (c) from the United Nations Manual of Tests and Criteria, on articles currently placed on the market as non-dangerous goods. 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/bc625f0d-cef2-4a06-ae0a-35cff09221ca |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| 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 | 6 Jul 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 13 Jul 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Jul 2022 - 31 Aug 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1 |
| 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 | 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 | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England), TLL Wales, TLM Scotland |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 6 Jul 2022 at 14:32 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bc625f0d-cef2-4a06-ae0a-35cff09221ca

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bc625f0d-cef2-4a06-ae0a-35cff09221ca
  6th July 2022 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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