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title: "The Provision of Pressure Systems Consultancy Services"
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# The Provision of Pressure Systems Consultancy Services

Buyer: HEALTH AND SAFETY EXECUTIVE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-056314

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## Summary

The procurement process commenced with the Health and Safety Executive, a central government authority based in Bootle, Merseyside, overseeing the acquisition of pressure systems consultancy services. The tender process, titled "The Provision of Pressure Systems Consultancy Services," falls under the industry category of research and development services and related consultancy services. This process, identified as HSE/T4688, was carried out via an open competition method, ending on 5th September 2025, with the contract starting on 1st October 2025 and concluding on 30th September 2027. The procurement stage is complete, and the contract has been awarded to HSB Engineering Insurance Services Limited, located in Manchester. The consultancy will operate across multiple UK regions, facilitating advisory and training services for specialist pressure systems.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in pressure systems consultancy, particularly those with expertise in experimental and safety studies involving hydrogen services, high-pressure systems, and cryogenic services. By participating, firms can access and collaborate with degree-qualified engineers and scientists, enhancing their capabilities and market reputation. SMEs and businesses involved in training and consultancy within the education and training services category are well-suited to compete, leveraging this platform to showcase their expertise. The contract, valued at approximately £57,600, opens avenues for tailored advisory services and compliance assessments, fostering business growth through strategic partnerships and innovative solutions.

## Notice

HSE Science Division at its Buxton site design, procure and operate a number of pressure systems. While many of these are standard and straightforward in nature, some others are more specialist as part of experimental studies to enable new technology and safety studies. This includes for example: * Hydrogen service; * Pressures of c 1,000 barg; * Composite vessels; * Cryogenic service; * Fire tests; * Hydraulic burst tests; and * Small scale pneumatic burst tests We require a call-off service, from a pressure systems specialist to provide advice, especially on such more specialised areas, covering: * Concept design advice; * Pre-purchase pressure systems advice; * As part of HSE's investigation function, we may be required to examine and operate pressure systems with limited provenance and to make an assessment of whether damaged systems can be operated safely; * Risk assessment advice; * Training provision to degree-qualified engineers and scientists working with pressure systems; * Pre-delivery factory acceptance support offsite for new, modified or reconditioned systems; * Advice on Written Schemes of Examination expectations; and * Interpretation of any exemptions under PSSR to ensure compliance.

### Planning Information

Further information on the full requirements can be found via In Tend.
The procurement documents will be available for unrestricted and full direct access, free of charge, at
https://in-tendhost.co.uk/hse/aspx/Home
Additional information can be obtained from the above-mentioned address
Tenders or requests to participate must be submitted electronically via
https://in-tendhost.co.uk/hse/aspx/Home
HSE is inviting prospective suppliers too access the tender documentation/further information via their tendering portal above.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034770-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Planning, Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 5 Sep 2025 |
| Future notice date | 25 Jul 2025 |
| Award date | 2 Oct 2025 |
| Contract period | 3 Dec 2025 - 20 Nov 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £48,000 |
| Lots value | £48,000 |
| Awards value | £48,000 |
| Contracts value | £48,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | HEALTH AND 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 |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | HSB ENGINEERING |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 80000000 - Education and training services

## Release History

- 16 Apr 2026 at 13:50 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034770-2026
- 10 Oct 2025 at 10:38 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/064103-2025
- 28 Jul 2025 at 10:51 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043392-2025
- 22 Jul 2025 at 10:46 - PlanningUpdate - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041941-2025
- 21 Jul 2025 at 13:56 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041695-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034770-2026
  16th April 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/064103-2025
  10th October 2025 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043392-2025
  28th July 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041941-2025
  22nd July 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041695-2025
  21st July 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/hse/aspx/Home
  Further information on the full requirements can be found via In Tend. The procurement documents will be available for unrestricted and full direct access, free of charge, at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/hse/aspx/Home Additional information can be obtained from the above-mentioned address Tenders or requests to participate must be submitted electronically via https://in-tendhost.co.uk/hse/aspx/Home HSE is inviting prospective suppliers too access the tender documentation/further information via their tendering portal above.
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-14872

## Notice URLs

- http://www.hse.gov.uk
- http://www.munichre.com/hsbeil
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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