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title: "Liquid Hydrogen Supply for Experimental Programme"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05fb46"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "HEALTH AND SAFETY EXECUTIVE"
published: "2025-12-22"
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# Liquid Hydrogen Supply for Experimental Programme

Buyer: HEALTH AND SAFETY EXECUTIVE  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05fb46

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## Summary

The Health and Safety Executive, a public authority within the UK central government, is planning a procurement process for the supply of liquid hydrogen as part of an experimental programme. This initiative is detailed under the tender title "Liquid Hydrogen Supply for Experimental Programme" and falls within the "Gases" industry category. The procurement stage is currently in planning, with an open procurement method anticipated. Key dates include the tender period ending on 2nd February 2026 and the contract period expected from 1st March 2026 to 30th June 2028. Deliveries are to be made at the HSE Buxton test site, located in the United Kingdom.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses that specialise in the supply of industrial gases, particularly liquid hydrogen. The planned procurement is suited for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), offering a competitive edge to suppliers adept in managing logistics and cost implications of hydrogen supply. Businesses capable of meeting the requirement for up to 2.4 tonnes of liquid hydrogen delivery over five shipments could see significant growth through engagement in this government contract. The open procedure allows for broader competition, facilitating an inclusive bidding process for qualified providers across the UK. Businesses interested in this opportunity should prepare to align with the deadlines and supply chain requirements outlined by the Health and Safety Executive.

## Notice

HSE require the supply of liquid hydrogen for use during various research test programmes. The liquid is intended to be used by piping into an existing release module for use in experiments. 5 deliveries will be required between 2026 - 2028, each delivery may be up to 2.4 tonnes of liquid hydrogen. The liquid hydrogen supply is required for use at the HSE Buxton (SK17 9JN) test site. HSE is seeking to understand the potential cost and implications of this supply. Suppliers should email tenders@hse.gov.uk with any questions and costs associated with supplying the above.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/085280-2025 |
| Notice type | UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Dec 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 2 Feb 2026 |
| Future notice date | 5 Jan 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Mar 2026 - 30 Jun 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## 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 |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 24 - Chemical products

### Codes

- 24100000 - Gases

## Release History

- 22 Dec 2025 at 11:03 - Planning - UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/085280-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/085280-2025
  22nd December 2025 - Planned procurement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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