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title: "3\" Cryogenic Valve"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05ff18"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "HEALTH AND SAFETY EXECUTIVE"
published: "2026-01-05"
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# 3" Cryogenic Valve

Buyer: HEALTH AND SAFETY EXECUTIVE  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05ff18

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## Summary

The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) is initiating an open procurement process for a 3" cryogenic valve, required for an experimental programme at their Buxton site in the United Kingdom. The tender is currently in the planning stage with the procurement method specified as "Below threshold - open competition". The industry category pertains to industrial process control equipment and piping. The tender was announced on 5 January 2026 and interested suppliers should note key dates including an end date for tender submissions on 2 February 2026, with a contract period starting from 2 March 2026 to 30 September 2026. The valve must be appropriate for liquid hydrogen service, operating at 50 - 70 K, have pneumatic actuation, flanged connections, and ATEX Zone 1 rated position indicator, and withstand up to 40 barg pressure.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in manufacturing cryogenic components and industrial valves. Companies with expertise in advanced materials suitable for extreme temperatures and pressures could stand to benefit and grow their market presence by participating in this tender. Additionally, businesses that have a proven track record of supplying equipment for experimental or industrial applications, particularly those with capabilities to design and manufacture bespoke components, are well-suited to compete effectively. Suppliers are encouraged to reach out to tenders@hse.gov.uk for detailed discussions on design solutions and costs, fostering potential collaborative ventures that align with the strategic needs of the HSE and contribute to industrial innovation in the sector.

## Notice

HSE require a 3" cryogenic valve for an experimental programme. The valve must be suitable for liquid hydrogen service (down to 20 K) and have pneumatic actuation (open/closed). The valve should have a position indicator rated for ATEX Zone 1. The valve should have flanged connections (ANSI class 300). The valve should have a maximum allowable working pressure of 40 barg. Nominal process conditions: Hydrogen, 50 - 70 K, 0 - 1.5 kg/s, 0 -12 barg The equipment is required for use at the HSE Buxton (SK17 9JN) test site. HSE is seeking to understand the design of potential solutions and the associated costs of manufacturing this equipment. 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/000196-2026 |
| Notice type | UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 2 Feb 2026 |
| Future notice date | 12 Jan 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 2 Mar 2026 - 30 Sep 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £18,000 |
| Lots value | £18,000 |
| 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

- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

### Codes

- 38810000 - Industrial process control equipment
- 44162000 - Piping

## Release History

- 5 Jan 2026 at 10:52 - Planning - UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000196-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000196-2026
  5th January 2026 - Planned procurement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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