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Liquid Hydrogen Supply for Experimental Programme

Description: HSE require the supply of liquid hydrogen for use during a research test programme. A quantity up to of 2.4 tonnes is required for each delivery. HSE does not have any existing storage facility for LH2 and has previously relied on the rental of the supply trailer units. HSE are looking for a similar arrangement, aiming to retain the supply for a period of eight weeks after each delivery to connect to HSE's equipment. Five deliveries are required between 2026 - 2028. The liquid supply is required for use at the HSE Buxton (SK17 9JN) test site. HSE Science & Research Centre has hand on experience of handling LH2 trailers from multiple previous research campaigns. Following expressions of interest, further information regarding the projects and the nature of (read more...)

Summary: The Health and Safety Executive is actively seeking tenders for the supply of liquid hydrogen for its experimental programme, aiming to enhance its research capabilities at the Buxton test site in the United Kingdom. This procurement falls under the 'goods' category, specifically targeting gases, with a total contract value of £400,000. The tender process, currently in the active stage, follows an open procedure, welcoming broad participation. Important dates to note include the deadline for tender submissions on 1 April 2026, while enquiries can be made until 18 March 2026. Subsequently, the award period concludes on 15 April 2026, with the contract period extending from September 2026 to September 2028. This procurement initiative signifies a significant opportunity for businesses equipped to provide liquid hydrogen solutions on a scalable basis.

80 mm Vacuum Insulated Control Valve

Description: HSE require an 80 mm 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 an Ex d position indicator rated for ATEX Zone 1 suitable for hydrogen use. The valve should have flanged connections (ANSI class 300). The valve body should have a maximum allowable working pressure of 40 barg. There should be a section of 3" pipe with a 1/4" BSP boss, either welded between the valve and flange, or as a separate flanged section on ANSI class 300 flanges. Suitable gaskets and associated flange calculations must be provided. Nominal process conditions: Hydrogen, 50 - 70 K, 0 - 1.5 kg/s, 0 -12 barg The equipment is required for (read more...)

Summary: The Health and Safety Executive seeks to procure an 80 mm vacuum insulated control valve suitable for liquid hydrogen service, as part of an experimental programme. The valve must be delivered to the HSE test site in Buxton by August 2026. This procurement is ongoing under the open method, with all documents available via the HSE In-Tend portal. Companies must submit responses by 6th March 2026, with the enquiry period ending on 27th February 2026. The procurement is classified under industrial process control equipment, pipeline, piping, and related items, with a contract value of £24,000, grossing £20,000. The procurement aligns with UK legal standards and involves an open competition below the threshold.

Gaseous Hydrogen Supply for Experimental Programme

Description: HSE require the supply of hydrogen gas for use during a research test programme. The gas is intended to be used by piping into an existing pressure reduction system which will meter the gas through to a flow management system. The supply should be at least 500 barg (approximately 800 kg, other pressures may be accepted) and be capable of a hydrogen flow rate of at least 0.4 kg/s. The supplier should provide technical details for the mass flow rate capability of the system. The supplier should provide details of interfaces with the system and any other equipment requirements. Two deliveries are required between 2027 - 2028. Please also include trailer rental in the quote, HSE expect to need to rent the trailer for a month for each (read more...)

Summary: The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) is conducting a procurement process for the supply of gaseous hydrogen, intended for an experimental programme at their Buxton test site in the United Kingdom. The project is currently in the tender stage, with all tender documents accessible via the HSE In-Tend e-procurement portal. The tender closes on 6th March 2026, with a preceding enquiry deadline on 27th February 2026. The procurement follows open competition below the threshold, focusing on the central government public authority category with industrial gases as the industry classification. This tender requires two deliveries between 2027 and 2028 and includes the rental of a trailer for each delivery.

Gaseous Hydrogen Pressure Reduction Station

Description: HSE require a gaseous hydrogen pressure reduction station for use during a research test programme. The PRS will be connected to a bulk hydrogen supply up to 500 barg. The PRS should be able to control a flow of gaseous hydrogen at a set flow rate within the range 20 - 400 g/s. The system should respond to a setpoint which is determined from an analogue signal sent to the pressure regulator. If a dome regulator is used, HSE will provide and install a nitrogen supply to the regulator. The PRS will be connected to a vent stack and pressure relief system, which will be provided and installed by HSE before the system is used for experiments. The PRS should be instrumented with pressure and temperature upstream and (read more...)

Summary: The Health and Safety Executive is currently inviting tenders for the provision of a Gaseous Hydrogen Pressure Reduction Station, a crucial component required for a research test programme at their Buxton test site. With a focus on industrial process control equipment, this tender involves the supply and installation of the pressure reduction system designed to manage hydrogen flow rates between 20 and 400 g/s. Interested parties should note the procurement is at the tender stage, with all submissions to be completed through the HSE In-Tend supplier e-procurement portal. Key dates include a Q&A session on 18th February 2026, and the tender submission deadline on 13th March 2026. The value of the tender is estimated at £35,000, exclusive of VAT, with a contract period slated for September 2026.

Liquid Hydrogen Flow Conditioning Module for Experimental Programme

Description: HSE require a liquid hydrogen flow conditioning module for use during a research test programme. The flow conditioning module should be able to produce a flow of cryogenic gaseous hydrogen at a set flow rate (between 30 - 400 g/s) and temperature (between 25 - 50 K). It is envisaged that the majority of the vaporisation could be achieved by use of a heat exchanger. This can be electrically powered and use direct contact or a medium (air, water or another fluid) as the heat exchange medium. For fine temperature control, the system can could use ambient temperature gaseous hydrogen injected into the flow through a control valve. The system should include a control loop which takes a signal of outlet temperature as an input to modify the (read more...)

Summary: The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) is inviting tenders for the provision of a Liquid Hydrogen Flow Conditioning Module for an experimental programme. This active procurement falls under the tender stage, with a focus on industrial process control equipment. The procurement method is open competition, below threshold. Interested parties must submit responses via the HSE In-Tend portal by 13:00 GMT on 16 March 2026; the enquiry period closes at 13:00 GMT on 6 March 2026. A Q&A session is scheduled for 23 February 2026, offering further engagement at 10:00 GMT. The HSE, a central government public authority located in Merseyside, United Kingdom, is overseeing the process, with a total gross tender value estimated at £96,000.

3" Cryogenic Vent Stack with Changeable Terminations

Description: HSE require a 3" vent stack for use with cryogenic hydrogen for an experimental programme. The vent must have interchangeable terminations (miter cut, bullhorn, lambda) which may be on a flanged connection or otherwise joined. The vent stack should be 4 m tall and terminate in a 3" ANSI Class 300 flange. 0.5 m from the top there should be two bosses with 1/4" BSP female fittings and another boss with a 7/16" UNJF female fitting. The vent stack must have a maximum allowable working pressure of 40 barg. The vent stack should have a manual drain valve at the bottom of the stack which is spring loaded (normally closed). 1.5 m from the bottom of the vent stack should be a 3" ANSI flange connection and a (read more...)

Summary: The Health and Safety Executive, a central government authority, is currently in the tender stage of procuring a 3" Cryogenic Vent Stack with Changeable Terminations. This procurement falls under the category of goods, specifically pipeline-related items within the industry classification CPV: 44160000. The tender is open and below the threshold, encouraging open competition. The procurement will be delivered in the United Kingdom, with key dates including an enquiry period ending on 27th February 2026, and the closure of the tender period on 6th March 2026. Potential suppliers must submit proposals via the HSE In-Tend portal, ensuring electronic submissions are permitted.

80 mm Vacuum Insulated Control Valve

Description: HSE require an 80 mm 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 an Ex d position indicator rated for ATEX Zone 1 suitable for hydrogen use. The valve should have flanged connections (ANSI class 300). The valve body should have a maximum allowable working pressure of 40 barg. There should be a section of 3" pipe with a 1/4" BSP boss, either welded between the valve and flange, or as a separate flanged section on ANSI class 300 flanges. Suitable gaskets and associated flange calculations must be provided. Nominal process conditions: Hydrogen, 50 - 70 K, 0 - 1.5 kg/s, 0 -12 barg The equipment is required for (read more...)

Summary: The Health and Safety Executive seeks to procure an 80 mm vacuum insulated control valve suitable for liquid hydrogen service, as part of an experimental programme. The valve must be delivered to the HSE test site in Buxton by August 2026. This procurement is ongoing under the open method, with all documents available via the HSE In-Tend portal. Companies must submit responses by 6th March 2026, with the enquiry period ending on 27th February 2026. The procurement is classified under industrial process control equipment, pipeline, piping, and related items, with a contract value of £24,000, grossing £20,000. The procurement aligns with UK legal standards and involves an open competition below the threshold.

80 mm Vacuum Insulated Control Valve

Description: HSE require an 80 mm 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 an Ex d position indicator rated for ATEX Zone 1 suitable for hydrogen use. The valve should have flanged connections (ANSI class 300). The valve body should have a maximum allowable working pressure of 40 barg. There should be a section of 3" pipe with a 1/4" BSP boss, either welded between the valve and flange, or as a separate flanged section on ANSI class 300 flanges. Suitable gaskets and associated flange calculations must be provided. Nominal process conditions: Hydrogen, 50 - 70 K, 0 - 1.5 kg/s, 0 -12 barg The equipment is required for (read more...)

Summary: The Health and Safety Executive seeks to procure an 80 mm vacuum insulated control valve suitable for liquid hydrogen service, as part of an experimental programme. The valve must be delivered to the HSE test site in Buxton by August 2026. This procurement is ongoing under the open method, with all documents available via the HSE In-Tend portal. Companies must submit responses by 6th March 2026, with the enquiry period ending on 27th February 2026. The procurement is classified under industrial process control equipment, pipeline, piping, and related items, with a contract value of £24,000, grossing £20,000. The procurement aligns with UK legal standards and involves an open competition below the threshold.

25 mm Vacuum Insulated Control Valve

Description: HSE require a 25 mm control valve for an experimental programme. The valve must be suitable for liquid hydrogen service (down to 20 K) and have continuous analogue control between 0 - 100% open. The valve should be controlled electrically and be rated for ATEX Zone 1. Ex ia/ib electronics are not preferred- Ex d, e, m etc. are the preferred protection concepts. The valve should be vacuum insulated and use bayonet connections (male inlet, female outlet AS Scientific bayonets). Process conditions: Liquid hydrogen, 20-50K, 0-12 barg. The valve should have a maximum allowable working pressure of at least 22 barg. The equipment is required for use at the HSE Buxton (SK17 9JN) test site. The equipment is required to be delivered before September 2026.

Summary: The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) is seeking suppliers for a 25 mm Vacuum Insulated Control Valve as part of an experimental programme in the public authority - central government sector. This tender, active and currently at the Tender stage, is pertinent to the industrial process control equipment and pipeline industry categories, with the procurement regulated by legal basis UKPGA 2023/54. The equipment is designated for the HSE Buxton test site in the United Kingdom, and delivery is required before September 2026. Interested parties must submit their tenders by 6 March 2026, 1:00 PM, and can enquire until 27 February 2026, 1:00 PM.

Provision of a Technical Services Framework (TSF) for the Office for Nuclear Regulation (ONR) - TSF4

Description: The Office for Nuclear Regulation (ONR) is the independent UK regulator of the nuclear industry, including nuclear safety, security, and conventional health and safety at nuclear sites in the UK. ONR independently regulates nuclear safety and security at 36 nuclear licensed sites in the UK. We also regulate transport and ensure that safeguards obligations for the UK are met. Our duty is to ensure that the nuclear industry controls its hazards effectively, has a culture of continuous improvement and maintains high standards. The nuclear industry is undergoing rapid change and our role as a regulator is vital in ensuring new nuclear facilities are designed, built and operated to the highest standards, and in a manner that improves public confidence without compromising safety or security. We also oversee the (read more...)

Summary: The Office for Nuclear Regulation (ONR), a public authority within the central government of the United Kingdom, is in the planning stage of a procurement process for renewing its Technical Services Framework (TSF). The framework, identified by tender number ONR/T1111, focuses on services under the "Technical services" category (CPV code 71356000) and is expected to begin in November 2026. A key milestone is an upcoming Supplier Engagement Event on 26 February 2026, held via MS Teams, where ONR will outline tender requirements and timelines. Interested suppliers must register their participation by this date, offering a glimpse into the forthcoming open tender exercise aimed at bolstering the regulatory framework at nuclear sites across the UK.