Scope
Reference
T4877
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 use at the HSE Buxton (SK17 9JN) test site. The equipment is required to be delivered before August 2026.
Total value (estimated)
- £20,000 excluding VAT
- £24,000 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 31 July 2026 to 31 July 2026
- 1 day
Main procurement category
Goods
CPV classifications
- 38810000 - Industrial process control equipment
- 44160000 - Pipeline, piping, pipes, casing, tubing and related items
Contract locations
- UK - United Kingdom
Submission
Enquiry deadline
27 February 2026, 1:00pm
Tender submission deadline
6 March 2026, 1:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
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:
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Award criteria
The successful supplier(s) will be selected based on
- ability to deliver the supply required
- fully meeting the specifications
- meeting the specified delivery timeline
- price.
Procedure
Procedure type
Below threshold - open competition
Contracting authority
Health and Safety Executive
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PBXM-4389-TXVZ
Redgrave Court, Merton Road, Bootle, Merseyside
Liverpool
L20 7HS
United Kingdom
Email: tenders@hse.gov.uk
Region: UKD73 - Sefton
Organisation type: Public authority - central government