Scope
Reference
HSE/T4788
Description
HSE Science & Research Centre (Buxton) has been conducting large-scale liquid hydrogen experiments to assess the hazards around the use of liquid hydrogen. To make accurate flow measurements for safety assessment, HSE requires a gamma densitometer to measure the density of the liquid hydrogen flow.
The densitometer will be attached to a vacuum insulated liquid hydrogen release rig.
Total value (estimated)
- £36,000 excluding VAT
- £43,200 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 3 November 2025 to 3 November 2025
- 1 day
Main procurement category
Goods
CPV classifications
- 38425800 - Densitometers
Participation
Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
6 August 2025, 1:00pm
Tender submission deadline
20 August 2025, 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
No
Award criteria
The successful supplier will be selected based on the ability to delivery the components required, fully meeting the specifications and required delivery deadline at the best 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