Scope
Reference
HSE/T4793
Description
This equipment is required to enhance the analytical capability of HSE and enable it to meet the requirements of both the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) and external customers. This system would be used for the analysis of very low levels of analytes in complex biological matrices.
The analytes of interest are primarily aliphatic and aromatic amines, analysed in negative chemical ionization after heptafluorobutyric anhydride derivatisation.
For compatibility with existing systems running the same method, we are seeking tenders for a secondhand Agilent GC-MS system. The system must be available from the supplier at the time of tender submission and must remain available until the tender process is complete. This is likely to be a period of up to six weeks. In exceptional circumstances, a higher specification/newer model would be accepted for the same price but substitution of lower specification or older models will render the winning bid invalid.
Total value (estimated)
- £41,667 excluding VAT
- £50,000 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 September 2025 to 1 September 2025
- 1 day
Main procurement category
Goods
CPV classifications
- 38432200 - Chromatographs
- 38432210 - Gas chromatographs
Participation
Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
7 August 2025, 1:00pm
Tender submission deadline
21 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
Yes
Award criteria
Evaluation of bids will be based on being able to meet the technical aspects as outlined in the above specification with the shortest timescale, at best price, and to deliver and install the system by Friday 27th February 2026 at the latest.
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