Scope
Reference
HSE/T4789
Description
There is a requirement to replace an outdated in house developed time/pressure test kit which currently runs on obsolete software. The replacement kit would ideally be a commercially available of the shelf item and must meet the standards specified in UN manual of tests and criteria for the Time/pressure test: UN Series 1 / Series 2, Test 1 (c) (i) and 2 (c) (i)) and The HSL flash composition test.
The equipment must also come with software suitable to extrapolate test results in a user friendly manner, be calibratable and easily maintained on a general basis by HSE-SD's hazardous materials team. The equipment will be used to support the HSE Explosives inspectorates with explosive classification for transport, Incident investigations, market surveillance and research and development projects.
Total value (estimated)
- £33,000 excluding VAT
- £39,600 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 6 October 2025 to 6 October 2025
- 1 day
Main procurement category
Goods
CPV classifications
- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
Participation
Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
15 August 2025, 1:00pm
Tender submission deadline
22 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 specification within the shortest timescale, at 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