Scope
Reference
HSE/T4688
Description
HSE Science Division at its Buxton site design, procure and operate a number of pressure systems. While many of these are standard and straightforward in nature, some others are more specialist as part of experimental studies to enable new technology and safety studies. This includes for example:
• Hydrogen service;
• Pressures of c 1,000 barg;
• Composite vessels;
• Cryogenic service;
• Fire tests;
• Hydraulic burst tests; and
• Small scale pneumatic burst tests
We require a call-off service, from a pressure systems specialist to provide advice, especially on such more specialised areas, covering:
• Concept design advice;
• Pre-purchase pressure systems advice;
• As part of HSE's investigation function, we may be required to examine and operate pressure systems with limited provenance and to make an assessment of whether damaged systems can be operated safely;
• Risk assessment advice;
• Training provision to degree-qualified engineers and scientists working with pressure systems;
• Pre-delivery factory acceptance support offsite for new, modified or reconditioned systems;
• Advice on Written Schemes of Examination expectations; and
• Interpretation of any exemptions under PSSR to ensure compliance.
Contract 1. THE PROVISION OF PRESSURE SYSTEMS CONSULTANCY SERVICES
Supplier
Contract value
- £48,000 excluding VAT
- £57,600 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Award decision date
3 October 2025
Earliest date the contract will be signed
24 October 2025
Contract dates (estimated)
- 27 October 2025 to 26 October 2027
- 2 years
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
Contract locations
- UK - United Kingdom
Information about tenders
- 4 tenders received
- 1 tender assessed in the final stage:
- 0 submitted by small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- 0 submitted by voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
- 1 supplier awarded contracts
- 0 suppliers unsuccessful (details included for contracts over £5 million)
Procedure
Procedure type
Below threshold - open competition
Supplier
HSB ENGINEERING INSURANCE SERVICES LIMITED
- Companies House: 03010292
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PPML-7664-ZNRG
Chancery Place
Manchester
M2 2JT
United Kingdom
Email: tender@hsbeil.com
Website: http://www.munichre.com/hsbeil
Region: UKD33 - Manchester
Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): No
Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No
Contract 1. THE PROVISION OF PRESSURE SYSTEMS CONSULTANCY SERVICES
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
Website: http://www.hse.gov.uk
Region: UKD73 - Sefton
Organisation type: Public authority - central government