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Reactec HAV

CAMBRIDGE CITY COUNCIL

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25 Feb 2026 at 15:12

Summary of the contracting process

Cambridge City Council has concluded the procurement process for the provision of R-Link wearable health and safety monitoring equipment, facilitated under Reactec's "Safety as a Service" model. The awarded contract, named "Reactec HAV," aims to enhance compliance with health and safety regulations by monitoring Hand Arm Vibration (HAV) exposure and providing proximity warnings for risks associated with plant and vehicle interactions. This contract, categorised under monitoring and control services, spans from 25th February 2026 to 25th February 2029 and was awarded through a direct procurement method below the competition threshold. The procurement was conducted in the UKH12 region, encompassing Cambridge, aligning with sub-central government requirements.

The tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in wearable health and safety technology, particularly those with expertise in HAV exposure management and safety analytics. Smaller and medium-sized enterprises may find this procurement particularly relevant, given the suitability criteria encouraging SME participation. Reactec's engagement with Cambridge City Council highlights the potential for growth in service plans catering to local government needs, enhancing the company's portfolio in safety compliance services. The contract, with a gross value of £52,946, presents a predictable revenue stream over three years, devoid of hidden costs, thereby making it an attractive opportunity for businesses to deploy innovative safety solutions while ensuring continuity and advancement in health monitoring technologies.

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Notice Title

Reactec HAV

Notice Description

The provision of R-Link wearable health and safety monitoring equipment and access to the Reactec Analytics platform. The solution supports the Council's statutory duties under the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 and the Control of Vibration at Work Regulations 2005 by enabling accurate monitoring and management of Hand Arm Vibration (HAV) exposure, alongside proximity warning functionality for plant and vehicle interface risks. The arrangement is delivered under Reactec's "Safety as a Service" model, which provides: New hardware supplied as part of the service Ongoing software access, analytics, and support Replacement of faulty equipment within agreed timescales No capital asset ownership by the Council This approach ensures continuity of data, avoids obsolescence of equipment, and provides predictable revenue costs Method of calculating the contract value The total contract value has been calculated based on the aggregated cost of the Reactec service plans required across multiple service areas, as detailed in the supplier's commercial proposal. The calculation includes: The number of R-Link devices required per service area. Associated gateways, charging stations and consumables. A fixed annual SaaS service charge per device. A three-year contract term, with costs expressed exclusive of VAT. The supplier has provided a clear breakdown by service area, with an agreed discounted total applied across the deployment. The contract value represents the sum of all annual service charges over the three-year fixed term, as set out in the proposal. There are no additional hidden costs, capital purchase costs, or variable usage charges within the term.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065c48
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016986-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK5 - Transparency Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71700000 - Monitoring and control services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£44,122 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
25 Feb 2026 - 25 Feb 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Pending
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CAMBRIDGE CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CAMBRIDGE
Postcode
CB2 1BY
Post Town
Cambridge
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH4 Cambridgeshire and Peterborough
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH42 Cambridgeshire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Cambridge
Electoral Ward
Market
Westminster Constituency
Cambridge

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

REACTEC

Further Information

Notice Documents

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