Planning

Hand Arm Vibration Monitoring

THE CITY OF EDINBURGH COUNCIL

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Planning

23 Mar 2026 at 00:00

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Summary of the contracting process

The City of Edinburgh Council is at the planning stage for a tender titled "Hand Arm Vibration Monitoring," aimed at monitoring hand arm vibrations among their employees. This procurement falls under the services category related to general public services and is planned within the UKM75 region, specifically centred at Edinburgh. The process is at its initiation phase as of 23rd March 2026, with further notices expected by 7th May 2026. The Council seeks robust monitoring and reporting solutions to mitigate risks associated with Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome, with an estimated contract value of £120,000.

This procurement initiative can foster business growth by presenting an opportunity for companies specialising in vibration monitoring services and equipment. Businesses with expertise in occupational health and safety, particularly those offering innovative technological solutions for industrial equipment usage, would be particularly well-suited to compete for this tender. The engagement with The City of Edinburgh Council, a major regional authority, also offers potential for establishing long-term relationships and expanding service offerings in public welfare sectors.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Hand Arm Vibration Monitoring

Notice Description

Provision of recording and monitoring Hand Arm Vibration

Lot Information

Lot 1

he City of Edinburgh Council has a requirement for a robust method of monitoring and reporting of employee plant and tool utilisation to help understand and control the risks associated with Hand Arm Vibration in order to protect and prevent employees from suffering with Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome (HAVS).

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000827290
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR552270
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Prior Information Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

38434000 - Analysers

71317200 - Health and safety services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£120,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
7 May 20262 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE CITY OF EDINBURGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH8 8BG
Post Town
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
TLM75 City of Edinburgh
Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
City Centre
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh East and Musselburgh

Further Information

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