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title: "Carry out HAVs Testing on Equipment and Provision of Electronic Reports - AWARD"
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# Carry out HAVs Testing on Equipment and Provision of Electronic Reports - AWARD

Buyer: BEDFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-596aec3d-12d9-4b1c-873d-41be522d49e1

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## Summary

Bedford Borough Council has completed the award phase of a selective procurement process for "Carry out HAVs Testing on Equipment and Provision of Electronic Reports." This contract involves the testing of 50 pieces of handheld equipment in Bedford, MK41 8AH, with necessary electronic reporting according to BSENISO5349 (1) - (2) and the Control of Vibration at Work Regulations 2005. The procurement falls under the category of technical testing, analysis, and consultancy services, with a value of £1,194.50 GBP. The contract period is set from 1st March 2026 to 28th February 2027. The award of this contract was announced on 12th February 2026. The procurement method used was a restricted procedure, indicating a selective tendering process.

This contract provides business opportunities for firms specialising in technical testing and consultancy services, particularly those with expertise in compliance with vibration control regulations. While the procurement is not suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) or voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), companies such as British Engineering Services Asset Reliability, Bureau Veritas UK Limited, and HAV Control Limited have been engaged as suppliers. Businesses experienced in scientific reporting and equipment testing within the specified geographical region can leverage this opportunity for market growth and expansion by aligning with Bedford Borough Council's requirements and standards.

## Notice

Carry out HAVs testing on 50 pieces of hand held equipment on site at MK41 8AH and provide electronic reports. Testing to be carried out in accordance with BSENISO5349 (1) - (2) Control of Vibration at Work Regulations 2005.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c82245e5-bc2e-4bb6-891f-3e59ddd7a3dc |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Jan 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 12 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 1 Mar 2026 - 28 Feb 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,194 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | BEDFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | ENGLAND |
| Post town | Milton Keynes |
| Postcode | MK42 9AP |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLH24 Bedford |
| Local authority | Bedford |
| Electoral ward | Cauldwell |
| Westminster constituency | Bedford |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 3 |
| Supplier names | BRITISH ENGINEERING SERVICES ASSET RELIABILITY; BUREAU VERITAS; HAV CONTROL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71600000 - Technical testing, analysis and consultancy services

## Release History

- 12 Feb 2026 at 13:07 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c82245e5-bc2e-4bb6-891f-3e59ddd7a3dc
- 12 Feb 2026 at 13:07 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c82245e5-bc2e-4bb6-891f-3e59ddd7a3dc
- 12 Feb 2026 at 13:07 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c82245e5-bc2e-4bb6-891f-3e59ddd7a3dc

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c82245e5-bc2e-4bb6-891f-3e59ddd7a3dc
  12th February 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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