---
title: "DSE - Eye Tests and Corrective Appliances"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000791977"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000791977.json"
source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "THE CITY OF EDINBURGH COUNCIL"
published: "2025-09-11"
---

# DSE - Eye Tests and Corrective Appliances

Buyer: THE CITY OF EDINBURGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000791977

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## Summary

The City of Edinburgh Council has successfully awarded a contract for the provision of "DSE - Eye Tests and Corrective Appliances" to Specsavers Optical Superstores Ltd. This procurement process, categorized under health services, took place in Edinburgh (UKM75). The open procedure, indicative of an open and competitive procurement method, was completed with key dates including the signing of the contract on 13th August 2025. The contract has since attained active status, with the award being formally recognised on 11th September 2025. The contract entails services within the Edinburgh locality, enhancing community health provisions.

This tender represents a valuable opportunity for businesses in the health services sector, particularly those capable of providing eye tests and corrective appliances. The open procurement method provides transparency and a competitive platform beneficial for large-scale service providers capable of meeting regional needs, as demonstrated by Specsavers securing the contract. Although only one bid was received, the process underscores the potential for businesses specialising in health services to partner with local authorities and expand their footprint in public sector contracts. Businesses with an existing presence or capability to expand in Edinburgh's public services market would find such opportunities advantageous for growth.

## Notice

Eye Tests and Corrective Appliances

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP539058 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 Sep 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 Aug 2025 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £10,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE CITY OF EDINBURGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH8 8BG |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM13 City of Edinburgh |
| Local authority | City of Edinburgh |
| Electoral ward | City Centre |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh East and Musselburgh |
| Delivery location | TLM75 City of Edinburgh |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SPECSAVERS OPTICAL SUPERSTORES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products
- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 33730000 - Eye care products and corrective lenses
- 85160000 - Optician services

## Release History

- 11 Sep 2025 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP539058

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP539058
  DSE - Eye Tests and Corrective Appliances - Eye Tests and Corrective Appliances

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.edinburgh.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000791977
- https://www.crowncommercial.gov.uk/agreements/RM6182

## Provenance

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