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title: "6DOF Motion Platform for Electrical Machine Testing"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000834546"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH"
published: "2026-06-12"
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# 6DOF Motion Platform for Electrical Machine Testing

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000834546

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## Summary

The University of Edinburgh is seeking to acquire a 6DOF Motion Platform for electrical machine testing, as part of their procurement needs within the education sector. The procurement process, currently in the tender stage, is classified under the industry category of goods and takes place in Edinburgh, UKM75. The procurement follows an open procedure method, allowing electronic submissions via the Public Contracts Scotland portal, with a submission deadline on 3rd July 2026 at noon. The tender aims to enhance the capabilities of the Electrical Power Conversion group within The School of Engineering by acquiring equipment capable of testing electrical power conversion test rigs with a mass of up to at least 1500 kg. The contract is expected to last for 960 days. Key stakeholders include the University of Edinburgh as the buyer and the Edinburgh Sheriff Court as the review body. The project aims to integrate community benefits such as social, economic, and environmental contributions to the Edinburgh and South East Scotland region.

This tender provides an opportunity for businesses, particularly those specialising in manufacturing and supplying advanced motion platform equipment, to expand their reach and establish a relationship with a prestigious educational institution. Companies with the capacity to supply, install, and provide technical support for the motion platform are ideal candidates. The project stipulates a minimum required turnover of £140,000 annually over the past three financial years, ensuring participating businesses have robust financial capabilities. Community benefits are encouraged as part of this contract, including job creation, training, and other social initiatives, offering businesses a chance to make a positive regional impact, potentially aligning with corporate social responsibility goals.

## Notice

Purchase of a 6DOF Motion Platform for Electrical Machine Testing

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The University of Edinburgh seeks to acquire a 6DOF Motion Platform capable of testing electrical power conversion test rigs with mass in the range of 1000 kg, and preferably at least 1500 kg or above, to enhance the capabilities of the Electrical Power Conversion group within the Institute for Energy Systems, The School of Engineering. Suppliers are invited to tender for the supply, installation, and technical services/support of this equipment.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN557880 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 3 Jul 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £70,000 |
| Lots value | £70,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH1 1HT |
| 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 |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

## Release History

- 12 Jun 2026 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN557880

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN557880
  6DOF Motion Platform for Electrical Machine Testing - Purchase of a 6DOF Motion Platform for Electrical Machine Testing

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.ed.ac.uk
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2343
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- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000834546
- https://www.esescommunities.org/
- https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-procurement/
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/

## Provenance

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