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Variable message signs

BARNSLEY METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL

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10 Jul 2025 at 14:24

Summary of the contracting process

Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council has completed the procurement process for the provision of variable message signs, specifically for town centre car parks. The contract, classified under the industry category of "Variable message signs," is set to serve the Yorkshire and the Humber region in the United Kingdom. This tender reached the award stage as of 10th July 2025, with the contracting period to commence on 11th July 2025 and conclude on 22nd June 2030. The procurement method falls under the category 'Other,' with a focus on goods. The awarded contract was valued at £155,956, highlighting a substantial investment in enhancing regional infrastructure.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses involved in the supply and maintenance of digital and variable signages, particularly those located in or supporting operations within Yorkshire and the Humber. Ideal candidates for participation would include small and medium-sized enterprises capable of delivering and servicing such technology. Furthermore, this contract underscores the potential for collaboration with large-scale suppliers, such as the awarded contractor, Swarco UK & Ireland, providing a competitive edge for businesses aiming to penetrate or expand their footprint in public infrastructure projects.

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Notice Title

Variable message signs

Notice Description

Supply, fit & maintenance of variable message signs for town centre car parks

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-6c7e0b1a-8bad-4017-a5ac-7addf0c5f0b0
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e09a8d7a-6191-4d09-aaf4-2157cd4f7310
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other -
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation


CPV Codes

34924000 - Variable message signs

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£155,956 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
10 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Jul 20257 months ago
Contract Period
9 Jul 2025 - 22 Jun 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BARNSLEY METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BARNSLEY, SOUTH YORKSHIRE
Postcode
S70 2TA
Post Town
Sheffield
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE3 South Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE33 Barnsley
Delivery Location
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber

Local Authority
Barnsley
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Barnsley North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SWARCO UK & IRELAND

Further Information

Notice Documents

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