Tender

SS15 50 Supply of Variable Message Signs

KENT COUNTY COUNCIL

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Tender

18 Nov 2016 at 20:17

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process is led by Kent County Council, which is seeking suppliers for the "SS15 50 Supply of Variable Message Signs" tender. This project falls within the road sign industry category and is based in the South East of the United Kingdom. Currently, the process is in the active tender stage, with the deadline for submissions having closed on 16 October 2015. The total value of this contract is approximately £180,000, which will be used for the supply and installation of new variable message signs that will enhance the existing network across Kent. These signs are intended to improve traffic management by providing up-to-date travel information to motorists. The contract period is set to begin on 1 January 2016 and conclude by 30 April 2016.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in the manufacturing and installation of road signage and related technologies. Companies with capabilities in the provision of high-quality variable message signs, particularly those that can ensure compatibility with existing systems used by Kent County Council, will find this tender particularly relevant. Additionally, contractors equipped to handle the technological aspects of road signage, especially those who can demonstrate a commitment to longevity and quality, will be well-suited to compete for this contract, thereby fostering growth in their business operations.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

SS15 50 Supply of Variable Message Signs

Notice Description

There are a number of variable message signs located throughout the county, with these signs covering a number of strategic routes throughout Kent. The text displayed by the signs gives uptodate travel information to motorists and thus helps improve drivers' route selection. Capital funding has been obtained to install a number of additional variable message signs, with these signs complementing the existing network of signs. This tender is limited to the supply and installation only of the variable message signs, with all civils works being carried out by Kent County Council's current term maintenance contractor, Amey. The revenue cost for maintaining these signs will remain unchanged and is to be funded from within existing budgets. As technology has improved since many of the existing variable message signs were originally procured, we have created a specification to obtain a display which is capable of a longer working life. The signs will be operated by Kent County Council (KCC) with secure communications links to provide traffic data to the motorist, using the existing systems based in the Highway Management Centre at Aylesford Highways Depot. All equipment must be fully compatible with these existing systems. Additional information: There are a number of variable message signs located throughout the county, with these signs covering a number of strategic routes throughout Kent. The text displayed by the signs gives up to date travel information to motorists and thus helps improve drivers' route selection. Capital funding has been obtained to install a number of additional variable message signs, with these signs complementing the existing network of signs. This tender is limited to the supply and installation only of the variable message signs, with all civils works being carried out by Kent County Council's current term maintenance contractor, Amey. The revenue cost for maintaining these signs will remain unchanged and is to be funded from within existing budgets. As technology has improved since many of the existing variable message signs were originally procured, we have created a specification to obtain a display which is capable of a longer working life. The signs will be operated by Kent County Council (KCC) with secure communications links to provide traffic data to the motorist, using the existing systems based in the Highway Management Centre at Aylesford Highways Depot. All equipment must be fully compatible with these existing systems.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/258eadbd-50e5-4551-a613-e7ca4340024d
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

34992200 - Road signs

45316211 - Installation of illuminated road signs

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£180,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Nov 20169 years ago
Submission Deadline
16 Oct 2015Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jan 2016 - 30 Apr 2016 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
KENT COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MAIDSTONE
Postcode
ME14 1XQ
Post Town
Rochester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ45 Mid Kent
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)
Local Authority
Maidstone
Electoral Ward
Penenden Heath
Westminster Constituency
Maidstone and Malling

Further Information

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