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ORT0115 - Signs and Signals (AMI and VMS) Modernisation & Refresh v1

NATIONAL HIGHWAYS

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21 Aug 2025 at 14:56

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17 Jul 2024 at 10:02

Award

11 Dec 2023 at 14:15

Summary of the contracting process

National Highways, located in Guildford, England, has awarded a contract for the project titled "ORT0115 - Signs and Signals (AMI and VMS) Modernisation & Refresh v1". This procurement focuses on the provision and modernisation of signage, specifically including Variable Messaging Signs (VMS) and signals, vital for the management and monitoring of the Strategic Road Network (SRN). The contract, valued at approximately £11.9 million, is classified under the CPV category for signage and involves wide geographical coverage, including delivery to various locations such as the British Oversea Territories and the United Kingdom. The procurement process, completed in March 2025, was managed through a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement, indicating a streamlined approach to engaging pre-approved suppliers.

This tender opens up several opportunities for businesses, particularly those with expertise in electronic and infrastructure-related goods due to its focus on signs and signal systems. Larger enterprises like SWARCO UK & Ireland Ltd, the awarded supplier, are well-positioned to benefit from such contracts given the scope and scale of work required. The structured procurement method also suggests that firms already part of relevant frameworks have an advantage in competing for similar tenders, potentially fostering long-term growth for businesses in the technology and infrastructure sectors. As the contract covers both installation and ongoing services such as repair and training, businesses offering comprehensive, end-to-end services in this industry stand to gain significantly. However, this particular contract was not deemed suitable for SMEs or VCSEs, likely due to its large scale and complexity.

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Notice Title

ORT0115 - Signs and Signals (AMI and VMS) Modernisation & Refresh v1

Notice Description

Provision of signs and signals supply, installation, warranty, storage, repair and training. "Please note that this contract award notice is being published later than intended due to an administrative oversight."

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-d3d5452e-caeb-4f43-82fa-9d8778fcd62b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b0f1612e-3343-471d-a22c-3905792f7217
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation


CPV Codes

34928470 - Signage

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£11,905,031 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£23,805,031 £10M-£100M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
17 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Nov 20232 years ago
Contract Period
19 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 1-2 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
NATIONAL HIGHWAYS
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
otcf@nationalhighways.co.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
GUILDFORD
Postcode
GU1 4LZ
Post Town
Guildford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ25 West Surrey
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Guildford
Electoral Ward
Stoke
Westminster Constituency
Guildford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SWARCO UK & IRELAND

Further Information

Notice Documents

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