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Pan TfL Signage and Display Framework

Transport for London

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Tender

23 Feb 2026 at 10:01

UK4 - Tender Notice
PlanningUpdate

14 Apr 2025 at 09:38

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Planning

11 Apr 2025 at 09:46

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Transport for London (TfL) has initiated a competitive tender for the "Pan TfL Signage and Display Framework." The tender, currently in the tender stage, aims to establish a framework agreement with multiple suppliers across four lots to cover signage and display products, services, and works. The procurement process, conducted under central government public authority status, includes signage design, installation, production, and temporary signage solutions. Key deadlines include the expression of interest due by 9 March 2026. The framework anticipates a contract period starting on 12 October 2026, extending potentially until 11 October 2034 with an optional three-year renewal. The procurement method is a selective, competitive flexible procedure with electronic submissions through TfL's SAP Ariba portal, offering an opportunity for dynamic engagement and negotiation in multiple tender stages.

This framework provides substantial opportunities for businesses involved in signage production, installation, and maintenance, especially small and medium enterprises (SMEs), to collaborate with TfL. Companies with expertise in vitreous and non-vitreous enamel signage, temporary signage, and wayfinding graphic standards are well-positioned to compete. The procurement's multi-lot structure encourages diverse participation, enhancing potential growth avenues by allowing engagement in specific areas of expertise. Furthermore, the framework's emphasis on technical proficiency, commercial capability, health and safety, and environmental management highlights an inclusive approach. Businesses that can deliver high-quality, reliable, and innovative signage solutions while supporting TfL's branding and legibility goals will find this procurement particularly aligned with their capabilities. Registration is required on essential digital platforms such as TfL's SAP Business Network and the Find a Tender Service (FTS), which integrates public procurement transactions and records.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Pan TfL Signage and Display Framework

Notice Description

Transport for London (TfL) is conducting a Competitive Flexible Procedure which is aimed to establish a TfL Signage and Display Framework consisting of four (4) lots and multiple suppliers. The framework will cover the provision of signage and display products, works, and services. The purpose of the framework is to supply a full range of signage requirements through a multi-lot multi supplier structure for TfL and its supply chain. This includes signage and wayfinding graphic standard designs and schemes, permanent signage using vitreous enamel ,permanent signage using non-vitreous enamel materials ( aluminium composites, steel materials, fluted boards, etc.) and temporary and standard signage (including vinyl and acrylic signage). All lots provide end-to-end manufacture, installation, supply, and associated services (e.g., reactive maintenance) for signage and display products, except Lot 1, which is limited to signage and wayfinding graphic design and scheme development. Lot Structure Lot 1 - Signage and Wayfinding Graphic Standards & Scheme Design Lot 2A - Permanent Signage (Vitreous Enamel) eg. vitreous enamel or steel signs; permanent illuminated and non-illuminated signs Lot 2B - Permanent Signage (Non-Vitreous Enamel) eg. Aluminium composite signs, poster frames Lot 3 - Temporary Signage eg fluted boards, vinyl and acrylic signs, glass signs Supplier Registrations 1. TfL SAP Business Network It is the sole responsibility of suppliers to contact the TfL Supplier Enablement Team, to check that they are registered on the TfL SAP Supplier Business Network e-procurement system. If your organisation is not already registered in SAP Business Network, please ensure that you complete the TFL supplier set up process through the SAP Business Network link provided here: https://tfl.gov.uk/info-for/suppliers-and-contractors/become-a-tfl-supplier?intcmp=3390 If you have any problems or are unsure regarding your TFL Supplier account please arrange a call with the TFL buying support Team; BuyingSupport@tfl.gov.uk Following Bidders registration, email CharlesHayford@tfl.gov.uk and TyrekeBrooks@tfl.gov.uk for access to the tender in the portal. Registration is required to receive an invitation to the SAP Ariba procurement event and access to the first stage; Procurement Specific Questionnaire (PSQ) documentation. All tender documents would be provided as an attachment on TfL Ariba Sourcing event once a Bidder has been added to the event. 2. Find a Tender Service (FTS)/Central Digital Platform (CDP) Additionally, your organisation must have a Public Procurement Organisation Number (PPON). A PPON is a Unique Identifier (UI) assigned to organisations that participate in public procurement, generated when an organisation registers on the Find a Tender Service (FTS). It is used to manage and publish notices related to public procurement and connects information about the organisation digitally. Your PPON is a combination of 12 letters and numbers, separated by hyphens. For example, EFGH-1234-IJKL. Find a Tender is now the Central Digital Platform. Registration is mandatory to participate in public sector procurements under the Procurement Act 2023. If your organisation is not already registered in Find a Tender, please ensure that you register as soon as possible and obtain your organisation's Unique Identifier via: https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Search

Lot Information

Lot 1 Signage and wayfinding graphic standards and scheme design

TfL's objective is to maintain the established TfL branding and signage standards, increase service reliability with the reduction of unnecessary visual 'clutter', minimal duplication (where necessary) and improving safety by removing accident risk and improving overall legibility - benefitting passengers, staff and drivers by ensuring consistent quality information. Design requirements may range from technical design to graphic design. This would cover individual sign construction or fixing methods, sign layouts or full building sign schemes all in accordance with the relevant standards and regulations.

Renewal: The framework Agreement will have an option to extend three (3 ) years. TfL may choose to utilise the optional extension with an agreed increment with incumbents contractors or suppliers under the framework.

Lot 2A Permanent signage - vitreous enamel

All Permanent Signage vitreous enamel under Lot 2A must be produced and manufactured using only vitreous enamel material steel. TfL is considering the use of anti-theft fixings and other alternative fixing methods for surface-mounted roundel signage specifically on heritage signages where such measures are deemed appropriate, beneficial, and cost-effective. Suggestions will be welcomed from Bidders once awarded a place on a framework. One of the key Deliverables for successful Bidders under Lot 2A are required to fully reproduce all design intent drawings for the permanent vitreous enamel signage. All detailed technical drawings produced by the contractor must be submitted to the TfL Framework Manager within the initial six(6) months from Framework commencement. These drawings will be subject to TfL assurance process and approved to be used for call offs contracts. Bidders should also note that TfL intends to implement an asset registry process for all permanent signage under this lot. This will enable the identification of all installed signage through the use of unique identification markers.

Renewal: The framework Agreement will have an option to extend three (3 ) years. TfL may choose to utilise the optional extension with an agreed increment with incumbents contractors or suppliers under the framework.

Lot 2B - Permanent Signage non vitreous enamel

All Permanent Signage non vitreous enamel under Lot 2B will be produced and manufactured with all other materials. All signage delivered will be subject to the TfL assurance process. Bidders should also note that TfL intends to implement an asset registry process for all permanent signage under this lot. This will enable the identification of all installed signage through the use of unique identification markers.

Renewal: The framework Agreement will have an option to extend three (3 ) years. TfL may choose to utilise the optional extension with an agreed increment with incumbents contractors or suppliers under the framework.

Lot 3 Temporary Signage

Temporary bespoke signs may be made of but not restricted to the following: -Aluminium composites -SAV, expanded PVC or fluted PP board -Stretched barrier banners and hoarding and include: - Temporary Bus Stops and Taxi Ranks - Other operational equipment such as Hoods, Covers, labels and Hazard tapes. - Associated Fixings

Renewal: The framework Agreement will have an option to extend three (3 ) years. TfL may choose to utilise the optional extension with an agreed increment with incumbents contractors or suppliers under the framework.

Planning Information

TfL invites suppliers to participate in this Preliminary Market Engagement exercise by completing a Market Sounding Questionnaire (MSQ). All feedback received will be treated confidentially and will help to shape the upcoming procurement opportunity. Information on the engagement process and the procurement can be found in the MSQ documents which will be emailed to interested suppliers. The engagement process consists of the following key steps: 1. Expression of Interest: Suppliers who wish to participate should express their interest by emailing CharlesHayford@tfl.gov.uk and quoting "Pan-TfL Signage and Display Framework Renter- Registering MSQ interest". 2. Suppliers shall carefully review and complete the MSQ document sent to them. 3. Suppliers shall email the completed MSQ document back to CharlesHayford@tfl.gov.uk in a PDF format before the deadline of 12:00 noon on Tuesday 20 May 2025. TfL reserves the right to hold 1-2-1s with suppliers following the submission of the MSQs. We encourage all interested suppliers, regardless of size, to take part in this process. TfL is looking to award multiple lots to encourage the participation of SMEs in the procurement exercise. Your insights and expertise will be invaluable in shaping our procurement approach. If you have any questions about the process, please do not hesitate to get in touch with Charles Hayford via CharlesHayford@tfl.gov.uk. We look forward to hearing from you.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-050108
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015921-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

22 - Printed matter and related products

31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

45 - Construction work

50 - Repair and maintenance services

51 - Installation services (except software)

CPV Codes

22314000 - Designs

31400000 - Accumulators, primary cells and primary batteries

31523000 - Illuminated signs and nameplates

31530000 - Parts of lamps and lighting equipment

34924000 - Variable message signs

34928470 - Signage

34928471 - Sign materials

34928472 - Sign posts

34992000 - Signs and illuminated signs

45316100 - Installation of outdoor illumination equipment

50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

51000000 - Installation services (except software)

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£23,200,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
£23,200,000 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Feb 20266 months ago
Submission Deadline
6 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
14 Jul 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
12 Oct 2026 - 11 Oct 2031 Over 5 years
Recurrence
2034-01-09

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Transport for London
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
E20 1JN
Postcode Area
East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI41 Hackney and Newham
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Newham
Electoral Ward
Stratford Olympic Park
Westminster Constituency
Stratford and Bow

Further Information

Notice Documents

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