CPU 5937 Highways Temporary Traffic Management Framework

NOTTINGHAM CITY COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Tender

27 Apr 2026 at 10:47

PlanningUpdate

02 Jul 2025 at 09:29

Planning

19 Jun 2025 at 10:33

Summary of the contracting process

Nottingham City Council invites tenders for the "CPU 5937 Highways Temporary Traffic Management Framework," targeting the traffic control services industry within Nottingham's boundaries. This procurement process, under the framework agreement, seeks to appoint up to three contractors with an estimated total contract value of £2.5 million (VAT exclusive). The procedure follows an open method and is in the Tender stage as of 27th April 2026, with the tender submission deadline set for 4th June 2026. Bidders are encouraged to submit their bids via the East Midlands Tenders website, with an enquiry period ending on 28th May 2026. The contract period is expected to run from 13th July 2026 until 12th July 2030, highlighting significant long-term involvement for successful bidders in managing temporary traffic arrangements across the city's designated areas.

This tender offers substantial growth opportunities for businesses specialising in traffic management services and those recognised as SMEs or VCSEs. With the evaluation criteria heavily weighted towards price (70%), alongside quality and social value (15% each), businesses well-versed in delivering cost-effective and impactful traffic control solutions stand a strong chance of securing a spot on this framework. The open procedure favours entities adept in electronic submissions, making it an ideal opportunity for technologically savvy firms eager to expand their footprint in public sector contracts within the UK. The framework signifies a lucrative engagement, especially for those looking to consolidate their service offerings in the Nottingham area, marking a significant entry point into public procurement markets.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

CPU 5937 Highways Temporary Traffic Management Framework

Notice Description

Nottingham City Council (the 'Authority' or 'Employer') is seeking tenders from suitably experienced and qualified entities (the 'Tenderer') for the inclusion on a framework for provision of temporary traffic management services within the boundaries of Nottingham City Council Subject to suitability, the Council is seeking to appoint up to 3 Contractors to this Framework. The Framework will have an estimated total value of PS2.5 million (VAT exclusive). The duration of the Framework is expected to be for up to 4 years at the Authority's discretion. The full specification for this project can be found in the tender pack advertised on East Midlands Tenders website.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-054fc7
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037959-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services


CPV Codes

63712700 - Traffic control services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,500,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£2,500,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Apr 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
4 Jun 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
1 Feb 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
12 Jul 2026 - 12 Jul 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NOTTINGHAM CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
NOTTINGHAM
Postcode
NG2 3NG
Post Town
Nottingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF14 Nottingham
Delivery Location
TLF14 Nottingham

Local Authority
Nottingham
Electoral Ward
Castle
Westminster Constituency
Nottingham East

Further Information

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