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Provision of preferred Cycle route signage - Thurrock Council

NATIONAL HIGHWAYS LIMITED

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03 Mar 2026 at 12:52

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Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process undertaken by National Highways Limited involves the provision of preferred cycle route signage for Thurrock Council, specifically at the Dartford Crossing Pick-Up Essex point. This contract falls under the goods category and has been awarded to Thurrock Council. National Highways Limited is a central government public authority based in Birmingham, United Kingdom. The contract was signed on 2nd March 2026, with the execution period starting from 4th March to 30th April 2026. The procurement method employed was direct, below the threshold, and without competition, reflecting the specialised nature of the project.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses in the signage sector, particularly those focused on infrastructure and cycle route projects. It is suitable for large enterprises that can deliver within tight timelines, as seen in the award granted to Thurrock Council. Companies specialising in traffic management, urban planning, or those with prior experience in collaborating with public sector entities on similar projects are well-positioned to compete in future tenders of this nature. The direct award methodology can encourage streamlined processes for businesses that demonstrate expertise and readiness to meet specific project requirements quickly and efficiently.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of preferred Cycle route signage - Thurrock Council

Notice Description

Provision of preferred Cycle route signage - Dartford Crossing Pick-Up Essex point- Thurrock Council

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0660cd
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/018910-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£11,064 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Mar 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Mar 20261 months ago
Contract Period
4 Mar 2026 - 30 Apr 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NATIONAL HIGHWAYS LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B4 6GA
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Ladywood
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

THURROCK COUNCIL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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