Tender

T2742 - Supply and Erection of Street Nameplates - Pre-Market-Engagement

BELFAST CITY COUNCIL

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Tender

11 May 2026 at 14:53

Planning

25 Mar 2026 at 13:46

Summary of the contracting process

Belfast City Council is conducting a public procurement process for the "T2742 - Supply and Erection of Street Nameplates - Pre-Market-Engagement". This tender involves the manufacturing, supply, delivery, and installation of street nameplates across the Belfast City Council area, under the active procurement stage using an open procedure. The process invites bids until 15th June 2026, with an anticipated contract award by 25th June 2026. The procurement falls under the 'Signage' industry category with a gross estimated contract value of £288,000. Located in Belfast, Northern Ireland, the contract will commence on 1st July 2026 and continue until 31st May 2028, with potential extensions up to 31st May 2030.

This tender offers substantial growth opportunities for businesses specialising in signage, street furniture, and related services. Enterprises with expertise in innovative manufacturing techniques, including die-pressed, digital print, or cut vinyl methods, will find this contract particularly suitable. The bidding is open to small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs), making it accessible to a diverse range of suppliers. The procurement's emphasis on quality, social value, and cost encourages competitive pricing and high standards, providing a platform for businesses to showcase their expertise in durable materials and modern installation methods.

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Notice Title

T2742 - Supply and Erection of Street Nameplates - Pre-Market-Engagement

Notice Description

The Council requires the manufacture, supply, delivery and erection of single- and dual-language street nameplates across the Belfast City Council area, including wall/fence/rail-mounted and post-mounted formats. The Contractor must provide all materials, labour, equipment, posts, fixings and associated services required to produce and install nameplates to the technical standards set out in the Specification, including reflective finishes, Kindersley lettering, protective overlaminate and minimum durability requirements. The contract also includes removal and disposal of existing nameplates, reinstatement works, cleaning, and provision of annual management information.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Options: The contract includes options for the Council to purchase additional nameplates or related services during the contract period, including alternative fonts, colours, backgrounds or emblems, and the ability to add or remove items in line with Council requirements, subject to internal approvals.

Renewal: Options to extend for a further 2 years (1+1).

Planning Information

This PME is being delivered through a questionnaire‑based process. Belfast City Council invites Suppliers to participate in this PME by emailing cps@belfastcity.gov.uk to request a copy of the PME questionnaire.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0673e6
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043139-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

34928470 - Signage

34992000 - Signs and illuminated signs

34992300 - Street signs

45233290 - Installation of road signs

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£240,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£240,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 May 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
15 Jun 20262 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
21 Apr 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Jun 2026 - 31 May 2028 1-2 years
Recurrence
2030-05-13

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

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

Locality
BELFAST
Postcode
BT2 8DJ
Post Town
Northern Ireland
Country
Northern Ireland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLN Northern Ireland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLN0 Northern Ireland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLN06 Belfast
Delivery Location
TLN Northern Ireland

Local Authority
Belfast
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Belfast South and Mid Down

Further Information

Notice Documents

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