Tender

West Northamptonshire Town Wayfinder Signage

WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL

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Tender

02 Apr 2026 at 08:44

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

West Northamptonshire Council is currently in the tender stage of a procurement process titled "West Northamptonshire Town Wayfinder Signage". This project falls under the industry category "Signs and illuminated signs" and has been categorized as a procurement of goods. The location for the project is the UKF2 region in the United Kingdom. The council is seeking suppliers for the fabrication, delivery, and installation of Wayfinder signage throughout the town centre. Key deadlines include an enquiry period ending on 8th May 2026, a tender period ending on 15th May 2026, and an award period concluding by 30th June 2026. The procurement is being conducted through an open procedure with a tender value of £700,000 and a gross value of £840,000. More information and document submission can be completed via their e-procurement portal.

This tender offers significant business growth opportunities, particularly for SMEs, as indicated by compatibility with smaller enterprises. It's well-suited for businesses specialising in quality sign fabrication and installation, with capabilities in supplying replacement parts and conducting repairs. The contract spans five years, allowing for sustained engagement and revenue potential. Award criteria balance 60% quality, focusing on workmanship quality, health and safety, and experience, with 40% price, assessing costs for manufacture, installation, and maintenance. This process provides an excellent avenue for firms with expertise in high-quality signage looking to expand their footprint in public sector contracts.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

West Northamptonshire Town Wayfinder Signage

Notice Description

The Council is wishing to procure the fabrication, delivery and installation of Wayfinder signage throughout the town centre area. The signage will be made up of 21 large and smaller totems, 39 fingerposts with 272 slats, an additional 25 slats fitted on existing posts, and 11 wall mounted directional slats. The contract will also include for the supply of replacement parts, including repairs and fitting, for up to the next 5 years.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-067b65
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030685-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
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
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

CPV Codes

34992000 - Signs and illuminated signs

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£700,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£700,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Apr 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
15 May 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
29 Jun 2026 - 29 Jun 2031 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NORTHAMPTON
Postcode
NN1 1ED
Post Town
Northampton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF24 West Northamptonshire
Delivery Location
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Local Authority
West Northamptonshire
Electoral Ward
Castle
Westminster Constituency
Northampton North

Further Information

Notice Documents

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