Tender

Provision of Traffic Signs

ST HELENS COUNCIL

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Tender

28 Apr 2026 at 08:39

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process initiated by St Helens Council concerns the Provision of Traffic Signs, focusing on works-related procurement for signage and associated installations and maintenance across St Helens Borough Council-owned sites and adopted highways. This tender, categorised under the construction industry for highways and roads, is in the active tender stage, with submissions required via The Chest e-tendering portal. Noteworthy deadlines include the end of the enquiry period on 8th May 2026 and the submission deadline on 15th May 2026. The contract is expected to commence on 29th June 2026 and conclude by 28th June 2029, with a renewal option available until June 2030.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in signage and construction work, particularly those capable of delivering quality and competitive pricing, as these are key award criteria. It is well-suited for SMEs looking to expand their operations within the North West region of England, given the open competition below the threshold procurement method. With an estimated contract value of £400,000, the tender provides a robust platform for growth and long-term engagements within local authority networks, engaging firms in installation, maintenance, and bespoke signage projects.

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Notice Title

Provision of Traffic Signs

Notice Description

A summary of the proposed works to be undertaken as part of this contract (but not limited to): * Supply and installation of signage, street nameplates, non-illuminated bollards. * Maintenance, cleaning and replacement of signage, street nameplates, non-illuminated bollards. * Maintenance, cleaning, supply and installation, and replacement of noticeboards, safety signage, labels, banners, mesh banners, directional signage, correx signage, frosted vinyl and films and bespoke signage for specific projects. This contract is to be provided in the following areas: * Local Authority Network: Adopted highways responsibility of St Helens. * St Helens Borough Council owned sites and assets (e.g. parks, cemeteries, car parks, buildings, vehicles).

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Option to utilise a 12 month extension

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-068c33
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038315-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
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

45233100 - Construction work for highways, roads

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£400,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£400,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Apr 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
15 May 20262 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
28 Jun 2026 - 28 Jun 2029 3-4 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
ST HELENS COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
ST HELENS
Postcode
WA10 1HP
Post Town
Warrington
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD71 East Merseyside
Delivery Location
TLD7 Merseyside

Local Authority
St. Helens
Electoral Ward
St Helens Town Centre
Westminster Constituency
St Helens South and Whiston

Further Information

Notice Documents

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