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009361 - Traffic Signals - Installation Support

NEWCASTLE CITY COUNCIL

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30 Apr 2026 at 10:58

Summary of the contracting process

Newcastle City Council has initiated a public procurement process under the tender titled "009361 - Traffic Signals - Installation Support." The Council, serving as the buyer, seeks to secure specialist traffic signal engineering services, specifically within the Tyne and Wear region and potentially extending to adjacent areas such as Northumberland and Durham. This tender, classified under transport systems consultancy and highways engineering services, aims to provide expertise in second-fix installation, testing, and commissioning based on the Yunex Plus+ system. The procurement is in the tender stage, with bids required by 28th May 2026, 14:00 BST. The overall estimated contract value is £1,000,000, and the process will be conducted using an open procedure, exclusively accepting submissions in English.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in traffic signal engineering and installation to expand their operations in the North East of England. Companies with experience in installing and maintaining traffic control systems, particularly those knowledgeable in the Yunex Plus+ system, will find this contract aligns with their expertise. Given that quality weighs heavier than price in the award criteria, companies with a strong track record in delivering high-quality engineering services are well-placed to compete. Small and medium-sized enterprises are encouraged to participate, and the contract spans two years with potential extensions, allowing for sustained business growth and development. Additionally, the requirement to support training for trainee engineers presents a unique opportunity to contribute to and benefit from workforce development initiatives.

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Notice Title

009361 - Traffic Signals - Installation Support

Notice Description

Newcastle City Council is the Traffic Signals lead authority for the Tyne and Wear region, consisting of Newcastle upon Tyne, Sunderland, Gateshead, North Tyneside and South Tyneside. Agreements are also in place with Northumberland County Council and Durham County Council. The purpose of this traffic signals call-off contract is to secure specialist works that ensure signal installations are carried out accurately and efficiently, providing reliable and safe passage for all road users at junctions and crossing points. Through this procurement, the Council is seeking qualified and competent Traffic Signal Engineers and installers to undertake specialist second-fix installation, testing, commissioning and associated technical support. Works will primarily be based on the Yunex Plus+ system and delivered as part of the Council's installation programme across the region. In addition to delivering installation works, Engineers and installers will support the training and development of trainee engineers employed by the council and other existing staff.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-068f19
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/039799-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71311200 - Transport systems consultancy services

71311210 - Highways consultancy services

71311220 - Highways engineering services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Apr 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
28 May 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Jun 2026 - 1 Jul 2028 2-3 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
NEWCASTLE CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE
Postcode
NE1 8QH
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC43 Tyneside
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England)

Local Authority
Newcastle upon Tyne
Electoral Ward
Monument
Westminster Constituency
Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West

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