Planning

Signs & Wayfinding Solutions

NEUPC LTD

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Planning

26 May 2026 at 08:12

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for "Signs & Wayfinding Solutions" is being planned by NEUPC LTD, a public authority operating under sub-central government classification. This procurement falls under the goods category, specifically focusing on permanent message signs and illuminated signs, and will serve the UK region. The process is currently in the planning stage with a focus on an open procurement method, utilising a competitive flexible procedure. The contract period is expected to start on 1st March 2028 and conclude on 29th February 2032, with a future notice date set for 5th March 2027. The procurement's total estimated value is £6,000,000 gross, aiming to establish a framework agreement.

This tender presents significant business opportunities, particularly for companies specialising in signage and wayfinding solutions. Businesses that can provide goods within the outlined CPV classifications—permanent message signs and illuminated signs—are ideal contenders. Suppliers offering innovative and cost-effective solutions suitable for large scale, long-term projects will find potential for growth and partnership. As it involves a framework agreement, successful suppliers might benefit from continuous work and added credibility in the public procurement sector. The open procurement approach provides an even playing field, encouraging competitive bids and facilitating market entry for both established and emerging enterprises.

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Notice Title

Signs & Wayfinding Solutions

Notice Description

Provision of Signs & Wayfinding Solutions for NEUPC and members.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06a29d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048406-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation


CPV Codes

31523200 - Permanent message signs

34992000 - Signs and illuminated signs

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£5,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
5 Mar 202710 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Mar 2028 - 29 Feb 2032 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NEUPC LTD
Additional Buyers

APUC LTD

CRESCENT PURCHASING CONSORTIUM

LUPC LTD

NWUPC LTD

SUPC LTD

Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
LEEDS
Postcode
LS1 5QX
Post Town
Leeds
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD34 Greater Manchester South West
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Salford
Electoral Ward
Pendleton & Charlestown
Westminster Constituency
Salford

Further Information

Notice Documents

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