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Summary of the contracting process

Derbyshire County Council is seeking bids for a contract involving the supply and delivery of traffic signs and sign posts to support construction, highways, and maintenance works throughout Derbyshire. The procurement, titled "Supply of Traffic Signs and Sign Posts," falls under the industry category of transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation. This is an open procedure with a total contract value estimated at £480,000. The submission deadline for this tender is set for 16th July 2026 at 11:00 AM. The contract is divided into two lots, each valued at £240,000, and it is structured to promote competition, particularly among SMEs. The contract is expected to commence on 3rd August 2026, with an initial term of one year and potential extensions up to 36 months at the Council's discretion.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses in the transport equipment sector, particularly those specializing in highway infrastructure products. Companies offering high-quality road traffic signs and posts that adhere to technical, environmental, and safety standards will be well-suited to bid for this contract. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate due to the suitability criteria favoring these businesses. With a renewal option built into the contract, successful suppliers could secure long-term engagement and stable business growth through continuous collaboration with Derbyshire County Council.

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Notice Title

Supply of Traffic Signs and Sign Posts

Notice Description

Derbyshire County Council (The Council) is seeking to establish a Contract for the supply and delivery of highway signs and posts to support the delivery of construction, highways, and maintenance works across Derbyshire. The Contract aims to ensure a consistent supply of high-quality signs and posts that meets technical, environmental, and safety standards while delivering best value for money.

Lot Information

Lot 1 - Signs

Supply of road traffic Signs

Renewal: The contract will commence on Monday 3rd August 2026 and run until 2nd August 2027 with the option to extend for up to a further 36 months, 3 period of 12 months, at the sole discretion of the Council.

Lot 2 - Posts

Supply of Traffic Road posts

Renewal: The contract will commence on Monday 3rd August 2026 and run until 2nd August 2027 with the option to extend for up to a further 36 months, 3 period of 12 months, at the sole discretion of the Council.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06ac1b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/064534-2026
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

34000000 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

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
9 Jul 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
16 Jul 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
2 Aug 2026 - 2 Aug 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
2030-03-01

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DERBYSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
MATLOCK
Postcode
DE4 3AG
Post Town
Derby
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF13 South and West Derbyshire
Delivery Location
TLF East Midlands (England)

Local Authority
Derbyshire Dales
Electoral Ward
Matlock West
Westminster Constituency
Derbyshire Dales

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