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Planning

06 Jul 2026 at 17:34

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by ORBIT GROUP LIMITED involves an upcoming tender titled "Signage," aimed at procuring signage services across their properties in regions such as the Midlands, East, and South. This task, part of the planning stage as of 6th July 2026, falls under the industry category of road equipment (CPV code 34920000). The procurement method for this contract is through an open procedure, highlighting its transparency and inclusivity. Key dates include a future notice expected on 1st September 2026, with the contract period planned from 1st November 2026 to 31st October 2029, with possibilities for extension up to 31st October 2031.

This tender provides substantial opportunities for business growth, particularly for companies specialising in road equipment and signage. Given its open procedure, SMEs and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are well-suited to compete, fostering a competitive and diverse market. Companies operating within the specified UK regions and having the capacity to manage installations or removals of signage will find this project aligned with their portfolios. The contract’s substantial timeline and potential for renewal also present long-term business benefits, allowing successful bidders to build enduring relationships with a prominent contracting authority like ORBIT GROUP LIMITED.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Signage

Notice Description

Orbit will be looking to procure signage across their properties (Midlands, East, South) including installation of new signage or removal of old.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c4ae
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/063388-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation


CPV Codes

34920000 - Road equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Sep 20262 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Nov 2026 - 31 Oct 2029 3-4 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
ORBIT GROUP LIMITED
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
COVENTRY
Postcode
CV3 2SU
Post Town
Coventry
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG33 Coventry
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Coventry
Electoral Ward
Wyken
Westminster Constituency
Coventry East

Further Information

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