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title: "Q036 - Supply and Installation of Vehicle Activated Signs (VAS)"
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# Q036 - Supply and Installation of Vehicle Activated Signs (VAS)

Buyer: BOLTON COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-057dedbf-7bbc-4c1b-a2bc-e38baa746b90

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## Summary

The Borough Council of Bolton is initiating a tender process titled "Q036 - Supply and Installation of Vehicle Activated Signs (VAS)" aimed at enhancing road safety through the supply and installation of variable message signs. This procurement falls under the goods category and is an open procedure with a tender period ending on 17th October 2018. The total contract value is £220,000, and the successful supplier is expected to deliver their services within the North West region of the United Kingdom, with the contract period spanning from 20th November 2018 to 19th November 2020.

This tender offers substantial growth opportunities for businesses in the manufacturing and installation sectors, particularly those specialising in safety equipment and signage. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate, as the buying organisation is looking for a provider who can effectively implement safety measures across the borough. Competing firms should have the capability to supply and install vehicle activated signs that meet the specified road safety requirements.

## Notice

The Borough Council of Bolton ("the Authority") is prepared to receive tenders for Supply and Installation of Vehicle Activated Signs (VAS) which will be subject to the information, specification and tender package enclosed. This contract consists of both supply of Products and providing a Service. This tender relates to the provision of VAS for the purposes of reducing vehicle speeds and improving road safety. The Authority is responsible for the implementation of road safety improvements across the borough and the signs are required to support this role. The Authority's requirement is for the successful Tenderer (the "Provider") to supply Vehicle Activated Signs and fit to existing poles.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cd68ab0f-4923-4e26-8dc8-8fb6ef0739bd |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Sep 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 17 Oct 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 20 Nov 2018 - 19 Nov 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £220,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | BOLTON COUNCIL |
| Locality | BOLTON |
| Post town | Bolton |
| Postcode | BL1 1RU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD36 Greater Manchester North West |
| Local authority | Bolton |
| Electoral ward | Queens Park & Central |
| Westminster constituency | Bolton North East |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34924000 - Variable message signs
- 34992000 - Signs and illuminated signs

## Release History

- 17 Sep 2018 at 12:17 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cd68ab0f-4923-4e26-8dc8-8fb6ef0739bd

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cd68ab0f-4923-4e26-8dc8-8fb6ef0739bd
  17th September 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.bolton.gov.uk/

## Provenance

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