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title: "Installation of an Active Design Solution"
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# Installation of an Active Design Solution

Buyer: SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-3efa684f-13d1-4efa-9ec1-df2e77644d77

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## Summary

Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council is inviting tenders for the project titled "Installation of an Active Design Solution," aiming to enhance physical activity levels among staff and visitors in SMBC buildings through innovative design features. This open procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with quotations due by 19 October 2018 at 13:00 hours. The project falls under the services category, specifically focusing on the installation of permanent message signs and related technology, with a contract period starting on 19 November 2018 and concluding on 31 March 2019. The delivery location is within the West Midlands, United Kingdom, with the relevant postcode being B69 3DE.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses that specialise in design solutions, signage, and technology integration. Companies that provide engaging and interactive solutions, particularly those meeting the needs of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), are well-suited to compete. The tender encourages innovative approaches that promote physical activity, making it ideal for firms focused on health and wellness technologies or architectural design focused on community engagement.

## Notice

Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council (SMBC) are seeking expressions of interest for a provider of a comprehensive, high quality and cost effective active design solution which incorporates points of decision prompts. The active design solution will be installed in SMBC buildings and will increase physical activity levels of SMBC staff and visitors to the buildings, by encouraging the use of the stairs. The points of decision prompts will include technology such as QR codes linking to Apps, so that individuals can track steps, calorie burn and set goals. The Quotation Document(s) will be made available to suppliers who Express Interest on the Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council Tendering Portal. To access the portal please click the following link https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc You will be required to log into an existing account or register a new one. Once logged in, from the top menu bar click on 'Tenders' to list all the current opportunities. Once you have found the relevant opportunity you should click on 'View Details' in order to Express Interest. Closing date for submission of quotations is 19 October 2018, 13:00 hours. Additional information: The Quotation Document(s) will be made available to suppliers who Express Interest on the Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council Tendering Portal. To access the portal please click the following link https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc You will be required to log into an existing account or register a new one. Once logged in, from the top menu bar click on "Tenders" to list all the current opportunities. Once you have found the relevant opportunity you should click on "View Details" in order to Express Interest. Closing date for submission of quotations is 19 October 2018, 13:00 hours. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/764073d5-8a6b-4541-a0e5-41f4bcab7961 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Oct 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Oct 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 19 Nov 2018 - 31 Mar 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| 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 | SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | WEST MIDLANDS |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B69 3DE |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG37 Sandwell |
| Local authority | Sandwell |
| Electoral ward | Oldbury |
| Westminster constituency | West Bromwich |
| Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting
- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation
- 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

### Codes

- 31523200 - Permanent message signs
- 34924000 - Variable message signs
- 34992000 - Signs and illuminated signs
- 44423400 - Signs and related items

## Release History

- 5 Oct 2018 at 14:44 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/764073d5-8a6b-4541-a0e5-41f4bcab7961

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/764073d5-8a6b-4541-a0e5-41f4bcab7961
  5th October 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc/aspx/
  Additional information on how to apply for this contract

## Notice URLs

- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc

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