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title: "Replacement of existing 30mph Vehicle Activated Signs (VAS) with 20mph VAS"
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# Replacement of existing 30mph Vehicle Activated Signs (VAS) with 20mph VAS

Buyer: OXFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4ec646c0-5300-4dc7-a98a-cc61503ce140

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## Summary

Oxfordshire County Council has awarded a contract for the replacement of existing 30mph Vehicle Activated Signs (VAS) with 20mph VAS as part of its extensive '20mph signs and lines' programme across the county. The project, under the category of illuminated traffic signs and electrical installation work, commenced in 2022/23 and will continue until 2024/25, covering 80% of the county's parishes. The project was advertised through an open tender procedure and the awarding stage was completed on 24 April 2024. The contract, valued at GBP 456,420, will be carried out by Westcotec Ltd, with the work scheduled to start on 8 October 2024 and conclude by 30 June 2025. The main location for the delivery is England, and this procurement is suitable for SMEs and VCSEs.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in traffic sign installation, electrical works, and general infrastructure projects. Successful participation in such projects can enhance business credibility, establish long-term partnerships with public sector bodies, and secure a consistent revenue stream. Companies with experience in road safety improvements, SME contractors, and firms with robust capabilities in electrical installations are particularly well-suited to benefit from this tender, fostering growth and expanding their service offerings in the public sector infrastructure domain.

## Notice

Background. Oxfordshire County Council (OCC) is currently undertaking an ambitious 20mph 'signs and lines' programme across the county. The programme commenced in 2022/23 and is expected to last until 2024/25. The programme expects to implement 20mph limits in 80% of parishes throughout the county. As part of this programme a number of towns and parishes require the replacement of their existing 30mph vehicle activated signs (VAS's), with 20mph VAS's in areas where the new limits have been introduced. Key Contract Features. The form of contract is the JCT Minor Works Building Contract with Contractor design. Advertised and awarding through an Open Tender and for a target period of eight months or as long as is required for completion of specified works.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e20f77fe-aa27-4a6e-9bd2-a195f4d505c6 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Dec 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 3 Nov 2023 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 23 Apr 2024 |
| Contract period | 7 Oct 2024 - 30 Jun 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £456,420 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £456,420 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | OXFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | OXFORD |
| Post town | Oxford |
| Postcode | OX1 1ND |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC |
| Local authority | Oxford |
| Electoral ward | Osney & St Thomas |
| Westminster constituency | Oxford West and Abingdon |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | WESTCOTEC |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation
- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 34992100 - Illuminated traffic signs
- 45233290 - Installation of road signs
- 45310000 - Electrical installation work

## Release History

- 20 Dec 2024 at 12:22 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e20f77fe-aa27-4a6e-9bd2-a195f4d505c6

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e20f77fe-aa27-4a6e-9bd2-a195f4d505c6
  20th December 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=0ea3ca68-bc62-ee11-8124-005056b64545
  Advert

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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