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title: "Variable message signs"
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buyer: "BARNSLEY METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL"
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# Variable message signs

Buyer: BARNSLEY METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-6c7e0b1a-8bad-4017-a5ac-7addf0c5f0b0

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## Summary

Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council has completed the procurement process for the provision of variable message signs, specifically for town centre car parks. The contract, classified under the industry category of "Variable message signs," is set to serve the Yorkshire and the Humber region in the United Kingdom. This tender reached the award stage as of 10th July 2025, with the contracting period to commence on 11th July 2025 and conclude on 22nd June 2030. The procurement method falls under the category 'Other,' with a focus on goods. The awarded contract was valued at £155,956, highlighting a substantial investment in enhancing regional infrastructure.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses involved in the supply and maintenance of digital and variable signages, particularly those located in or supporting operations within Yorkshire and the Humber. Ideal candidates for participation would include small and medium-sized enterprises capable of delivering and servicing such technology. Furthermore, this contract underscores the potential for collaboration with large-scale suppliers, such as the awarded contractor, Swarco UK & Ireland, providing a competitive edge for businesses aiming to penetrate or expand their footprint in public infrastructure projects.

## Notice

Supply, fit & maintenance of variable message signs for town centre car parks

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e09a8d7a-6191-4d09-aaf4-2157cd4f7310 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 Jul 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 10 Jul 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 9 Jul 2025 |
| Contract period | 9 Jul 2025 - 22 Jun 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £155,956 |
| 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 | BARNSLEY METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | BARNSLEY, SOUTH YORKSHIRE |
| Post town | Sheffield |
| Postcode | S70 2TA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE3 South Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE33 Barnsley |
| Local authority | Barnsley |
| Electoral ward | Central |
| Westminster constituency | Barnsley North |
| Delivery location | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SWARCO UK & IRELAND |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34924000 - Variable message signs

## Release History

- 10 Jul 2025 at 14:24 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e09a8d7a-6191-4d09-aaf4-2157cd4f7310

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e09a8d7a-6191-4d09-aaf4-2157cd4f7310
  10th July 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://www.barnsley.gov.uk

## Provenance

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