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title: "SC22186 - North Downs Way National Trail - Gateway Signage"
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published: "2022-05-26"
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# SC22186 - North Downs Way National Trail - Gateway Signage

Buyer: KENT COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-8ca6c503-b1f7-4c1c-b4e9-9d1d8e9c9340

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "SC22186 - North Downs Way National Trail - Gateway Signage" is being conducted by Kent County Council, located in Maidstone, England. The project aims to install Gateway signage along the North Downs Way National Trail, enhancing tourism and connectivity between the rail network and recreational opportunities. This open tender, valued at £48,000, was published on 26th May 2022, with a tender deadline set for 24th June 2022. The contract is expected to start on 19th August 2022 and conclude by 11th December 2022.

This tender presents opportunities for businesses in the signage, installation, and environmental services sectors, particularly those with experience in public works and community projects. Companies that specialise in road signage installation, as well as those involved in sustainable travel initiatives, would be well-suited to compete. As the project aims to improve the integration of rail travel with walking and cycling routes, it offers the potential for growth in both tourism-related and local service sectors.

## Notice

Kent Downs AONB and North Downs Way (NDW) National Trail through the Interreg France England Channel (FCE) programme are seeking a signage partner to define 15 stages of the North Downs Way National trail with Gateway signage at the beginning and end of each trail section. The intention is to strengthen the link between the rail network and tourism/ recreational opportunities along the trail and improve connectivity between travel modes and comfort on geographical information along with local walking & cycling routes. A contractor has been appointed to ensure the relevant landowner and planning permissions are obtained for the installation of these panels. Copy & images will be provided by the client. The purpose of these signs is to: * Create clearly defined start/ finish points for each trail section * Provide key route information, maps and points of interest * Create opportunity for "selfie" images to be shared on social channels as visitors complete sections * Create associations between rail travel and the trail, encouraging visitors to use rail as a means of sustainable travel to and from trail sections. * Acknowledge the project funding & investments made along the trail via the EXPERIENCE project

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/725016b9-f1ee-4dab-937a-38a57b117d91 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 May 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 24 Jun 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 18 Aug 2022 - 11 Dec 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £48,000 |
| 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 | KENT COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | MAIDSTONE |
| Post town | Rochester |
| Postcode | ME14 1XQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent |
| ITL 3 | TLJ45 Mid Kent |
| Local authority | Maidstone |
| Electoral ward | Penenden Heath |
| Westminster constituency | Maidstone and Malling |
| 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) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation
- 45 - Construction work
- 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

### Codes

- 34992000 - Signs and illuminated signs
- 45233290 - Installation of road signs
- 90700000 - Environmental services

## Release History

- 26 May 2022 at 10:13 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/725016b9-f1ee-4dab-937a-38a57b117d91

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/725016b9-f1ee-4dab-937a-38a57b117d91
  26th May 2022 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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