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title: "Variable Message Signs"
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# Variable Message Signs

Buyer: THANET DISTRICT COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a9a4f7fd-50aa-4e74-aab0-a9c40fd5d709

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## Summary

Thanet District Council is conducting a tender for the procurement of four variable message signs, aimed at enhancing communication in hotspot areas across the district. The contract is scheduled to commence on 1st November 2021, with delivery expected by midday on 30th November 2021. This procurement process follows an open procedure, with the quotation submission deadline set for 14:00 on 26th October 2021. The total contract value is £30,000, which includes provisions for maintenance and communication links for the signage.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in electronic signage and communication technologies. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to apply, as the procurement is designed to foster competitive growth within this sector. Companies that can deliver high-quality variable message signs, offer maintenance services, and comply with the council's specifications will find this contract an ideal avenue for expanding their market reach and securing long-term client relationships.

## Notice

Thanet District Council is seeking to procure the purchase of 4 variable message sign boards to be utilised in hotspot areas around the district. The council also requests to be included in the purchase of additional maintenance and the communications link to the boards. The Contract is anticipated to commence 1st November 2021 with delivery achieved before Midday 30th November 2021 and continuing for a duration of 5 years. Important Information: All procurement documents are attached to this notice and available for suppliers to download and complete according to instructions contained. The procurement process will be undertaken on the basis of formal quotations. Evaluation will be on the basis of criteria and methodology as set out in the Invitation to Quote document. Any clarifications or questions must be submitted via the Message area of the Kent Business Portal by no later than 14.00hrs on 19th October 2021 Completed quotation/tender documents must be submitted electronically via the Kent Business Portal by no later than 14.00hrs on 26th October 2021

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e2c1efa8-747e-4877-a88a-a417d927fe2e |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Oct 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 26 Oct 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Nov 2021 - 29 Nov 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £30,000 |
| 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 | THANET DISTRICT COUNCIL |
| Locality | MARGATE |
| Post town | Canterbury |
| Postcode | CT9 1XZ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent |
| ITL 3 | TLJ44 East Kent |
| Local authority | Thanet |
| Electoral ward | Cliftonville West |
| Westminster constituency | East Thanet |
| 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

### Codes

- 34924000 - Variable message signs

## Release History

- 5 Oct 2021 at 14:24 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e2c1efa8-747e-4877-a88a-a417d927fe2e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e2c1efa8-747e-4877-a88a-a417d927fe2e
  5th October 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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