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title: "Version 3 Signs and Signals (to fulfil imminent requirements for an All Lane Running Smart Motorway Scheme and other Highways England requirements)"
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# Version 3 Signs and Signals (to fulfil imminent requirements for an All Lane Running Smart Motorway Scheme and other Highways England requirements)

Buyer: HIGHWAYS ENGLAND COMPANY LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c5304dd2-20c9-4795-818b-13739ccb848a

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## Summary

The procurement process involves Highways England Company Limited, which is seeking suppliers for "Version 3 Signs and Signals" required for an All Lane Running Smart Motorway Scheme. The procurement falls under the goods category, specifically focusing on variable message signs, with a total contract value of £13,298,000. The tender was completed on 23 April 2021, with a contract period commencing on 18 May 2021 and concluding on 19 May 2023. This procurement was conducted through an open procedure method and falls within England.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those in the signage, display technology, and highway infrastructure sectors. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to compete, especially those with innovative solutions for variable message signs that can meet the requirements of Highways England. As the contracting authority, Highways England aims to enhance roadway communication systems, creating a fertile ground for businesses to engage and grow within the public procurement landscape.

## Notice

Delivery of variable message signs for various Highways England Projects Additional information: Name of Framework is the NEC3.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d8adb2cf-d1f4-48d6-a256-f79ee5608fbe |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 May 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Apr 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 17 May 2021 |
| Contract period | 17 May 2021 - 19 May 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £13,298,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £13,298,000 |
| 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 | HIGHWAYS ENGLAND COMPANY LIMITED |
| Locality | GUILDFORD |
| Post town | Guildford |
| Postcode | GU1 4LZ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex |
| ITL 3 | TLJ25 West Surrey |
| Local authority | Guildford |
| Electoral ward | Stoke |
| Westminster constituency | Guildford |
| 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 | COLAS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34924000 - Variable message signs

## Release History

- 20 May 2021 at 11:52 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d8adb2cf-d1f4-48d6-a256-f79ee5608fbe

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d8adb2cf-d1f4-48d6-a256-f79ee5608fbe
  20th May 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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