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title: "ORT0115 - Signs and Signals (AMI and VMS) Modernisation & Refresh v1"
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# ORT0115 - Signs and Signals (AMI and VMS) Modernisation & Refresh v1

Buyer: NATIONAL HIGHWAYS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d3d5452e-caeb-4f43-82fa-9d8778fcd62b

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## Summary

National Highways, located in Guildford, England, has awarded a contract for the project titled "ORT0115 - Signs and Signals (AMI and VMS) Modernisation & Refresh v1". This procurement focuses on the provision and modernisation of signage, specifically including Variable Messaging Signs (VMS) and signals, vital for the management and monitoring of the Strategic Road Network (SRN). The contract, valued at approximately £11.9 million, is classified under the CPV category for signage and involves wide geographical coverage, including delivery to various locations such as the British Oversea Territories and the United Kingdom. The procurement process, completed in March 2025, was managed through a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement, indicating a streamlined approach to engaging pre-approved suppliers.

This tender opens up several opportunities for businesses, particularly those with expertise in electronic and infrastructure-related goods due to its focus on signs and signal systems. Larger enterprises like SWARCO UK & Ireland Ltd, the awarded supplier, are well-positioned to benefit from such contracts given the scope and scale of work required. The structured procurement method also suggests that firms already part of relevant frameworks have an advantage in competing for similar tenders, potentially fostering long-term growth for businesses in the technology and infrastructure sectors. As the contract covers both installation and ongoing services such as repair and training, businesses offering comprehensive, end-to-end services in this industry stand to gain significantly. However, this particular contract was not deemed suitable for SMEs or VCSEs, likely due to its large scale and complexity.

## Notice

Provision of signs and signals supply, installation, warranty, storage, repair and training. "Please note that this contract award notice is being published later than intended due to an administrative oversight."

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b0f1612e-3343-471d-a22c-3905792f7217 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Aug 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 17 Feb 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 Nov 2023 |
| Contract period | 19 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £11,905,031 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £23,805,031 |
| 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 | NATIONAL HIGHWAYS |
| 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 | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34928470 - Signage

## Release History

- 21 Aug 2025 at 14:56 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b0f1612e-3343-471d-a22c-3905792f7217
- 17 Jul 2024 at 10:02 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7e439d19-dd0e-44a5-9459-286cf8f854da
- 11 Dec 2023 at 14:15 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7e439d19-dd0e-44a5-9459-286cf8f854da

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b0f1612e-3343-471d-a22c-3905792f7217
  21st August 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7e439d19-dd0e-44a5-9459-286cf8f854da
  17th July 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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