--- title: "Vehicle-Activated Sign (VAS) & Driver Feedback Sign (DFS) Maintenance" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05141a" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-05141a" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05141a.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05141a.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "CARMARTHENSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL" published: "2025-09-11" --- # Vehicle-Activated Sign (VAS) & Driver Feedback Sign (DFS) Maintenance Buyer: CARMARTHENSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05141a [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-05141a) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05141a.json) ## Summary The procurement process for the "Vehicle-Activated Sign (VAS) & Driver Feedback Sign (DFS) Maintenance" contract was initiated by Carmarthenshire County Council, a sub-central government authority within the UK, following Welsh devolved regulations. The Council sought maintenance services for their highway network in Carmarthen, South Wales (UKL14), under an open procurement method. The tender was advanced to the award stage, with the contract signed on 18th August 2025, becoming active from 12th September 2025 to 31st August 2027, and can potentially be extended to 2029. The process was conducted via an open procedure and was valued at a gross amount of £141,098, with a focus on services related to road signs and transport support systems. This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in road maintenance, repair services, electronics related to signage, and transport support, particularly SMEs. Companies with expertise in maintaining electrical systems and software for infrastructure projects stand to gain, as they can offer reliable and efficient service solutions. With a total of three initial bids and active competition from two finalists, the tendering process allows SMEs to demonstrate their capabilities in a market that favours quality and price, as reflected in the award criteria. Growth opportunities include securing long-term maintenance contracts with public authorities, contributing to enhanced road safety through innovative signage solutions. ## Notice Carmarthenshire County Council operates a number of Vehicle Activated Signs (VAS) and Driver Feedback Signs (DFS) across its highway network. These signs provide accurate and timely information to road users. To ensure the reliable and efficient operation of these signs, including their components, software and electrical systems, the Council has appointed a Maintenance Contractor to maintain the signs and repair any faults. ### Lot Information Lot 1 Renewal: Up to 2 years in annual 12-month increments. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055675-2025 | | Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | SME | | All stages | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 11 Sep 2025 | | Submission deadline | 19 Jun 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 3 Aug 2025 | | Contract period | 11 Sep 2025 - 31 Aug 2027 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £246,666 | | Lots value | £246,666 | | Awards value | £117,581 | | Contracts value | £117,581 | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Complete | | Awards status | Active | | Contracts status | Active | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | CARMARTHENSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL | | Locality | CARMARTHEN | | Post town | Swansea | | Postcode | SA31 1JP | | Country | Wales | | ITL 1 | TLL Wales | | ITL 2 | TLL4 Mid and South West Wales | | ITL 3 | TLL42 South West Wales | | Local authority | Carmarthenshire | | Electoral ward | Carmarthen Town North and South | | Westminster constituency | Caerfyrddin | | Delivery location | TLL14 South West Wales | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | CENTREGREAT | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation - 50 - Repair and maintenance services - 63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services ### Codes - 34924000 - Variable message signs - 34990000 - Control, safety, signalling and light equipment - 34992000 - Signs and illuminated signs - 34996000 - Control, safety or signalling equipment for roads - 50230000 - Repair, maintenance and associated services related to roads and other equipment - 63710000 - Support services for land transport ## Release History - 11 Sep 2025 at 09:06 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055675-2025 - 5 Aug 2025 at 11:20 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046090-2025 - 15 May 2025 at 10:28 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021634-2025 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055675-2025 11th September 2025 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046090-2025 5th August 2025 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021634-2025 15th May 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - https://etenderwales.bravosolution.co.uk - https://www.carmarthenshire.gov.wales - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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