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title: "Supply, Install, Maintain and Repair of Vehicle Activated Signs"
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# Supply, Install, Maintain and Repair of Vehicle Activated Signs

Buyer: EAST AYRSHIRE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05280d

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## Summary

East Ayrshire Council, acting as the buying organisation, has awarded a contract for the supply, installation, maintenance, and repair of electronic vehicle activated signs within the regions of East Ayrshire and South Ayrshire. The procurement falls under the goods category with a focus on illuminated traffic signs, classified under CPV code 34992100. The procurement was carried out using the open procedure method. This contract was signed on the 9th of September, 2025, with Swarco UK & Ireland Ltd as the chosen supplier. The procurement process itself was marked complete with an active contract status as of the award date. The tender involved a submission process facilitated electronically, emphasising quality (40%) and price (60%). The project also included a planned maintenance schedule and required access to the supplier's asset management system.

This procurement opportunity presents substantial business growth potential for companies specialising in traffic control solutions, electrical installations, and public infrastructure projects. Given the necessity for a comprehensive service that encompasses supply, installation, and ongoing maintenance, businesses with robust service delivery capabilities and experience in managing public sector projects would be well-positioned to compete. The contract spans a comprehensive schedule of maintenance tasks, providing consistent demand for services and the potential for extended collaboration through contract renewal options. Additionally, the project's requirement for modernisation and efficient management of traffic systems allows businesses to leverage technological advancements, thus enhancing their market position and expertise. This setting creates a fruitful environment for firms that can deliver both reliable services and innovative solutions in traffic management and maintenance.

## Notice

Supply, Installation, Repairs & Maintenance of Electronic Vehicle Activated Signs in East Ayrshire and South Ayrshire

### Lot Information

Lot 1

East Ayrshire Council is currently inviting tenders from a suitably qualified company to work in close co-operation with the Council and adopt a positive and flexible approach in delivering the supply, installation, repair and maintenance of a variety of electronic vehicle activated signs. The Ayrshire Roads Alliance are responsible for this service within the East and South Ayrshire Council areas. Ayrshire Roads Alliance (ARA) is a shared integrated roads and transportation service established in 2014 and provides the combined roads service for East and South Ayrshire Councils. The Service is delivered with the overall objective of improving the road and transportation service in both Council areas and is led by East Ayrshire Council. Supply and installation of the signs will be on an as required basis, with a planned maintenance schedule for 280 signs within the East Ayrshire area and 117 signs within the South Ayrshire area; a re-programming schedule for some signs will be required, approximately 164. No guarantees can be given as to the actual quantity of signs that will require to be purchased over the period of the contract. A call-out repairs service will also be required, together with the Councils direct access to the successful Service Providers database asset management system for record purposes for managing and monitoring, relating to locations, repairs, faults, drawings etc. The successful supplier must be able to maintain and repair the Councils current inventory of Electronic Vehicle Activated Signs. An inventory of all signs is included within the Pricing Schedule.

Renewal: 2 x 1 year extensions

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055745-2025 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 Sep 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Jun 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 8 Sep 2025 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | In 3, 4 or 5 years, subject to contract extensions invoked. |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £850,000 |
| Lots value | £850,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £850,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | EAST AYRSHIRE COUNCIL |
| Locality | KILMARNOCK |
| Post town | Kilmarnock |
| Postcode | KA3 7BU |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM9 Southern Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM93 North Ayrshire and East Ayrshire |
| Local authority | East Ayrshire |
| Electoral ward | Kilmarnock East and Hurlford |
| Westminster constituency | Kilmarnock and Loudoun |
| Delivery location | TLM93 North Ayrshire and East Ayrshire, TLM94 South Ayrshire |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation
- 45 - Construction work
- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 34923000 - Road traffic-control equipment
- 34924000 - Variable message signs
- 34992100 - Illuminated traffic signs
- 45316211 - Installation of illuminated road signs
- 50230000 - Repair, maintenance and associated services related to roads and other equipment

## Release History

- 11 Sep 2025 at 10:33 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055745-2025
- 16 Jun 2025 at 15:25 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032730-2025
- 28 May 2025 at 13:43 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028148-2025

## Notice URLs

- http://www.east-ayrshire.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000799945
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00223
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/

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