---
title: "Framework for Supply, Fitting & Maintenance of Vehicle Activated Signs"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-059611"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-059611.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL"
published: "2026-06-11"
---

# Framework for Supply, Fitting & Maintenance of Vehicle Activated Signs

Buyer: DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-059611

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## Summary

Durham County Council facilitated a procurement process for the "Framework for Supply, Fitting and Maintenance of Vehicle Activated Signs," focusing on the goods category, specifically variable message signs. The framework was designed to supply, fit, and commission vehicle activated signs to prewired poles, with an emphasis on solar and mains-powered options. The tender process was managed under an open competition below the threshold and concluded with a framework agreement without reopening competition. The procurement, initially tendered on 8th September 2025, was completed with the contracts awarded by 30th January 2026, and the framework commenced on 1st February 2026, running until 31st January 2028, with a potential extension to 2030. The total contract value amounts to £108,000, with individual frameworks valued at £36,000.

This tender provides substantial business growth opportunities for suppliers in the electronics and signage installation sectors, particularly those with expertise in traffic management systems and renewable energy solutions. The awarded framework included Roadside Technologies Ltd, Westcotec Limited, and SWARCO UK & Ireland Ltd, showcasing opportunities for both small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and larger companies. The emphasis on technical efficiency and competitive pricing creates a conducive environment for innovation and cost-efficient solutions, favouring businesses adept at delivering under similar frameworks and within the public sector's regulatory contexts.

## Notice

The successful supplier(s) will supply, fit & commission Vehicle Activated Signs to prewired poles (supplied by Durham County Council)

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055079-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large, SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 24 Sep 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Jan 2026 |
| Contract period | 1 Feb 2026 - 31 Jan 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £90,000 |
| Lots value | £90,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £30,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | DURHAM |
| Post town | Durham |
| Postcode | DH1 5WB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC41 Durham |
| Local authority | County Durham |
| Electoral ward | Framwellgate and Newton Hall |
| Westminster constituency | City of Durham |
| Delivery location | TLC1 Tees Valley and Durham |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 3 |
| Supplier names | ROADSIDE TECHNOLOGIES; SWARCO UK & IRELAND; WESTCOTEC |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34924000 - Variable message signs

## Release History

- 11 Jun 2026 at 10:20 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055079-2026
- 8 Sep 2025 at 14:57 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054760-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055079-2026
  11th June 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054760-2025
  8th September 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://westcotec.co.uk
- http://www.durham.gov.uk/
- http://www.roadside-technologies.co.uk
- http://www.swarco.com
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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