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title: "Manufacture, Supply and Installation of Timber Signage for Scotland's National Nature Reserves"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05d5a6"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "SCOTTISH NATURAL HERITAGE"
published: "2026-02-23"
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# Manufacture, Supply and Installation of Timber Signage for Scotland's National Nature Reserves

Buyer: SCOTTISH NATURAL HERITAGE  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05d5a6

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## Summary

Scottish Natural Heritage has announced an open tender for the manufacture, supply, and installation of timber signage across Scotland's National Nature Reserves. This single-supplier framework agreement aims to cover various locations including remote and island reserves over a four-year period. The procurement process is actively in the tender stage, with NatureScot providing an extension for submissions, now due by 12 March 2026 at 12:00. The project, categorised in the goods industry under signs and related items, includes key components such as CAD-routed Douglas Fir signage and the supply of graphic panels. The contract involves an estimated budget of £360,000 and allows electronic submissions through specified portals.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in signage manufacturing, graphic design, and installation services. Enterprises equipped to handle work in diverse and challenging environments across Scotland, including remote and island locations, will find this contract appealing due to the varied scope and the sustainable sourcing requirements. Companies proficient in producing high-quality timber products and delivering bespoke design solutions, particularly those capable of managing subcontractors effectively, will benefit from competing for this framework. The contract's focus on sustainability, with requirements such as FSC/PEFC certification, provides further avenues for innovation and sector growth.

## Notice

NatureScot intends to establish a single-supplier framework for the manufacture, supply and installation of high-quality timber signage for Scotland's National Nature Reserves. The requirement includes the production of CAD-routed Douglas Fir timber signs, supply of CHPL graphic panels, associated hardware and fixings, and delivery and installation at reserve sites across Scotland, including remote and island locations. Services include preparation of bilingual English/Gaelic artwork, manufacture in accordance with the NNR Signs Guide, installation to agreed specifications, removal of old signs where required, and provision of all associated materials, labour and quality assurance. The framework will support a rolling programme of new and replacement signage over a four-year period, with estimated volumes of 50-100 signs per year.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

NatureScot requires a single-supplier framework for the manufacture, supply and delivery of high-quality timber signage, produced in accordance with the NNR Signs Guide and associated CAD master drawings. The requirement includes the production of routed Douglas Fir timber sign structures, supply of CHPL graphic panels using print-ready artwork provided by NatureScot, and provision of all associated fixings and hardware. The supplier will prepare English or bilingual English/Gaelic CAD drawings, manufacture items to approved designs, deliver completed signage to NatureScot National Nature Reserves (NNRs), offices or other designated locations, and install signage where required. The framework will support a rolling programme of new and replacement signage across Scotland's NNR estate, typically involving 50-100 signs per year across 3-5 reserves. Work may include removal of existing signs, reinstatement of ground, provision of photographic evidence, and addressing any warranty issues. All timber must be sourced from certified sustainable sources (e.g. FSC/PEFC), and all products must comply with the technical standards, tolerances, sustainability requirements and Service Level Agreements detailed within the Statement of Requirements

Renewal: The contract will run for an initial period of 36 months, with the option for NatureScot to extend for an additional 12 months at its sole discretion

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016037-2026 |
| Notice type | Planning Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning, Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 5 Mar 2026 |
| Future notice date | 19 Jan 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £360,000 |
| Lots value | £360,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Active |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SCOTTISH NATURAL HERITAGE |
| Locality | INVERNESS |
| Post town | Inverness |
| Postcode | IV3 8NW |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM2 Highlands and Islands |
| ITL 3 | TLM20 Highlands and Islands |
| Local authority | Highland |
| Electoral ward | Inverness West |
| Westminster constituency | Inverness, Skye and West Ross-shire |
| Delivery location | TLM Scotland |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 03 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products
- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation
- 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)
- 45 - Construction work
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 03419000 - Timber
- 34928470 - Signage
- 44423400 - Signs and related items
- 45233293 - Installation of street furniture
- 79822500 - Graphic design services

## Release History

- 23 Feb 2026 at 12:28 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016037-2026
- 3 Feb 2026 at 13:29 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009455-2026
- 28 Oct 2025 at 16:47 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069129-2025

## Notice URLs

- http://www.nature.scot
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000812863
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000821735
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/ESPD/ESPD_Download.aspx?id=821735
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=821735
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00383
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx

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