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title: "Intelligent Transport Systems including traffic signals, variable message signs and car park signs"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05f32a"
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# Intelligent Transport Systems including traffic signals, variable message signs and car park signs

Buyer: SOUTHEND-ON-SEA CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05f32a

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## Summary

Southend-on-Sea City Council is orchestrating a procurement process to appoint a supplier for the supply, installation, and maintenance of intelligent transport systems. The systems include various traffic-related signs and control equipment, aimed at enhancing urban mobility within Southend-on-Sea, Essex, UK. The procurement, using a competitive flexible procedure under the Procurement Act 2023, began with an invitation for expressions of interest, allowing interested organisations to partake in an Interim Clarification Meeting. Key deadlines include the tender submission by 23rd July 2026 and the contract period projected to start on 1st November 2026, potentially extending up to 2034. The project, valued at an estimated £3,600,000, is presently at the tender stage.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses involved in intelligent transport systems and traffic management solutions. Firms with expertise in the supply and maintenance of traffic signals and variable message signs can find this an excellent opportunity to expand their business in the public infrastructure domain. The open procurement method invites a wide array of suppliers, including those with innovative solutions in equipment integration and maintenance services, to contribute to modernising and managing Southend-on-Sea’s transport infrastructure. Participating in such projects not only facilitates business growth but also strengthens ties with sub-central government entities, potentially leading to future collaborations.

## Notice

Southend-on-Sea City Council is looking to appoint a suitable Supplier to supply, install and maintain intelligent transport systems and associated equipment including traffic signals, Variable Message Signs, RGB Signs, School Warning Signs, Car Park Guidance Signs, Car Park Count controllers and Vehicle Speed Activated Signs. All equipment is within the City of Southend and the Council will provide the Supplier with access to an asset management system where all faults and issues will be logged. The Supplier will be required to interrogate the Council's system on a daily basis to pick up faults, attend to rectify faults and then update the Council's system to confirm that the fault has been rectified. The Council will provide free login access for the Supplier to the Council's remote monitoring system Car Park Guidance and VMS signs and urban traffic control system. The Council currently uses Swarco RMS for remote monitoring of Traffic Signals, Swarco Zephyr for the car park guidance and Yunex UTC for urban traffic control. The Client will replace the Swarco RMS and Swarco Zephyr systems with Swarco My City (anticipated to be after the commencement of this contract). The Supplier will also be required to undertake annual inspections and internal cleaning of equipment. The Supplier will also be required to supply and install new equipment. This will vary throughout the life of the contract due to the level of funding available and/or external grant money becoming available. The required services are set out in full in the Scope (one of the associated tender documents). The mechanisms for ordering work under the Contract are set out in the associated tender documents together with details of the volume and value of work that may be ordered.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Extensions will be at the discretion of the Council. As part of its decision whether to extend the Contract, the Council will consider the level of performance achieved by the contractor throughout the contract period. The Contract will be for an initial period of 4 years (unless terminated earlier in accordance with its terms), with the option to extend by a period or succession of consecutive periods (each to be no less than a year in duration) up to a further 4 years. The total estimated values set out above are inclusive of the maximum extensions of the service period permitted under the Contract (8 years in total).

### Planning Information

Southend-on-Sea City Council ("the Authority") will be undertaking a procurement for Intelligent Transport Systems including traffic signals, variable message signs and car park signs. The new arrangements will commence in 2026 and this market engagement will help to determine the exact start date for the new contract.
The Authority wishes to engage with potential providers to understand the market and help to refine the model prior to the formal start of the procurement process.
The Authority is inviting potential providers to complete a questionnaire and to attend a virtual meeting via Teams to discuss the requirements (it is anticipated that meetings will last no longer than one hour).
Key areas the Authority is keen to explore are:
• Suppliers in the market who can deliver the services for the Authority
• Suppliers' capability and ability to manage existing equipment as well as adding new equipment as required and ensuring all equipment works together
• Mobilisation period required between award of contract and commencement of service
• Any other areas potential suppliers would like to highlight to enable the Authority to achieve maximum value for money
Organisations who would like to attend a market engagement meeting and complete a questionnaire can express their interest by emailing antonbull@southend.gov.uk
Expressions of interest must be received by Monday 5th January 2026 and meetings will take place between now and 9th January 2026. Appreciating the time of year, the Authority is open to extending this time period if necessary.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053864-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Competitive flexible procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning, Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Jul 2026 |
| Future notice date | 1 Feb 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Nov 2026 - 31 Oct 2030 |
| Recurrence | 2034-02-23 |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £3,000,000 |
| Lots value | £3,000,000 |
| 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 | SOUTHEND-ON-SEA CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | SOUTHEND-ON-SEA |
| Post town | Southend-on-Sea |
| Postcode | SS2 6FA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH3 Essex |
| ITL 3 | TLH31 Southend-on-Sea |
| Local authority | Southend-on-Sea |
| Electoral ward | Victoria |
| Westminster constituency | Southend East and Rochford |
| Delivery location | TLH31 Southend-on-Sea |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 34924000 - Variable message signs
- 34970000 - Traffic-monitoring equipment
- 34992000 - Signs and illuminated signs
- 34996000 - Control, safety or signalling equipment for roads
- 45233290 - Installation of road signs
- 45233294 - Installation of road signals
- 45316200 - Installation of signalling equipment
- 45316210 - Installation of traffic monitoring equipment
- 45316211 - Installation of illuminated road signs
- 45316212 - Installation of traffic lights
- 45316213 - Installation of traffic guidance equipment
- 50232200 - Traffic-signal maintenance services

## Release History

- 8 Jun 2026 at 13:55 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053864-2026
- 19 May 2026 at 17:23 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045940-2026
- 9 Apr 2026 at 11:27 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032349-2026
- 10 Dec 2025 at 16:30 - PlanningUpdate - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/081684-2025
- 10 Dec 2025 at 16:28 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/081677-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053864-2026
  8th June 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045940-2026
  19th May 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032349-2026
  9th April 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/081684-2025
  10th December 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/081677-2025
  10th December 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.southend.gov.uk
- https://procontract.due-north.com/login
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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