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title: "Operational Digital Imagery - Early Market Engagement"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0676c5"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "NATIONAL HIGHWAYS LIMITED"
published: "2026-03-27"
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# Operational Digital Imagery - Early Market Engagement

Buyer: NATIONAL HIGHWAYS LIMITED  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0676c5

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## Summary

National Highways Limited, a public authority under central government, is currently in the planning stage for a procurement process titled "Operational Digital Imagery - Early Market Engagement." This process falls within the industry category of goods, specifically focusing on security cameras, and is located in Birmingham, United Kingdom. The tender aims to consolidate several existing technology contracts into a single, integrated contract, projected to begin on 14th June 2027 and end by 13th June 2032. Interested parties should note the deadline for submitting responses to the initial engagement document is set for 27th April 2026, at 12 pm. 

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in digital technology and security solutions, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs). The consolidation of contracts may offer substantial business growth potential through long-term collaboration with National Highways Limited. Companies capable of providing cutting-edge security camera technology with high operational efficiency are well-suited to compete in this procurement process. Engaging early can position businesses favourably for future opportunities, making it an ideal chance for innovation-driven firms to expand their reach in the public sector.

## Notice

National Highways currently operates four key technology contracts that underpin the safety, monitoring, and operational capability of our traffic officer fleet and supporting vehicles. These contracts are due to expire, at various dates, by 2028. As part of our strategic approach to improving efficiency, reducing duplication, and ensuring consistent technology standards, we are exploring the opportunity to consolidate these separate agreements into a single, integrated contract. Information on the project can be found here: https://highways-my.sharepoint.com/:w:/g/personal/kiran_bahia_nationalhighways_co_uk/IQDN3I3NqgeETYeCeaAHbsezAZBpUbepDtpGe43OVRkguqM?e=k4f3RZ - please read this in its entirity before populating the MS form. Clarification questions will not be responded to.

### Planning Information

The attached document is six pages long – please ensure to read through it in its entirety before filling out the MS form. 
Link to MS Form: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/GV3WZQ5S56 
The deadline for responses is 27/04/2026 – 12pm. After this time and date – responses will not be accepted.
Link to find out more information on the projects: https://highways-my.sharepoint.com/:w:/g/personal/kiran_bahia_nationalhighways_co_uk/IQDN3I3NqgeETYeCeaAHbsezAZBpUbepDtpGe43OVRkguqM?e=pl4LRP

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028619-2026 |
| Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 27 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 14 Sep 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 13 Jun 2027 - 13 Jun 2032 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £7,625,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NATIONAL HIGHWAYS LIMITED |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B4 6GA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham |
| Local authority | Birmingham |
| Electoral ward | Ladywood |
| Westminster constituency | Birmingham Ladywood |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

### Codes

- 35125300 - Security cameras

## Release History

- 27 Mar 2026 at 14:49 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028619-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028619-2026
  27th March 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/GV3WZQ5S56
- https://highways-my.sharepoint.com/:w:/g/personal/kiran_bahia_nationalhighways_co_uk/IQDN3I3NqgeETYeCeaAHbsezAZBpUbepDtpGe43OVRkguqM?e=k4f3RZ
- https://highways-my.sharepoint.com/:w:/g/personal/kiran_bahia_nationalhighways_co_uk/IQDN3I3NqgeETYeCeaAHbsezAZBpUbepDtpGe43OVRkguqM?e=pl4LRP
- https://nationalhighways.co.uk
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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