--- title: "Whitstable Wayfinding - Construction and Installation" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06ab63" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06ab63" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06ab63.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06ab63.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "CANTERBURY CITY COUNCIL" published: "2026-06-02" --- # Whitstable Wayfinding - Construction and Installation Buyer: CANTERBURY CITY COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06ab63 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06ab63) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06ab63.json) ## Summary Canterbury City Council invites tenders for the "Whitstable Wayfinding – Construction and Installation" project, focusing on signage works in the UKJ4 region of the United Kingdom. This procurement is in the Tender stage, with a submission deadline of 12:00 on 27th July 2026. Potential applicants must register via the Kent Business Portal to express interest and download necessary documents. The contract will commence on 1st October 2026, lasting 6 months for the installation phase and include an additional 2-year maintenance package. The procurement adopts an open competition method, valued at £120,000, although it is classified as below threshold. This tender presents a growth opportunity for SMEs specialising in signage, construction, and installation services. Businesses capable of delivering high-quality wayfinding solutions stand to gain from the potential contract value and extended maintenance package. With a quality-price assessment ratio of 60:40, companies that excel in quality offerings while maintaining competitive pricing may have an edge in the selection process. Participating in such local government projects can bolster a firm's portfolio and reputation, facilitating future business ventures in public infrastructure improvements. ## Notice Canterbury City Council wishes to select and appoint a suitable supplier for the provision of a Wayfinding Construction and Installation and invites tenderers to submit a tender to meet the Council's requirements. A bi-annual maintenance package should be proposed as part of the tender submission, and this should detail scope, frequency, and associated costs. The specific requirements for the above are detailed in the Suite of documentation. It should be noted that by submitting a tender, you confirm that you understand and can meet these requirements. The Contract is anticipated to commence 1st October 2026 and will continue for a period of 6 months for the installation and a further 2 years for the Bi-annual Maintenance Package (unless terminated early in accordance with the terms and conditions of the Contract). Full details and requirements are included within the Invitation to Tender Documentation. Important Notice: Suppliers should in the first instance register themselves on the Kent Business Portal by following registration instructions. After registering suppliers are asked to express their interest in this opportunity, after which suppliers will be able to access and download all the required documents attached to this notice. Please ensure you download all documents and complete according to instructions contained. Attachments: Instructions to Suppliers: Expressions of interest will only be accepted via the Kent Business Portal (www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk). Note that in order to successfully submit your interest you will first need to register for an account on the portal. After registration is complete and you've received your login details you should return to the advert for the opportunity and express your interest. You will then receive an email giving you a link to the documentation provided and be able to access the tender documents. The tender documents are required to be completed and submitted electronically via the Kent Business Portal by no later than 12:00 on Monday 27 July 2026 Questions and Communication: Please direct all questions and communication through the Kent Business Portal via the message facility (once registered). For more information about this opportunity, please visit the eSourcing portal at: https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/tenders/UK-UK-Canterbury:-Signage./A2956DF3F8 To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/respond/A2956DF3F8 ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/051857-2026 | | Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Works | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 2 Jun 2026 | | Submission deadline | 27 Jul 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 30 Sep 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £100,000 | | Lots value | £100,000 | | 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 | CANTERBURY CITY COUNCIL | | Locality | CANTERBURY | | Post town | Canterbury | | Postcode | CT1 2UR | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent | | ITL 3 | TLJ44 East Kent | | Local authority | Canterbury | | Electoral ward | Westgate | | Westminster constituency | Canterbury | | Delivery location | TLJ4 Kent | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation - 45 - Construction work ### Codes - 34928470 - Signage - 34928472 - Sign posts - 34992300 - Street signs - 45233290 - Installation of road signs ## Release History - 2 Jun 2026 at 11:46 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/051857-2026 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/051857-2026 2nd June 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk - https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/respond/A2956DF3F8 - https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/tenders/UK-UK-Canterbury:-Signage./A2956DF3F8 - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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