--- title: "Vehicle Livery, Wayfinding and Signage" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06caa8" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06caa8" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06caa8.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06caa8.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "TRANSPORT FOR GREATER MANCHESTER" published: "2026-07-14" --- # Vehicle Livery, Wayfinding and Signage Buyer: TRANSPORT FOR GREATER MANCHESTER Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06caa8 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06caa8) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06caa8.json) ## Summary Transport for Greater Manchester is in the planning stages of a procurement process titled "Vehicle Livery, Wayfinding and Signage." This project, falling under the services category, aims to enhance the Greater Manchester transport system with impactful vehicle wraps, signage, and wayfinding tools. Located primarily in the UKD3 region, this initiative is poised to commence on 3rd May 2027 and run until 2nd May 2030, with a potential extension up to 2nd May 2031. A significant milestone involves suppliers registering their interest and completing a Request for Information questionnaire by 31st July 2026, prior to the next notice on 19th October 2026. This contract, part of a framework agreement, has an estimated gross value of £3,000,000. Businesses specialising in signage, printing, and distribution services, particularly those who can deliver creative and sustainable solutions, stand to gain substantial opportunities from this tender. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as there is suitability for smaller entities to engage in the contract. By aligning with the Bee Network initiative, successful businesses can leverage this opportunity to strengthen their foothold within Greater Manchester's vibrant public transport ecosystem, enhancing their reputation and market reach through strategic partnerships and marketing campaigns. ## Notice The Commercial Relationships team at Transport for Greater Manchester partners with brands, venues and agencies to deliver impactful, creative campaigns across the Bee Network - a transport system used by millions of people every month. We combine deep knowledge of our network, audiences and the Greater Manchester landscape with a consultative, collaborative approach, creating bespoke campaigns that maximise reach and deliver meaningful results. From high-impact advertising and experiential activations to long-term sponsorships and partnerships, we don't just offer media space - we shape ideas that connect with people where they live, work and travel, helping brands become part of the city's everyday journey. We need reliable suppliers who can help us deliver impactful campaigns across bus and tram wraps, stop takeovers signage in a sustainable, creative way that capture attention and create memorable moments. This market engagement notice will enable TfGM to develop our requirements and inform the tender specification. A Request for Information (RFI) questionnaire is available for suppliers to complete via the Pro Contract portal. Information on how to access the Pro Contract portal and this opportunity can be found further down this notice. ### Planning Information Suppliers are invited to register their expression of interest via the ProContract procurement portal using the following link: https://procontract.due-north.com/Register Upon registration, suppliers are encouraged to complete the Request for Information (RFI) questionnaire. RFI responses are required by Friday 31st July at 12pm. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066122-2026 | | Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 14 Jul 2026 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 19 Oct 2026 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 2 May 2027 - 2 May 2030 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £2,500,000 | | 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 | TRANSPORT FOR GREATER MANCHESTER | | Locality | MANCHESTER | | Post town | Manchester | | Postcode | M1 3BG | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester | | ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester | | Local authority | Manchester | | Electoral ward | Piccadilly | | Westminster constituency | Manchester Central | | Delivery location | TLD3 Greater Manchester | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus) - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 44423400 - Signs and related items - 79823000 - Printing and delivery services - 79824000 - Printing and distribution services ## Release History - 14 Jul 2026 at 11:09 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066122-2026 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066122-2026 14th July 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - https://procontract.due-north.com/Register - https://tfgm.com - 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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