---
title: "Bus Shelter Upgrades"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06d431"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "BEDFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL"
published: "2026-07-27"
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# Bus Shelter Upgrades

Buyer: BEDFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06d431

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## Summary

Bedford Borough Council is inviting tenders for the “Bus Shelter Upgrades” project, aimed at replacing Perspex Panels with Metal Mesh Panels on bus shelters throughout Bedford Borough. This procurement falls under the works category, specifically related to the installation of street furniture, and is being conducted via an open, below-threshold competition. Interested parties must submit electronic bids by 17th August 2026, with an enquiry deadline of 10th August 2026. The project's contract period is scheduled from 1st October 2026 to 31st March 2027, offering a total contract value of £240,000.

This tender provides a significant opportunity for businesses specialised in public infrastructure and street furniture installation to expand their portfolio and showcase their expertise in enhancing public transportation amenities. Companies with experience in delivering quality urban installations and those able to provide innovative solutions within budgetary constraints will find this tender particularly suitable. Engaging in this project could lead to further business growth through enhanced visibility and strengthened relationships with public sector clients.

## Notice

This procurement aims to contract with a supplier to replace Perspex Panels on Bus Shelters within Bedford Borough with Metal Mesh Panels. The upgrades will improve the appearance of the shelters and provide a protective space for the passengers to wait for the busses to arrive

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070746-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 27 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 17 Aug 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Sep 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £240,000 |
| Lots value | £240,000 |
| 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 | BEDFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | BEDFORD |
| Post town | Milton Keynes |
| Postcode | MK42 9AP |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLH24 Bedford |
| Local authority | Bedford |
| Electoral ward | Cauldwell |
| Westminster constituency | Bedford |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45233293 - Installation of street furniture

## Release History

- 27 Jul 2026 at 11:21 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070746-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070746-2026
  27th July 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/bedford/aspx/Home
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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