--- title: "Manufacture, Supply and Installation of Timber Signage for Scotland's National Nature Reserves" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000812863" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000812863" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000812863.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000812863.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "SCOTTISH NATURAL HERITAGE" published: "2026-02-23" --- # Manufacture, Supply and Installation of Timber Signage for Scotland's National Nature Reserves Buyer: SCOTTISH NATURAL HERITAGE Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000812863 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000812863) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000812863.json) ## Summary The procurement process, initiated by Scottish Natural Heritage, focuses on the manufacture, supply, and installation of timber signage for Scotland's National Nature Reserves. The project is situated in Inverness, Scotland, and falls under the environmental protection category. Currently, the process is at the tender stage, with an ID of PP-1417, utilising an open procedure. Key dates include the tender submission deadline, which has been extended to 12th March 2026, and the opening of bids scheduled for 5th March 2026. This framework agreement aims to replace and install new bilingual English/Gaelic timber signage across various reserves, supporting a rolling programme over four years, with an estimated annual requirement of 50-100 signs. This tender offers substantial opportunities for business growth, particularly for companies specialising in high-quality timber products, signage manufacturing, and installation services, equipped to deliver in remote or island locations. Suppliers with capabilities in CAD design, sustainable sourcing, and bilingual artwork preparation would be well-suited to compete. The framework allows for subcontracting, enabling businesses to form partnerships and expand their network. With a substantial contract value and the potential for sustainable long-term engagement, interested suppliers can utilise this opportunity to demonstrate innovation and capacity to meet stringent environmental and quality standards. ## Notice NatureScot intends to establish a single-supplier framework for the manufacture, supply and installation of high-quality timber signage for Scotland's National Nature Reserves. The requirement includes the production of CAD-routed Douglas Fir timber signs, supply of CHPL graphic panels, associated hardware and fixings, and delivery and installation at reserve sites across Scotland, including remote and island locations. Services include preparation of bilingual English/Gaelic artwork, manufacture in accordance with the NNR Signs Guide, installation to agreed specifications, removal of old signs where required, and provision of all associated materials, labour and quality assurance. The framework will support a rolling programme of new and replacement signage over a four-year period, with estimated volumes of 50-100 signs per year. ### Lot Information Lot 1 NatureScot requires a single-supplier framework for the manufacture, supply and delivery of high-quality timber signage, produced in accordance with the NNR Signs Guide and associated CAD master drawings. The requirement includes the production of routed Douglas Fir timber sign structures, supply of CHPL graphic panels using print-ready artwork provided by NatureScot, and provision of all associated fixings and hardware. The supplier will prepare English or bilingual English/Gaelic CAD drawings, manufacture items to approved designs, deliver completed signage to NatureScot National Nature Reserves (NNRs), offices or other designated locations, and install signage where required. The framework will support a rolling programme of new and replacement signage across Scotland's NNR estate, typically involving 50-100 signs per year across 3-5 reserves. Work may include removal of existing signs, reinstatement of ground, provision of photographic evidence, and addressing any warranty issues. All timber must be sourced from certified sustainable sources (e.g. FSC/PEFC), and all products must comply with the technical standards, tolerances, sustainability requirements and Service Level Agreements detailed within the Statement of Requirements Renewal: The contract will run for an initial period of 36 months, with the option for NatureScot to extend for an additional 12 months at its sole discretion ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB550151 | | Notice type | OJEU - F14 - Corrigendum | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning, Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 23 Feb 2026 | | Submission deadline | 5 Mar 2026 | | Future notice date | 19 Jan 2026 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £360,000 | | Lots value | £360,000 | | 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 | SCOTTISH NATURAL HERITAGE | | Locality | INVERNESS | | Post town | Inverness | | Postcode | IV3 8NW | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM2 Highlands and Islands | | ITL 3 | TLM20 Highlands and Islands | | Local authority | Highland | | Electoral ward | Inverness West | | Westminster constituency | Inverness, Skye and West Ross-shire | | Delivery location | TLM Scotland | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 03 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products - 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation - 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus) - 45 - Construction work - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 03419000 - Timber - 34928470 - Signage - 44423400 - Signs and related items - 45233293 - Installation of street furniture - 79822500 - Graphic design services ## Release History - 23 Feb 2026 at 00:00 - TenderUpdate - OJEU - F14 - Corrigendum - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB550151 - 3 Feb 2026 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB548672 - 28 Oct 2025 at 00:00 - Planning - OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT542243 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT542243&idx=3 28th October 2025 - NatureScot Example Master CAD Drawing - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT542243&idx=2 28th October 2025 - NatureScot NNR Signs Guide - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT542243&idx=1 28th October 2025 - Indicative Statement of Requirements - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT542243 Manufacture, Supply and Installation of Timber Signage for Scotland's National Nature Reserves - NatureScot intends to establish a single-supplier framework agreement for the manufacture, supply and installation of timber signage across Scotland's National Nature Reserves (NNRs). The framework will support a rolling programme of signage replacement and new installations, including bilingual English/Gaelic content, with flexible call-off arrangements over a four-year period. As part of the development process for the procurement approach, NatureScot is seeking views and information from the marketplace in connection with the areas set out in this Prior Information Notice (PIN). - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB548672 Manufacture, Supply and Installation of Timber Signage for Scotland's National Nature Reserves - NatureScot intends to establish a single-supplier framework for the manufacture, supply and installation of high-quality timber signage for Scotland's National Nature Reserves. The requirement includes the production of CAD-routed Douglas Fir timber signs, supply of CHPL graphic panels, associated hardware and fixings, and delivery and installation at reserve sites across Scotland, including remote and island locations. Services include preparation of bilingual English/Gaelic artwork, manufacture in accordance with the NNR Signs Guide, installation to agreed specifications, removal of old signs where required, and provision of all associated materials, labour and quality assurance. The framework will support a rolling programme of new and replacement signage over a four-year period, with estimated volumes of 50-100 signs per year. ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.nature.scot - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=821735 - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000812863 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/ESPD/ESPD_Download.aspx?id=821735 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. The canonical page is https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000812863. The underlying structured data is available as OCDS JSON at https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000812863.json.