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344_26 Signs · UK public procurement notice

Official notice

Authority: Leicestershire County Council, trading as ESPO (Local council)

Framework agreement8 lotsGoodsOpen procedureAbove thresholdSME suitable
Sectors: Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting (31)Transport Equipment & Vehicles (34)Construction Materials & Prefab (44)
+1 moreConstruction & Civil Engineering (45)
 Delivery: UK
Framework ceiling (notional)£18,000,000envelope for 8 lots · framework ceiling, not attributable revenue
Submissions closed 21 Jan 2026awarded 26 Mar 2026
Awarded to DMA Signs Limited +22 more8 awards
Framework period 2 yrsends 3 Mar 2028 · up to 3 Mar 2030 with extensions · starts 4 Mar 2026

What is being bought8 lots · detail below

Published requirement description

A framework for the supply and installation of signs including safety signs, corporate signage, road name signs and electronic signs.

The Framework is divided into 8 lots.

For any additional details please also refer to www.espo.org/signs-2026-344-26.html ↗

CPV: Illuminated signs and nameplates · Illuminated traffic signs · Installation of illuminated road signs · Installation of road signs · Permanent message signs · Road signs · Signs and related items · Street signs · Variable message signs

How this framework works

From the published notice
Type
Open framework
Call-offs
call-offs may be awarded directly or by further competition
Bids received
15 bids on the busiest of 8 lots · 26 suppliers appointed
Framework period
2 yrs · up to 4 yrs from 4 Mar 2026
Buyer regions
UK
Supplier levy on call-offs (max %)

3% of call-off value · As a public body, ESPO have a statutory obligation to recover the costs incurred in the management of this Framework. This obligation is met by means of a Framework Fee which will be payable by the Suppliers to ESPO, and is calculated based on the invoiced value to the customer by the supplier under the framework. Framework fee payments will be plus VAT at the prevailing rate.

Who may buy through it

As a Centralised procurement authority as defined in the Procurement Act 2023, the Framework is open for use by Public Bodies (defined at www.espo.org/amfile/file/download… ↗) that also fall into one of the following classifications of user throughout all administrative regions of the UK: Local Authorities; Educational Establishments (including Academies); Central Government Departments and Agencies; Police, Fire & Rescue and Coastguard Emergency Services; NHS and HSC Bodies, including Ambulance Services; Registered Charities; Registered Social Landlords; The Corporate Office of the House of Lords, The Corporate Officer of the House of Commons; or any public body established by or under the Scotland Act 1998 or any Act of the Scottish Parliament. Details on general classification of end user establishments and geographical areas are available at: www.espo.org/legal ↗

Published description of the framework

It should be noted that the Framework could be used in a number of ways where Signs are required. Customers wishing to buy Goods via the Framework will do so in the following way(s) in accordance with section 45 of the Procurement Act 2023 (and any subsequent amendment or re-enactment thereof):

Call-off without competition

'Calling-off' Goods from a Supplier identified who is: a) included in the Framework; b) suitable for meeting the Customer's specific needs, and; c) identified as offering the most advantageous solution to the Customer's requirements, based on the information provided to Customers.

Call-off with competition (Further Competitive Selection Process)

'Calling-off' by conducting a further competitive selection process amongst those Suppliers identified in the Framework as being able to provide the required Goods. This means that not all competitive selection processes will necessarily include all the Suppliers - a customer will only invite those Suppliers that are included in the Framework for the particular type of contract required. Customers will assess the suppliers as set out in the terms and conditions of the Framework.

Please note that once this Framework is established, the right is reserved by the Customer when running a further competitive selection process, to invite the Suppliers to participate in an eAuction.

Call-offs published through it2

Notices that name this framework as their framework in the official record. Many call-offs are never published, so this is a floor, not utilisation.

Lots and requirements (8)Procurement structure

8 lots · all with a published value · same conditions of participation on every lot · evaluation weights differ by lot

Every one of these 8 lots carries the same published figure, £18,000,000: it is the framework's maximum for the whole notice, not each lot's own budget, and no share per lot is published. The cards below say ceiling above rather than repeat it.

Lot #1Health and Safety and Related Signs (ESPO Catalogue)AwardedRenewal 2 yrsSMEceiling above

The supply of Health and Safety and Related Signs to the ESPO distribution centres. *ESPO from time to time may request delivery to an alternative storage facility within the UK.

Contract period: 4 Mar 2026 – 3 Mar 2028 (2 yrs) · up to 3 Mar 2030 with extensions
Delivery: UKEligibility: SME eligible
Extensions: ESPO reserves the right to add or remove units to be provided throughout the life of the contract. · The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 24 months (under normal circumstances this will either be completed in full or in 12-month periods and is subject to the performance of the framework). Total estimated values captured in this notice include the option to extend the framework as noted above.
31523200 Permanent message signs44423400 Signs and related items
Pre-qualification & selection criteria (PQQ)2
  • Economic & financial standing

    Refer to the tender documents for conditions of participation.

  • Technical & professional ability

    Refer to the tender documents for conditions of participation.

Lot #2Corporate SignsAwardedRenewal 2 yrsSMEceiling above

Covers the supply, delivery and installation of all corporate signage where required by a customer. It is envisaged that Customers will utilise this Lot for requirements including but not limited to corporate signage, car parking signs, health and safety signs, and public health signs, however other requirements within the scope of corporate signs are able to be supplied under this Lot.

Contract period: 4 Mar 2026 – 3 Mar 2028 (2 yrs) · up to 3 Mar 2030 with extensions
Delivery: UKEligibility: SME eligible
Extensions: ESPO reserves the right to add or remove units to be provided throughout the life of the contract. · The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 24 months (under normal circumstances this will either be completed in full or in 12-month periods and is subject to the performance of the framework). Total estimated values captured in this notice include the option to extend the framework as noted above.
31523200 Permanent message signs44423400 Signs and related items
Pre-qualification & selection criteria (PQQ)2
  • Economic & financial standing

    Refer to the tender documents for conditions of participation.

  • Technical & professional ability

    Refer to the tender documents for conditions of participation.

Lot #3Road Name SignsAwardedRenewal 2 yrsSMEceiling above

Covers the supply, delivery and installation of road name signs where required by a customer. It is envisaged that Customers will utilise this Lot for requirements including but not limited to traffic management and navigation measures, however other requirements within the scope of road name signs are able to be supplied under this Lot.

Contract period: 4 Mar 2026 – 3 Mar 2028 (2 yrs) · up to 3 Mar 2030 with extensions
Delivery: UKEligibility: SME eligible
Extensions: ESPO reserves the right to add or remove units to be provided throughout the life of the contract. · The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 24 months (under normal circumstances this will either be completed in full or in 12-month periods and is subject to the performance of the framework). Total estimated values captured in this notice include the option to extend the framework as noted above.
31523200 Permanent message signs34992200 Road signs34992300 Street signs44423400 Signs and related items45233290 Installation of road signs
Pre-qualification & selection criteria (PQQ)2
  • Economic & financial standing

    Refer to the tender documents for conditions of participation.

  • Technical & professional ability

    Refer to the tender documents for conditions of participation.

Lot #4Electronic SignsAwardedRenewal 2 yrsSMEceiling above

Covers the supply, delivery and installation of electronic signs where required by a customer. It is envisaged that Customers will utilise this Lot for requirements including but not limited to help communicate, attract attention and engage customers in real time, however other requirements within the scope of electronic signs are able to be supplied under this Lot.

Contract period: 4 Mar 2026 – 3 Mar 2028 (2 yrs) · up to 3 Mar 2030 with extensions
Delivery: UKEligibility: SME eligible
Extensions: ESPO reserves the right to add or remove units to be provided throughout the life of the contract. · The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 24 months (under normal circumstances this will either be completed in full or in 12-month periods and is subject to the performance of the framework). Total estimated values captured in this notice include the option to extend the framework as noted above.
31523000 Illuminated signs and nameplates34924000 Variable message signs34992300 Street signs44423400 Signs and related items45316211 Installation of illuminated road signs
Pre-qualification & selection criteria (PQQ)2
  • Economic & financial standing

    Refer to the tender documents for conditions of participation.

  • Technical & professional ability

    Refer to the tender documents for conditions of participation.

Lot #5Wayfinding Signs (Including Interactive)AwardedRenewal 2 yrsSMEceiling above

Covers the supply, delivery and installation of wayfinding signs (including interactive) where required by a customer. It is envisaged that Customers will utilise this Lot for requirements including but not limited to making navigation in complex areas easier for Customers, however other requirements within the scope of wayfinding signs are able to be supplied under this Lot.

Contract period: 4 Mar 2026 – 3 Mar 2028 (2 yrs) · up to 3 Mar 2030 with extensions
Delivery: UKEligibility: SME eligible
Extensions: ESPO reserves the right to add or remove units to be provided throughout the life of the contract. · The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 24 months (under normal circumstances this will either be completed in full or in 12-month periods and is subject to the performance of the framework). Total estimated values captured in this notice include the option to extend the framework as noted above.
31523000 Illuminated signs and nameplates34992300 Street signs44423400 Signs and related items
Pre-qualification & selection criteria (PQQ)2
  • Economic & financial standing

    Refer to the tender documents for conditions of participation.

  • Technical & professional ability

    Refer to the tender documents for conditions of participation.

Lot #6Permanent Vehicle Activated Signs and Associated EquipmentAwardedRenewal 2 yrsSMEceiling above

Includes the supply, installation and maintenance of permanent vehicle activated signs (VAS) where required by a Customer. It is envisaged that Customers will utilise this Lot for requirements including but not limited to providing real-time, eye-catching warnings about speed or hazards, however other requirements within the scope of permanent vehicle activated signs and associated equipment are able to be supplied under this Lot.

Contract period: 4 Mar 2026 – 3 Mar 2028 (2 yrs) · up to 3 Mar 2030 with extensions
Delivery: UKEligibility: SME eligible
Extensions: ESPO reserves the right to add or remove units to be provided throughout the life of the contract. · The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 24 months (under normal circumstances this will either be completed in full or in 12-month periods and is subject to the performance of the framework). Total estimated values captured in this notice include the option to extend the framework as noted above.
34924000 Variable message signs34992100 Illuminated traffic signs34992200 Road signs34992300 Street signs44423400 Signs and related items45233290 Installation of road signs
Pre-qualification & selection criteria (PQQ)2
  • Economic & financial standing

    Refer to the tender documents for conditions of participation.

  • Technical & professional ability

    Refer to the tender documents for conditions of participation.

Lot #7Temporary Traffic SignsAwardedRenewal 2 yrsSMEceiling above

Covers the supply and delivery of all types of temporary traffic signs as described in chapter 8 of the Traffic Signs Manual including but not limited to signs for roadworks, temporary situations, and sandbags where required by a Customer. It is envisaged that Customers will utilise this Lot to provide short-term, essential guidance and safety information during situations where normal road conditions are disrupted. However other requirements within the scope of temporary traffic signs are able to be supplied under this Lot.

Contract period: 4 Mar 2026 – 3 Mar 2028 (2 yrs) · up to 3 Mar 2030 with extensions
Delivery: UKEligibility: SME eligible
Extensions: ESPO reserves the right to add or remove units to be provided throughout the life of the contract. · The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 24 months (under normal circumstances this will either be completed in full or in 12-month periods and is subject to the performance of the framework). Total estimated values captured in this notice include the option to extend the framework as noted above.
34992100 Illuminated traffic signs34992200 Road signs34992300 Street signs44423400 Signs and related items45233290 Installation of road signs45316211 Installation of illuminated road signs
Pre-qualification & selection criteria (PQQ)2
  • Economic & financial standing

    Refer to the tender documents for conditions of participation.

  • Technical & professional ability

    Refer to the tender documents for conditions of participation.

Lot #8Permanent Traffic and Electric Vehicle Charging Point Signs, and Associated Posts, Fixings and AttachmentsAwardedRenewal 2 yrsSMEceiling above

Covers the supply and delivery of all permanent traffic signs described in the current version of Traffic Signs Regulations and General Directions (TSRGD) 2016 and the Traffic Signs Manual (TSM) as well as associated posts, fixings and attachments where required by a Customer. Lot 8 also covers the supply and delivery of electric vehicle charging point (EVCP) signs. It is envisaged that Customers will utilise this Lot to provide consistent, reliable and legally enforceable guidance that ensures safety, order and efficiency on roads. It is envisaged that Customers will use posts, fixings and other attachments to provide structure, visibility and durability for signs. However, other requirements within the scope of permanent traffic and EV charging signs, posts fixings and attachments are able to be supplied under this Lot.

Contract period: 4 Mar 2026 – 3 Mar 2028 (2 yrs) · up to 3 Mar 2030 with extensions
Delivery: UKEligibility: SME eligible
Extensions: ESPO reserves the right to add or remove units to be provided throughout the life of the contract. · The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 24 months (under normal circumstances this will either be completed in full or in 12-month periods and is subject to the performance of the framework). Total estimated values captured in this notice include the option to extend the framework as noted above.
31523200 Permanent message signs34992100 Illuminated traffic signs34992200 Road signs34992300 Street signs44423400 Signs and related items45233290 Installation of road signs
Pre-qualification & selection criteria (PQQ)2
  • Economic & financial standing

    Refer to the tender documents for conditions of participation.

  • Technical & professional ability

    Refer to the tender documents for conditions of participation.

What it takes to win
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How this buyer will score bids.

The evaluation criteria and weights exactly as published on the notice, grouped by family (price, quality, social value and so on).

Evaluation split and conditions of participation as published; the tender pack may add more
How bids were scored

Lots publish different evaluation splits; there is no single procedure weighting.

LotPriceSplit
1 · Health and Safety and Related Signs (ESPO Catalogue)100%
2 · Corporate Signs100%
3 · Road Name Signs100%
4 · Electronic Signs100%
5 · Wayfinding Signs (Including Interactive)100%
6 · Permanent Vehicle Activated Signs and Associated Equipment100%
7 · Temporary Traffic Signs100%
8 · Permanent Traffic and Electric Vehicle Charging Point Signs, and Associated Posts, Fixings and Attachments100%
Conditions of participation · identical on every lot2
  • Economic & financial standing

    Refer to the tender documents for conditions of participation.

  • Technical & professional ability

    Refer to the tender documents for conditions of participation.

What this means for your bid
  • Price carries 100 points on every lot: a 10% discount moves about 10 points.
  • “344_26 Signs” is a framework: the contest is a place on its panel, not a single contract: call-offs may be direct or by further competition.

Price arithmetic assumes straight proportional scoring; the tender pack may use another formula.

Procedure terms & legal framework

From the official record
Procedure method
Open procedure
Legal basis
UKPGA · 2023/54 Procurement Act 2023
Procurement category
Goods
Notice status
Awarded
Procurement threshold
Above threshold (FTS publication)
Regulatory regime
Standard
Commercial structure
Framework agreement
Who may use the vehicle
As a Centralised procurement authority as defined in the Procurement Act 2023, the Framework is open for use by Public Bodies (defined at https://www.espo.org/amfile/file/download/file/9608/) that also fall into one of the following classifications of user throughout all administrative regions of the UK: Local Authorities; Educational Establishments (including Academies); Central Government Departments and Agencies; Police, Fire & Rescue and Coastguard Emergency Services; NHS and HSC Bodies, including Ambulance Services; Registered Charities; Registered Social Landlords; The Corporate Office of the House of Lords, The Corporate Officer of the House of Commons; or any public body established by or under the Scotland Act 1998 or any Act of the Scottish Parliament. Details on general classification of end user establishments and geographical areas are available at: https://www.espo.org/legal
Competition type
Competitive procedure
GPA / WTO covered
Yes (GPA)
Recurring procurement
Unspecified in notice
First published
21 May 2025, 13:10 BST
Last source update
14 May 2026, 10:07 BST
Award evaluation window
Submission end – 20 Feb 2026
Authority reference
344_26
FTS notice number
2025/S 000-083019
Latest notice
Contract details notice (UK7)
Classification (CPV)
Illuminated signs and nameplatesIlluminated traffic signsInstallation of illuminated road signsInstallation of road signsPermanent message signsRoad signsSigns and related itemsStreet signsVariable message signs
Delivery area
UK
Official registry OCID
ocds-h6vhtk-051a97 Find a Tender

How it was run

Official notice
Run through: East Midlands Tendering
Supplier login requiredElectronic submission allowedLanguage: EN
Access & registration note: Free regional portal
Appointment period ends
21 Jan 2026, 12:00 GMT
Clarification deadline
12 Jan 2026, 17:00 GMT
Submission channel
Official e-sourcing portal
Electronic submission
Allowed
Accepted languages
en
Supplier levy on call-offs (max %)

call-off levy · 3% of call-off value · As a public body, ESPO have a statutory obligation to recover the costs incurred in the management of this Framework. This obligation is met by means of a Framework Fee which will be payable by the Suppliers to ESPO, and is calculated based on the invoiced value to the customer by the supplier under the framework. Framework fee payments will be plus VAT at the prevailing rate.

Detailed submission instructions & authority contactsFrom official release

Refer to all instructions captured via www.eastmidstenders.org ↗.

Timeline

21 May 2025 → 14 May 2026 · 11 dates
  1. Planning notice published
    21 May 2025, 13:10 BST
  2. Market engagement
    22 Aug 2025, 23:59 BST

    Suppliers are being engaged with to determine:

    • Feedback on our proposed procurement strategy such as if the current Lot structure is relevant.
    • If there have been any changes or developments in the market which should be incorporated into the framework scope/specification such as new product lines or a change in insurance provisions.
    • Capacity to meet the framework requirements.
    • To gain an understanding of whether localised Social Value can and will be offered under the scope of the contract.
    • To ensure the market is prepared for carbon reduction plans to be included as a condition of participation for the procurement.
    • Potential risks within the market such as supply chain issues.
    • Identification of any barriers to participation faced by SMEs that can be removed or reduced.

    Engagement is being undertaken via a Request for Information (RFI) Questionnaire, that is available as a Public Message on the EastMidsTenders eProcurement Portal (www.eastmidstenders.org ↗). Please refer to all instructions in the Public Messages, and any organisation that feels they can contribute should return the RFI Questionnaire via the Messaging facility on the eProcurement Portal by 17:00 (5pm) on 15 August 2025.

    Suppliers wishing to participate and access Public Messages MUST first register interest for 344_26 via the EastMidsTenders eProcurement Portal (please see below for further details).

    For the purposes of this Preliminary market engagement (PME), please express your interest as follows:

    (a) Go to www.eastmidstenders.org ↗; (b) Register (if not already registered on ProContract); (c) Search for tender opportunity '344_26' (via "View Opportunities" from the EastMidsTenders Portal); d) Express an interest.

    Please access the Messages area/section of the eProcurement Portal (ProContract / EastMidsTenders - Messages can be accessed via the Activity dashboard once an Expression of interest has been completed) for any further communications on this preliminary market engagement, including the RFI documentation.

    In the case of any questions or clarifications relating to this PME, these should also be submitted to ESPO as a Message on the eProcurement Portal (again once an Expression of interest has been completed).

    Suppliers should note that this is a preliminary market engagement exercise (and NOT a competitive tender process at this stage). The participation of a supplier in this preliminary market engagement will not constitute any contractual agreement between the respondent and ESPO.

    It is anticipated that Suppliers taking part in the preliminary market engagement will not be put at an unfair advantage when bidding for this framework. A supplier's participation, or lack of participation, shall not impact the ability of the supplier to participate in any resulting tender exercise. Suppliers should note that any interest indicated does not constitute a commitment to participate in any future tendering exercise.

  3. Next notice expected
    1 Sept 2025, 23:59 BST
  4. Tender notice published308 days ago
    15 Dec 2025, 15:56 GMT
  5. Clarification questions by280 days ago
    12 Jan 2026, 17:00 GMT
  6. Admission / appointment period ends272 days ago · period end, not a bid countdown
    21 Jan 2026, 12:00 GMT
  7. Award decision expected by241 days ago
    20 Feb 2026, 23:59 GMT
  8. Contract starts230 days ago
    4 Mar 2026
  9. Assessment summaries sent196 days ago
    7 Apr 2026, 00:00 BST
  10. Standstill ends186 days ago
    16 Apr 2026, 23:59 BST
  11. Latest notice published159 days ago
    14 May 2026, 10:07 BST

Notice history

12 events · 6 releases on Find a Tender · since 21 May 2025
  1. Pipeline notice published
    21 May 2025, 13:10 BST
    UK1
  2. Preliminary market engagement notice published
    24 Jul 2025, 11:00 BST
    UK2
  3. Tender notice published
    15 Dec 2025, 15:56 GMT
    UK4
  4. Status changed to active
    15 Dec 2025, 15:56 GMT
  5. Procurement method changed
    15 Dec 2025, 15:56 GMT
  6. Deadline published: 19 Jan 2026, 12:00 GMT
    15 Dec 2025, 15:56 GMT
  7. Tender notice published
    16 Jan 2026, 14:42 GMT
    UK4
  8. Deadline moved to 21 Jan 2026, 12:00 GMT
    16 Jan 2026, 14:42 GMT
    +2 days · was 19 Jan 2026, 12:00 GMT
  9. Contract award notice published
    7 Apr 2026, 15:37 BST
    UK6
  10. Status changed to complete
    7 Apr 2026, 15:37 BST
  11. Contract signature expected
    17 Apr 2026, 23:59 BST
    scheduled
  12. Contract details notice published
    14 May 2026, 10:07 BST
    UK7
Published amendments (1)

The Tender submission deadline has been extended to 21 January 2026, 12:00 (12 noon / 12pm).

Routine re-releases (6)
  • 2025-12: 1 release · 15 Dec 2025
  • 2025-07: 1 release · 24 Jul 2025
  • 2025-05: 1 release · 21 May 2025

Commercial outcome & contract awards

Published awards, contracts and bid statistics, not a forecast
Suppliers appointed 268 awards · see the list ↓
Bids received 1515 from SMEs · busiest of 8 lots
Named bidders 27published on the award notice
Contracts signed 8latest 17 Apr 2026

£15,000,000 is the framework's published maximum, restated by the publisher on 8 award rows. It is one ceiling, not 8 separate sums, and no share per lot is published; those rows read “ceiling above”.

Awarded toValueDateStatus
Lot 1 · Health and Safety and Related Signs (ESPO Catalogue)1 award
DMA Signs LimitedSME, Nuneaton Signs LtdSME, Stocksigns LtdSME, VIKING SIGNS LTDSME17 Apr 2026 – 16 Apr 2028 · up to 16 Apr 2030Extensions: The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 24 months (under normal circumstances this will either be completed in full or in 12-month periods and is subject to the performance of the framework). The total estimated framework value captured in this notice includes the option to extend as noted above. Note: The award value per lot as captured in this notice is for the overall framework (the same overall value being captured against each lot), as ESPO offers no guarantees or estimates of value that may pass through each individual lot (but the overall usage across all lots is not expected to exceed this overall framework value). · Options: ESPO reserves the right to add or remove units to be provided throughout the life of the contract in line with the Framework scope.ceiling above26 Mar 2026Awarded
Lot 2 · Corporate Signs1 award
ANDOR MANAGEMENT LIMITEDSME, APEL SERVICES LIMITEDSME, Graphic Arts (Coventry) LtdSME, I S CONSULTANCY (UK) LTD (t/a IS Group)SME, Model Signage LimitedSME, ROYAL BRITISH VETERANS ENTERPRISE LTD.SME +9 more17 Apr 2026 – 16 Apr 2028 · up to 16 Apr 2030Extensions: The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 24 months (under normal circumstances this will either be completed in full or in 12-month periods and is subject to the performance of the framework). The total estimated framework value captured in this notice includes the option to extend as noted above. Note: The award value per lot as captured in this notice is for the overall framework (the same overall value being captured against each lot), as ESPO offers no guarantees or estimates of value that may pass through each individual lot (but the overall usage across all lots is not expected to exceed this overall framework value). · Options: ESPO reserves the right to add or remove units to be provided throughout the life of the contract in line with the Framework scope.ceiling above26 Mar 2026Awarded
Lot 3 · Road Name Signs1 award
APEL SERVICES LIMITEDSME, Colorset North LimitedSME, DMA Signs LimitedSME, Mallatite LimitedSME, Nuneaton Signs LtdSME, ROYAL BRITISH VETERANS ENTERPRISE LTD.SME +1 more17 Apr 2026 – 16 Apr 2028 · up to 16 Apr 2030Extensions: The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 24 months (under normal circumstances this will either be completed in full or in 12-month periods and is subject to the performance of the framework). The total estimated framework value captured in this notice includes the option to extend as noted above. Note: The award value per lot as captured in this notice is for the overall framework (the same overall value being captured against each lot), as ESPO offers no guarantees or estimates of value that may pass through each individual lot (but the overall usage across all lots is not expected to exceed this overall framework value). · Options: ESPO reserves the right to add or remove units to be provided throughout the life of the contract in line with the Framework scope.ceiling above26 Mar 2026Awarded
Lot 4 · Electronic Signs1 award
ALLSIGNS INTERNATIONAL LIMITEDSME, APEL SERVICES LIMITEDSME, Coeval LtdSME, DMA Signs LimitedSME, I S CONSULTANCY (UK) LTD (t/a IS Group)SME, MS-GROUP LIMITED t/a Morgans ConsultSME +2 more17 Apr 2026 – 16 Apr 2028 · up to 16 Apr 2030Extensions: The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 24 months (under normal circumstances this will either be completed in full or in 12-month periods and is subject to the performance of the framework). The total estimated framework value captured in this notice includes the option to extend as noted above. Note: The award value per lot as captured in this notice is for the overall framework (the same overall value being captured against each lot), as ESPO offers no guarantees or estimates of value that may pass through each individual lot (but the overall usage across all lots is not expected to exceed this overall framework value). · Options: ESPO reserves the right to add or remove units to be provided throughout the life of the contract in line with the Framework scope.ceiling above26 Mar 2026Awarded
Lot 5 · Wayfinding Signs (Including Interactive)1 award
ALLSIGNS INTERNATIONAL LIMITEDSME, ANDOR MANAGEMENT LIMITEDSME, APEL SERVICES LIMITEDSME, DMA Signs LimitedSME, I S CONSULTANCY (UK) LTD (t/a IS Group)SME, Model Signage LimitedSME +3 more17 Apr 2026 – 16 Apr 2028 · up to 16 Apr 2030Extensions: The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 24 months (under normal circumstances this will either be completed in full or in 12-month periods and is subject to the performance of the framework). The total estimated framework value captured in this notice includes the option to extend as noted above. Note: The award value per lot as captured in this notice is for the overall framework (the same overall value being captured against each lot), as ESPO offers no guarantees or estimates of value that may pass through each individual lot (but the overall usage across all lots is not expected to exceed this overall framework value). · Options: ESPO reserves the right to add or remove units to be provided throughout the life of the contract in line with the Framework scope.ceiling above26 Mar 2026Awarded
Lot 6 · Permanent Vehicle Activated Signs and Associated Equipment1 award
APEL SERVICES LIMITEDSME, Coeval LtdSME, DMA Signs LimitedSME, Mallatite LimitedSME, ROADSIDE TECHNOLOGIES LTDSME, SWARCO UK & Ireland +3 more17 Apr 2026 – 16 Apr 2028 · up to 16 Apr 2030Extensions: The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 24 months (under normal circumstances this will either be completed in full or in 12-month periods and is subject to the performance of the framework). The total estimated framework value captured in this notice includes the option to extend as noted above. Note: The award value per lot as captured in this notice is for the overall framework (the same overall value being captured against each lot), as ESPO offers no guarantees or estimates of value that may pass through each individual lot (but the overall usage across all lots is not expected to exceed this overall framework value). · Options: ESPO reserves the right to add or remove units to be provided throughout the life of the contract in line with the Framework scope.ceiling above26 Mar 2026Awarded
Lot 7 · Temporary Traffic Signs1 award
ANSCO SIGNS LTDSME, APEL SERVICES LIMITEDSME, DMA Signs LimitedSME, ROYAL BRITISH VETERANS ENTERPRISE LTD.SME, Wood & Wood International Signs LtdSME17 Apr 2026 – 16 Apr 2028 · up to 16 Apr 2030Extensions: The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 24 months (under normal circumstances this will either be completed in full or in 12-month periods and is subject to the performance of the framework). The total estimated framework value captured in this notice includes the option to extend as noted above. Note: The award value per lot as captured in this notice is for the overall framework (the same overall value being captured against each lot), as ESPO offers no guarantees or estimates of value that may pass through each individual lot (but the overall usage across all lots is not expected to exceed this overall framework value). · Options: ESPO reserves the right to add or remove units to be provided throughout the life of the contract in line with the Framework scope.ceiling above26 Mar 2026Awarded
Lot 8 · Permanent Traffic and Electric Vehicle Charging Point Signs, and Associated Posts, Fixings and Attachments1 award
ANSCO SIGNS LTDSME, APEL SERVICES LIMITEDSME, DMA Signs LimitedSME, Limelight SignsSME, Mallatite LimitedSME, Nuneaton Signs LtdSME +3 more17 Apr 2026 – 16 Apr 2028 · up to 16 Apr 2030Extensions: The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 24 months (under normal circumstances this will either be completed in full or in 12-month periods and is subject to the performance of the framework). The total estimated framework value captured in this notice includes the option to extend as noted above. Note: The award value per lot as captured in this notice is for the overall framework (the same overall value being captured against each lot), as ESPO offers no guarantees or estimates of value that may pass through each individual lot (but the overall usage across all lots is not expected to exceed this overall framework value). · Options: ESPO reserves the right to add or remove units to be provided throughout the life of the contract in line with the Framework scope.ceiling above26 Mar 2026Awarded

Contracts

All 8 of these contracts carry the same published figure, £15,000,000, the framework's maximum for the whole notice, not each contract's own value. They are not eleven separate sums.

  • Lot 1. Health and Safety and Related Signs (ESPO Catalogue) · DMA Signs LimitedSME, Nuneaton Signs LtdSME, Stocksigns LtdSME, VIKING SIGNS LTDSME

    Signed
    17 Apr 2026
    Value
    ceiling above
    Period
    17 Apr 2026 – 16 Apr 2028 · up to 16 Apr 2030 with extensions
    Status
    active
    Extensions
    The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 24 months (under normal circumstances this will either be completed in full or in 12-month periods and is subject to the performance of the framework). The total estimated framework value captured in this notice includes the option to extend as noted above. Note: The award value per lot as captured in this notice is for the overall framework (the same overall value being captured against each lot), as ESPO offers no guarantees or estimates of value that may pass through each individual lot (but the overall usage across all lots is not expected to exceed this overall framework value).
    Options
    ESPO reserves the right to add or remove units to be provided throughout the life of the contract in line with the Framework scope.

  • Lot 2. Corporate Signs · ANDOR MANAGEMENT LIMITEDSME, APEL SERVICES LIMITEDSME, Graphic Arts (Coventry) LtdSME, I S CONSULTANCY (UK) LTD (t/a IS Group)SME, Model Signage LimitedSME, ROYAL BRITISH VETERANS ENTERPRISE LTD.SME +9 more

    Signed
    17 Apr 2026
    Value
    ceiling above
    Period
    17 Apr 2026 – 16 Apr 2028 · up to 16 Apr 2030 with extensions
    Status
    active
    Extensions
    The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 24 months (under normal circumstances this will either be completed in full or in 12-month periods and is subject to the performance of the framework). The total estimated framework value captured in this notice includes the option to extend as noted above. Note: The award value per lot as captured in this notice is for the overall framework (the same overall value being captured against each lot), as ESPO offers no guarantees or estimates of value that may pass through each individual lot (but the overall usage across all lots is not expected to exceed this overall framework value).
    Options
    ESPO reserves the right to add or remove units to be provided throughout the life of the contract in line with the Framework scope.

  • Lot 3. Road Name Signs · APEL SERVICES LIMITEDSME, Colorset North LimitedSME, DMA Signs LimitedSME, Mallatite LimitedSME, Nuneaton Signs LtdSME, ROYAL BRITISH VETERANS ENTERPRISE LTD.SME +1 more

    Signed
    17 Apr 2026
    Value
    ceiling above
    Period
    17 Apr 2026 – 16 Apr 2028 · up to 16 Apr 2030 with extensions
    Status
    active
    Extensions
    The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 24 months (under normal circumstances this will either be completed in full or in 12-month periods and is subject to the performance of the framework). The total estimated framework value captured in this notice includes the option to extend as noted above. Note: The award value per lot as captured in this notice is for the overall framework (the same overall value being captured against each lot), as ESPO offers no guarantees or estimates of value that may pass through each individual lot (but the overall usage across all lots is not expected to exceed this overall framework value).
    Options
    ESPO reserves the right to add or remove units to be provided throughout the life of the contract in line with the Framework scope.

  • Lot 4. Electronic Signs · ALLSIGNS INTERNATIONAL LIMITEDSME, APEL SERVICES LIMITEDSME, Coeval LtdSME, DMA Signs LimitedSME, I S CONSULTANCY (UK) LTD (t/a IS Group)SME, MS-GROUP LIMITED t/a Morgans ConsultSME +2 more

    Signed
    17 Apr 2026
    Value
    ceiling above
    Period
    17 Apr 2026 – 16 Apr 2028 · up to 16 Apr 2030 with extensions
    Status
    active
    Extensions
    The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 24 months (under normal circumstances this will either be completed in full or in 12-month periods and is subject to the performance of the framework). The total estimated framework value captured in this notice includes the option to extend as noted above. Note: The award value per lot as captured in this notice is for the overall framework (the same overall value being captured against each lot), as ESPO offers no guarantees or estimates of value that may pass through each individual lot (but the overall usage across all lots is not expected to exceed this overall framework value).
    Options
    ESPO reserves the right to add or remove units to be provided throughout the life of the contract in line with the Framework scope.

  • Lot 5. Wayfinding Signs (Including Interactive) · ALLSIGNS INTERNATIONAL LIMITEDSME, ANDOR MANAGEMENT LIMITEDSME, APEL SERVICES LIMITEDSME, DMA Signs LimitedSME, I S CONSULTANCY (UK) LTD (t/a IS Group)SME, Model Signage LimitedSME +3 more

    Signed
    17 Apr 2026
    Value
    ceiling above
    Period
    17 Apr 2026 – 16 Apr 2028 · up to 16 Apr 2030 with extensions
    Status
    active
    Extensions
    The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 24 months (under normal circumstances this will either be completed in full or in 12-month periods and is subject to the performance of the framework). The total estimated framework value captured in this notice includes the option to extend as noted above. Note: The award value per lot as captured in this notice is for the overall framework (the same overall value being captured against each lot), as ESPO offers no guarantees or estimates of value that may pass through each individual lot (but the overall usage across all lots is not expected to exceed this overall framework value).
    Options
    ESPO reserves the right to add or remove units to be provided throughout the life of the contract in line with the Framework scope.

  • Lot 6. Permanent Vehicle Activated Signs and Associated Equipment · APEL SERVICES LIMITEDSME, Coeval LtdSME, DMA Signs LimitedSME, Mallatite LimitedSME, ROADSIDE TECHNOLOGIES LTDSME, SWARCO UK & Ireland +3 more

    Signed
    17 Apr 2026
    Value
    ceiling above
    Period
    17 Apr 2026 – 16 Apr 2028 · up to 16 Apr 2030 with extensions
    Status
    active
    Extensions
    The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 24 months (under normal circumstances this will either be completed in full or in 12-month periods and is subject to the performance of the framework). The total estimated framework value captured in this notice includes the option to extend as noted above. Note: The award value per lot as captured in this notice is for the overall framework (the same overall value being captured against each lot), as ESPO offers no guarantees or estimates of value that may pass through each individual lot (but the overall usage across all lots is not expected to exceed this overall framework value).
    Options
    ESPO reserves the right to add or remove units to be provided throughout the life of the contract in line with the Framework scope.

  • Lot 7. Temporary Traffic Signs · ANSCO SIGNS LTDSME, APEL SERVICES LIMITEDSME, DMA Signs LimitedSME, ROYAL BRITISH VETERANS ENTERPRISE LTD.SME, Wood & Wood International Signs LtdSME

    Signed
    17 Apr 2026
    Value
    ceiling above
    Period
    17 Apr 2026 – 16 Apr 2028 · up to 16 Apr 2030 with extensions
    Status
    active
    Extensions
    The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 24 months (under normal circumstances this will either be completed in full or in 12-month periods and is subject to the performance of the framework). The total estimated framework value captured in this notice includes the option to extend as noted above. Note: The award value per lot as captured in this notice is for the overall framework (the same overall value being captured against each lot), as ESPO offers no guarantees or estimates of value that may pass through each individual lot (but the overall usage across all lots is not expected to exceed this overall framework value).
    Options
    ESPO reserves the right to add or remove units to be provided throughout the life of the contract in line with the Framework scope.

  • Lot 8. Permanent Traffic and Electric Vehicle Charging Point Signs, and Associated Posts, Fixings and Attachments · ANSCO SIGNS LTDSME, APEL SERVICES LIMITEDSME, DMA Signs LimitedSME, Limelight SignsSME, Mallatite LimitedSME, Nuneaton Signs LtdSME +3 more

    Signed
    17 Apr 2026
    Value
    ceiling above
    Period
    17 Apr 2026 – 16 Apr 2028 · up to 16 Apr 2030 with extensions
    Status
    active
    Extensions
    The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 24 months (under normal circumstances this will either be completed in full or in 12-month periods and is subject to the performance of the framework). The total estimated framework value captured in this notice includes the option to extend as noted above. Note: The award value per lot as captured in this notice is for the overall framework (the same overall value being captured against each lot), as ESPO offers no guarantees or estimates of value that may pass through each individual lot (but the overall usage across all lots is not expected to exceed this overall framework value).
    Options
    ESPO reserves the right to add or remove units to be provided throughout the life of the contract in line with the Framework scope.

Bid statistics published by the authority

LotBidsSMEVCSEValid bid range
1 · Health and Safety and Related Signs (ESPO Catalogue)8final-stage tenders · 32 at stage one80—
2 · Corporate Signs15final-stage tenders · 32 at stage one150—
3 · Road Name Signs7final-stage tenders · 32 at stage one70—
4 · Electronic Signs8final-stage tenders · 32 at stage one80—
5 · Wayfinding Signs (Including Interactive)9final-stage tenders · 32 at stage one90—
6 · Permanent Vehicle Activated Signs and Associated Equipment9final-stage tenders · 32 at stage one80—
7 · Temporary Traffic Signs5final-stage tenders · 32 at stage one50—
8 · Permanent Traffic and Electric Vehicle Charging Point Signs, and Associated Posts, Fixings and Attachments9final-stage tenders · 32 at stage one90—

Who bid

Bidders as named on the Procurement Act 2023 award notice. “Won” means the bidder holds an award on this notice.

Contracting authority & participating public bodies

Leicestershire County Council, trading as ESPO

Contracting authorityPublic authority - sub-central government GB-PPON: PYDD-1122-TCVN Barnsdale Way, Grove Park, Enderby, Leicester, East Midlands, LE19 1ESContact name, email

Framework contractors & participating bidders

27 commercial parties on the notice · 26 awarded
  • ALLSIGNS INTERNATIONAL LIMITEDFramework contractorGB-COH: 03794781 Brunel Industrial Estate, Blyth Road, Harworth, East Midlands, DN11 8QAContact email
  • ANDOR MANAGEMENT LIMITEDFramework contractorGB-COH: 14726008 Upper Deck, Admirals Quarters,Portsmouth Road, Thames Ditton, South East, KT7 0XAContact email
  • ANSCO SIGNS LIMITEDFramework contractorGB-COH: SC275081 19a Tomich Industrial Estate, Muir Of Ord, Scotland, IV6 7WAContact email
  • APEL SERVICES LIMITEDFramework contractorGB-COH: 11481718 71-75 Shelton Street, Covent Garden, London, London, WC2H 9JQContact email
  • COEVAL LIMITEDFramework contractorGB-COH: SC103497 Clyde Offices 2nd Floor, 48 West George Street, Glasgow, Scotland, G2 1BPContact email
  • COLORSET NORTH LTDFramework contractorGB-COH: 11275676 14 Castle Mount Crescent, Bakewell, East Midlands, DE45 1ATContact email
  • DMA SIGNS LIMITEDFramework contractorGB-COH: 04293985 Unit 9, The Axis Centre, Cleeve Road, Leatherhead, South East, KT22 7RDContact email
  • GRAPHIC ARTS (COVENTRY) LTDFramework contractorGB-COH: 08422858 Welcome House, Falkland Close, Coventry, West Midlands, CV4 8AUContact email
  • HIRST SIGNS LIMITEDFramework contractorGB-COH: 02093728 Units 4-5, Cresswell Business Park, Collery Road Creswell, Worksop, East Midlands, S80 4BXContact email
  • HORNBECK LTD (previously t/a Landmark)Framework contractorGB-COH: 07617882 32 Henry Road, New Barnet, London, EN4 8BDContact email
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  • I S CONSULTANCY (UK) LTD (t/a IS Group)Framework contractorGB-COH: 03119795 Enterprise House Unit 1 Aber Park Industrial Estate, Flint, Wales, CH6 5EXContact email
  • LIMELIGHT SIGNS LIMITEDFramework contractorGB-COH: 02468261 Riverside, Newchurch Road, Bacup, North West, OL13 0DTContact email
  • MALLATITE LIMITEDFramework contractorGB-COH: 02621328 Westhaven House, Arleston Way, Shirley, Solihull, West Midlands, B90 4LHContact email
  • MODEL SIGNAGE LIMITEDFramework contractorGB-COH: 06566991 Epsilon House, West Road, Ipswich, East of England, IP3 9FJContact email
  • MS-GROUP LIMITED (t/a Morgans Consult)Framework contractorGB-COH: 00821400 285 Cowbridge Road West, Cardiff, Wales, CF5 5TDContact email
  • NUNEATON SIGNS LIMITEDFramework contractorGB-COH: 07207123 Kelsey Close, Nuneaton, West Midlands, CV11 6RSContact email
  • ROADSIDE TECHNOLOGIES LTDFramework contractorGB-COH: 9500094 Ireland Industrial Estate Griffin Close, Staveley, East Midlands, S43 3LJContact email
  • ROYAL BRITISH VETERANS ENTERPRISE LTDFramework contractorGB-COH: 00158479 Hall Road, Aylesford, South East, ME20 7NLContact email
  • SNAPFAST LTDFramework contractorGB-COH: 11948698 Unit 1 Park Court Ninth Avenue, Team Valley Trading Estate, Gateshead, North East, NE11 0EHContact email
  • STOCKSIGNS LIMITEDFramework contractorGB-COH: 00556959 43/47 Ormside Way, Holmethorpe Industrial Estate, Redhill, South East, RH1 2LGContact email
  • STORM ENVIRONMENTAL LIMITEDBidder / tendererGB-COH: 06684647 Unit 8 Haynes Point, Stourport Road, Kidderminster, West Midlands, DY11 7QP
  • SWARCO UK & IRELAND LTDFramework contractorGB-COH: 01490333 Hazelwood House Lime Tree Way, Chineham Business Park, Basingstoke, South East, RG24 8WZContact email
  • TRUEFORM ENGINEERING LIMITEDFramework contractorGB-COH: 01324196 Unit 12 Pasadena Trading Estate, Pasadena Close, Pump Lane, Hayes, London, UB3 3NQContact email
  • VIKING SIGNS LTDFramework contractorGB-COH: 06081360 Unit 1b Dysart Road, Grantham, East Midlands, NG31 7LEContact email
  • VINYL GRAPHICS LIMITEDFramework contractorGB-COH: 01229842 Unit 1 Smallmead Road, Reading, South East, RG2 0QSContact email
  • WESTCOTEC LIMITEDFramework contractorGB-COH: 4208260 34 Bertie Ward Way, Rash's Green Ind Estate, Dereham, East of England, NR19 1TEContact email
  • WOOD & WOOD INTERNATIONAL SIGNS LIMITEDFramework contractorGB-COH: 00926425 Stanley House Heron Road, Sowton Industrial Estate, Exeter, South West, EX2 7LXContact email

Official documents & specifications (38)

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Tender pack and attachments

  • Signed contract contractSigned contractPDF344 _26 Framework Schedule 3- Form of Contract and Call Off Terms
  • Signed contract contractSigned contractPDF344 _26 Framework Schedule 3- Form of Contract and Call Off Terms
  • Signed contract contractSigned contractPDF344_26 Framework Agreement
  • Signed contract contractSigned contractPDF344 _26 Framework Schedule 3- Form of Contract and Call Off Terms
  • Signed contract contractSigned contractPDF344 _26 Framework Schedule 3- Form of Contract and Call Off Terms
  • Signed contract contractSigned contractPDF344_26 Framework Agreement
  • Signed contract contractSigned contractPDF344 _26 Framework Schedule 3- Form of Contract and Call Off Terms
  • Signed contract contractSigned contractPDF344_26 Framework Agreement
  • Signed contract contractSigned contractPDF344 _26 Framework Schedule 3- Form of Contract and Call Off Terms

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