Street Lighting and Highway Signs

Sunderland City Council

Published: May 18, 2026

Updated: May 19, 2026

Source: uk_fts

About This Opportunity

This is a services contract in the architecture and engineering and construction and civil works sectors, with a focus on Roads. Located in United Kingdom, Europe, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums, with an estimated budget of GBP 50.0 million.

Published through UK FTS - Find a Tender Service, a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for services in the architecture and engineering sector. Service contracts are typically evaluated on both technical quality and price, and may require bidders to demonstrate relevant experience and qualified personnel. This is an advance notice — the formal tender is expected to be published shortly. Interested parties can use this time to prepare documentation and identify potential partners.

Description

This tender, listed on the UK Find a Tender Service (FTS), concerns the provision and maintenance of street lighting and highway signs within the United Kingdom. The contracting authority is seeking a supplier or service provider capable of managing these critical infrastructure elements. The scope of work typically includes the installation of new streetlights and signs, the ongoing maintenance and repair of existing systems, and potentially upgrades to more energy-efficient or technologically advanced solutions (e.g., LED lighting, smart city integration). Requirements will likely involve adherence to national standards for road lighting and signage, ensuring public safety and compliance with traffic regulations. Bidders will need to demonstrate technical expertise, capacity for rapid response to faults, robust asset management systems, and a strong health and safety record, particularly concerning working at height and on or near public highways. Maintenance may include routine inspections, lamp replacements, structural integrity checks, and electrical testing. The tender may be awarded as a single contract or potentially divided into geographical lots, covering the design, supply, installation, and ongoing upkeep of these essential road infrastructure components.

Data provenance

This notice is sourced from UK FTS - Find a Tender Service and was originally published on May 18, 2026. Last refreshed today. Reference: 045521-2026. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.

About Sunderland City Council

Sunderland City Council has issued 88 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 12 currently open and 64 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Information & Communication Technology, Construction & Civil Works, and Governance & Public Administration. All notices are published for United Kingdom. Notices are distributed via UK FTS - Find a Tender Service and UK Contracts Finder. Most recent publication: May 18, 2026.

Frequently asked questions about this tender

Where will the contract be performed?

The contract is for delivery in United Kingdom. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.

How can I submit a bid?

Visit UK FTS - Find a Tender Service to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions. Quote reference 045521-2026 when communicating with the contracting authority.

Who is the contracting authority?

This notice was issued by Sunderland City Council in United Kingdom. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.

What type of contract is this?

This is a Services contract in the Architecture & Engineering Services sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.

What is the estimated budget?

The estimated contract value is £50,000,000 - £50,000,000. Bidders should ensure their proposals are consistent with this range and account for any local taxes and contract execution costs.