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UK5 - Transparency Notice

National Highways

Buyer Contact Info

Buyer Name: National Highways

Buyer Address: Bridge House, 1 Walnut Tree Close, Guildford, UKJ25, GU1 4LZ, United Kingdom

Contact Name: Hywel Jones

Contact Email: otcf@nationalhighways.co.uk

Status
complete
Procedure
direct
Value
1625151.79 GBP
Published
06 Aug 2025, 13:19
Deadline
n/a
Contract Start
31 Aug 2025, 23:00
Contract End
31 Aug 2026, 22:59
Category
n/a
CPV
34996000 - Control, safety or signalling equipment for roads
Region
n/a
Awarded To
NAVTECH RADAR LIMITED
Official Source
Open Find a Tender

Description

Stopped Vehicle Detection radar is used on smart motorways in the UK to automatically identify vehicles that have come to a halt in live lanes. Its purpose is to quickly alert traffic control centres so they can close lanes, warn other drivers, and dispatch help, improving safety and reducing collision risks. The purpose of the proposed contract is to provide support and maintenance services in relation to the radar that form part of the Stopped Vehicle Detection system.

Linked Documents

No linked documents found for this notice.

Opportunity Context

Lots

Lot 1 Status: complete

Lot 1 SME Suitable: Yes

Documents

Document Description: Not published

Awards

Award Title: ORT0168 – Stopped Vehicle Detection

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