Improvement of Variable Speed Limits and Roadworks Signage Synchronisation for Highways England
Highways England · Awarded contract
AwardedImprovement of Variable Speed Limits and Roadworks Signage Synchronisation for Highways England
Awarded 08 Aug 2019
Awarded08 Aug 2019
Value£150,000.00
SupplierArup
AgencyHighways England
RegionUnited Kingdom
CategoryTransport & Logistics
Ended 6y 7mo ago8mo term
Awarded 8 Aug 2019Expired 30 Mar 2020
About
Highways England awarded a contract to Arup for improving variable speed limits (VSLs) by synchronising roadworks hard signage and VSLs.
The project addressed a key recommended improvement from a comprehensive review commissioned in August 2018 due to customer dissatisfaction.
The work aimed to enhance journey time, increase satisfaction with VSLs, and improve driver behaviour and safety through better compliance.
The contract value was AUD 150,000.
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