Technical Support for Road Layout Departures

National Highways is seeking technical support services to provide assurance and advice on road layout departures from standards and applications for non-prescribed traffic sign authorizations. The main goal of this work is to assist the Safer Roads Design (SRD) team in achieving key performance measures through a 'right first time' approach. This will involve: - Reviewing departures from standards related to road geometry and traffic signs, and providing recommendations to the SRD team specialists within agreed timelines and quality standards. - Supporting the SRD team by reviewing applications for non-prescribed traffic signs according to Department for Transport and National Highways procedures, within set deadlines. - Offering specialist technical advice to support Operations Directorate, Major Projects, Service Providers, and the UK construction industry, and facilitating external expert guidance when necessary. - Acting as a reliable partner to internal and external clients by providing timely, high-quality advice on road safety issues.