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Lot 1b - in the Eden and South Lakeland areas closing 2 August 2023

WESTMORLAND AND FURNESS COUNCIL

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07 Apr 2026 at 10:47

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "Lot 1b - in the Eden and South Lakeland areas" was conducted by Westmorland and Furness Council, located in Carlisle, United Kingdom. This contract falls under the services industry category of transport services (excluding waste transport). The procurement process followed an open procedure method and is currently at the award stage as of 7 April 2026. The tender period closed on 2 August 2023, with the contract set to run from 1 September 2023 to 31 August 2027. The procurement is especially accommodating to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses in the transport services sector, with a contract value of £198,740. Hobans Contracting Cars, a large-scale business, has been awarded the contract, showcasing the potential for sizeable organisations to secure contracts in this region. However, the tender also encourages participation from SMEs, making it an excellent opportunity for smaller businesses looking to expand their market presence in the Eden and South Lakeland areas. By engaging in contracts like this, businesses can strengthen their portfolios and contribute to local economic growth.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Lot 1b - in the Eden and South Lakeland areas closing 2 August 2023

Notice Description

Lot 1b - in the Eden and South Lakeland areas closing 2 August 2023

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-11d35344-9f45-4e36-8293-d21f4cf9f75b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9e626fb0-b589-4add-a082-4e9869ca98d9
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

CPV Codes

60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£198,740 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
2 Aug 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Aug 20232 years ago
Contract Period
31 Aug 2023 - 31 Aug 2027 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WESTMORLAND AND FURNESS COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CARLISLE
Postcode
CA1 1RD
Post Town
Carlisle
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD1 Cumbria
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD13 Cumberland
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Cumberland
Electoral Ward
Castle
Westminster Constituency
Carlisle

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

HOBANS CONTRACTING CARS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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