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PSF4 Lot 2B Structural Assessments 2025/26

CUMBERLAND COUNCIL

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06 Jan 2026 at 15:10

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "PSF4 Lot 2B Structural Assessments 2025/26" was conducted by Cumberland Council, situated in Carlisle, United Kingdom. This tender falls under the category of Architectural, construction, engineering, and inspection services (CPV: 71000000) and is intended for delivering structural assessments for various bridges within England. The procurement has moved through to the award stage, with the contract having been awarded on 6th January 2026 to WSP UK Ltd. The contract period is set from 22nd January 2026 to 27th March 2026, with a total contract value of £53,695. This procurement was conducted using a method categorised as "Other," and it has provisions making it suitable for SMEs and voluntary, community, and social enterprises.

This tender represents a considerable opportunity for businesses specializing in engineering and structural assessments. Companies with expertise in architectural and engineering services and the capacity to produce detailed structural assessment reports in compliance with current standards would find this opportunity attractive for growth. The procurement's focus on SMEs and VCSEs indicates a potential for smaller, innovative enterprises to leverage this contract as a platform for expanding their operations within the UK public sector. Business entities capable of providing swift, compliant assessment reports and eager to establish or enhance their presence within public infrastructure contracts would be well-suited for such engagements.

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Notice Title

PSF4 Lot 2B Structural Assessments 2025/26

Notice Description

Carry out Structural Assessments in accordance with current standards and preparation of Structural Assessment reports detailing the findings for each bridge.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-236e6787-d2b5-4ec3-ab8a-8a5d0043d30e
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9687715b-b780-47cd-ac65-2d32a928b187
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other -
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£53,695 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£53,695 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
19 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Jan 20261 months ago
Contract Period
22 Jan 2026 - 27 Mar 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CUMBERLAND COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement.capital@cumberland.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Cumberland
Electoral Ward
Castle
Westminster Constituency
Carlisle

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

WSP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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