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PSF4 Lot 2A- Confined Spaces Principal Bridge Inspections 2025/26

WESTMORLAND AND FURNESS COUNCIL

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25 Sep 2025 at 13:42

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "PSF4 Lot 2A- Confined Spaces Principal Bridge Inspections 2025/26" was conducted by Westmorland and Furness Council. This contract, associated with the Architectural, Construction, Engineering and Inspection Services industry category, entailed inspections across seven bridge sites within the highway network in England, United Kingdom. The procurement followed an open procedure, indicating transparency and broad competition. Key dates included the tender period end date of 1st August 2025 and a contract period from 18th August 2025 to 19th December 2025. The procurement stage has been completed, with an award made to Waterman Infrastructure & Environment, a large-scale supplier, on 17th August 2025.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities for companies experienced in specialised inspection services, particularly those capable of operating within confined spaces. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) were considered suitable for this contract, providing opportunities for agile companies in the engineering and construction inspection industry to expand their portfolios. The awarded contract valued at £18,390 underscores the importance and investment in critical infrastructure safety and can serve as a stepping stone for companies looking to strengthen their credentials in government contracts.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

PSF4 Lot 2A- Confined Spaces Principal Bridge Inspections 2025/26

Notice Description

Westmorland & Furness (W&F) Council has identified 7 bridge sites on the highway network where Confined Spaces Principal Bridge Inspections are required and requires a supplier to undertake the inspections and complete a Confined Spaces Principal Bridge Inspection report for each bridge. The bridges are identified in Appendix 1 - Confined Spaces Principal Bridge Inspection List 2025-26 of the scope. The list details the bridges in each area and also includes construction information and location information.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-2e904dfb-34d5-4ce2-8d65-85dc39df5c58
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3cda17ea-e33a-441e-8407-8b7a61377ab6
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

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£24,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£18,390 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
1 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Aug 20256 months ago
Contract Period
17 Aug 2025 - 19 Dec 2025 1-6 months
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
KENDAL
Postcode
LA9 4DQ
Post Town
Lancaster
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD1 Cumbria
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD14 Westmorland and Furness
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
Westmorland and Furness
Electoral Ward
Kendal Strickland and Fell
Westminster Constituency
Westmorland and Lonsdale

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

WATERMAN INFRASTRUCTURE & ENVIRONMENT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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