Active Travel 2026 - Phase 1

BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN BOROUGH COUNCIL

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10 Jun 2026 at 15:23

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "Active Travel 2026 - Phase 1" was led by Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council focusing on civil engineering and construction works in Blackburn, England. This project entails improvements on Gorse Street and Lower Audley Street and involves various infrastructure modifications such as pedestrian crossings and lighting adjustments. The procurement process followed an open procedure, and the contract was completed on 18th May 2026. Key dates included the tender period ending on 5th March 2026, with the contract awarded on 26th March 2026. The total value of the contract amounted to £344,453.66.

This tender offers valuable opportunities for companies involved in civil engineering and related construction fields, particularly those specialising in public infrastructure improvements. Given the suitability criteria, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) would find this contract particularly attractive, as it encourages their participation. With an open procurement method, businesses capable of providing comprehensive civil works, including lighting and pedestrian infrastructure, can leverage this opportunity for growth and enhance their reputation by contributing to a significant municipal project.

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Notice Title

Active Travel 2026 - Phase 1

Notice Description

This Scheme will cover Active Travel improvements on Gorse Street and Lower Audley Street, Blackburn And will encompass the installation of an uncontrolled pedestrian crossing with a kerbed centre island, roadmarking alterations, lighting column relocation, replacement lighting columns, associated electrical works, footway reconstruction, fencing and pedestrian controls, removal of trees, traffic signal civils works and carriageway patching.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-35719603-e10c-4737-b687-ff7861fbdc78
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5e125ab0-c462-464f-8e2a-6a8efe800a64
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45200000 - Works for complete or part construction and civil engineering work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£344,453 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£344,453 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
5 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Mar 20263 months ago
Contract Period
6 Apr 2026 - 18 May 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
BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BLACKBURN
Postcode
BB1 7DY
Post Town
Blackburn
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD4 Lancashire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD41 Blackburn with Darwen
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
Blackburn with Darwen
Electoral Ward
Blackburn Central
Westminster Constituency
Blackburn

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BETHELL CONSTRUCTION

Further Information

Notice Documents

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