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Homes England-DaRTS-Barrow Growth Strategy-Barrow in Furness

HOMES ENGLAND (THE NAME ADOPTED BY THE HOMES AND COMMUNITIES AGENCY)

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18 Feb 2026 at 14:48

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for technical services related to the Barrow Growth Strategy involves the buying organisation Homes England, also known as the Homes and Communities Agency. The contract, titled "Homes England-DaRTS-Barrow Growth Strategy-Barrow in Furness," was classified under architectural, construction, engineering, and inspection services, assigned CPV code 71000000. It is located in England, United Kingdom. This award process commenced with a tender and concluded on 23rd January 2026, with the award stage taking place on 18th February 2026. The contract period is set from 20th February 2026 to 31st December 2026, valuing at £433,788.75. The procurement method specifics were marked as "Not applicable."

The tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in architectural and engineering services, particularly those looking to expand their operations in the public sector. Suitable for SMEs but not VCSE organisations, the project aligns with businesses that can contribute to strategic growth developments in Barrow in Furness. Ove Arup & Partners Ltd, a large-scale enterprise, was identified as the successful supplier for this tender. Companies with expertise in urban development, technical services, and strategic planning, seeking long-term engagement in regional growth projects, will find this contract advantageous for fostering business growth and collaboration with a prominent government agency like Homes England.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Homes England-DaRTS-Barrow Growth Strategy-Barrow in Furness

Notice Description

Technical services for the Barrow Growth Strategy

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-38b3eca5-9a8e-43a3-bdb1-5344739019f7
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/101829e7-01e6-459b-83a4-7da55f9a83cf
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not applicable
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
£433,788 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£433,788 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Feb 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
23 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Feb 20266 days ago
Contract Period
20 Feb 2026 - 31 Dec 2026 6-12 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
HOMES ENGLAND (THE NAME ADOPTED BY THE HOMES AND COMMUNITIES AGENCY)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE
Postcode
NE4 5BZ
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC43 Tyneside
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
Newcastle upon Tyne
Electoral Ward
Arthur's Hill
Westminster Constituency
Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

OVE ARUP & PARTNERS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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