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CWF Lot 2A - Nichol Gill Culvert Saddle Construction

WESTMORLAND AND FURNESS COUNCIL

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09 Feb 2026 at 10:42

Summary of the contracting process

Westmorland and Furness Council recently completed a procurement process for the "CWF Lot 2A - Nichol Gill Culvert Saddle Construction," focusing on reinforced concrete construction work in England. The procurement, valued at £54,000, was conducted using an open procedure, and Story Contracting Limited was awarded the contract valued at £45,566.89. Key dates include the tender period end on 16 January 2026, contract start on 2 February 2026, and completion by 31 March 2026. This procurement process falls under the construction industry category ("45000000 - Construction work") and showcases the council's commitment to engaging SMEs, with a focus on delivering infrastructure projects in the United Kingdom.

This tender offers significant business growth opportunities, particularly for businesses specialising in construction work capable of handling reinforced concrete projects. SMEs stand a beneficial chance, given the procurement's suitability criteria, targeting companies with expertise in structural construction alongside experience working on local government projects. The awarded contract signifies substantial potential for economic activity and infrastructural development, making it an excellent prospect for constructors seeking to expand their portfolio and regional footprint within the UK's infrastructure landscape.

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Notice Title

CWF Lot 2A - Nichol Gill Culvert Saddle Construction

Notice Description

The contract will be to undertake the construction of a reinforced concrete saddle that will be tied into the existing spandrel walls.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-429d585f-2499-4fec-ba4b-69dbe78cbce3
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/40123358-4a28-44c6-ab2d-3769c1257049
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£54,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£45,566 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
16 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Jan 20261 months ago
Contract Period
2 Feb 2026 - 31 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
WESTMORLAND AND FURNESS COUNCIL
Contact Name
Mandy Atkinson
Contact Email
procurement.capital.waf@cumbria.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 3003733300

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

STORY CONTRACTING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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