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CWF Lot 1B and 2B - Groundworks associated with Earnse Bay Outdoor Centre

WESTMORLAND AND FURNESS COUNCIL

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29 Apr 2025 at 13:22

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process for the project titled "CWF Lot 1B and 2B - Groundworks associated with Earnse Bay Outdoor Centre" has reached the award stage. Managed by Westmorland and Furness Council, located in Kendal, England, this procurement focuses on construction works within the United Kingdom. The tender involved comprehensive groundworks, including road and utility infrastructure, and was finalized with an expected budget of GBP 1,600,000. Key dates include the tender period's end on 7th March 2025, with the contract commencing on 9th May 2025 and running until 2nd February 2026. The procurement was carried out through an unspecified method denoted as "Other".

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses in the construction industry, particularly those involved in infrastructure development and landscaping. The contract was awarded to Thomas Armstrong (Construction) Limited, a large-scale operation, indicating suitability for businesses capable of handling extensive works. Although it does not directly target SMEs or VCSEs, competitive enterprises with the requisite expertise in groundworks, road, and utility projects may find expansion prospects in similar future contracts from Westmorland and Furness Council or other related projects. Engaging in such large-scale public contracts can significantly contribute to business growth by enhancing reputation and expanding operational capacities.

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Notice Title

CWF Lot 1B and 2B - Groundworks associated with Earnse Bay Outdoor Centre

Notice Description

Groundworks, road and utility infrastructure, drainage, foundations (for modular units), fencing, hard and soft landscaping, and procurement and installation of play equipment and camping pods from suitable suppliers

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-4fc76497-7feb-4ab9-b1f4-debc67b23c71
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/909ccb7e-c640-412e-8fef-127dbcb7233d
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other -
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,600,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1,274,521 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Apr 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
7 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Apr 202510 months ago
Contract Period
8 May 2025 - 2 Feb 2026 6-12 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
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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

THOMAS ARMSTRONG (CONSTRUCTION

Further Information

Notice Documents

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