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13 Jul 2026 at 09:44

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the refurbishment of toilets at Fell Street, Barrow in Furness, was undertaken by Westmorland and Furness Council. This project is categorised under the construction industry with a CPV classification code of 45000000. It involved construction works such as installing new doors and windows, non-slip resin flooring, and other finishing works. The process was initiated as a tender and has progressed to the award stage, with the contract being awarded on 4th March 2026. The contract period extends from 23rd March 2026 to 4th May 2026. This procurement used a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The delivery region is the North West of the United Kingdom, and the project value is £116,038.20.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses in the construction sector, particularly those capable of performing refurbishment works involving modern building practices and materials. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs), as well as voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), were noted as suitable candidates, indicating an inclusive procurement approach that encourages such businesses to participate. B & K Builders Limited, an SME, successfully secured the contract, demonstrating that companies of this size can effectively compete for similar projects. Businesses with relevant experience and a strong portfolio in similar refurbishment projects might find similar opportunities to expand their clientele and portfolio through such government contracts.

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Notice Title

Toilet Refurbishment at Fell Street, Barrow in Furness

Notice Description

The project includes the refurbishment of the male, female, and accessible toilets at Fell Street. The works will include the installation of new doors and windows, non-slip resin flooring, Bushboard cubicles, mirrors, and associated finishing works

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-5d17bbaa-e01b-42c2-8ce7-8255b4c144b1
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/24c0dcfa-a6f6-446b-a284-c1ab2488a3ed
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£90,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£116,038 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Jul 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
27 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 Mar 20264 months ago
Contract Period
23 Mar 2026 - 4 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
WESTMORLAND AND FURNESS COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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
TLD North 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

B & K BUILDERS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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