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Keswick to Threlkeld Bridge Deck Replacement Design and Installation

THE LAKE DISTRICT NATIONAL PARK AUTHORITY

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03 Aug 2026 at 08:15

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Summary of the contracting process

The Lake District National Park Authority has awarded a contract for the "Keswick to Threlkeld Bridge Deck Replacement Design and Installation." The project involves the design and installation of new decks and parapet guardrails on three historic steel railway bridges located in the North West of England. The procurement falls under the industry category of "Structures of bridges" with additional classifications in bridge and footbridge construction work. The procurement method utilised is a selective call-off from a dynamic purchasing system. Key dates include the award date of 7th April 2026, with the contract period spanning from 27th April 2026 to 1st December 2026. The tender opportunity was previously open until 6th March 2026.

This procurement presents a significant opportunity for businesses within the construction industry, particularly those specialising in bridge and infrastructure works. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to engage, as the procurement was suited for SME participation, with Daniel Boardley T/A DB Contracts, a SME, being the successful supplier. With a contract value of £334,950, there is substantial potential for business growth and involvement in high-profile regional projects, making it ideal for businesses capable of delivering complex infrastructure solutions within the specified timelines.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Keswick to Threlkeld Bridge Deck Replacement Design and Installation

Notice Description

This tender is for the Design and Installation of completely new decks and parapet guardrails to be installed onto three of the existing historic steel railway bridges, bridges 59, 73 and 74, together with the removal and disposal of the existing timber decks and parapet guardrails on the same.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-5d94c3d7-130c-4e55-bb46-14d9b86268be
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a05812b3-2f54-4166-bca8-55b075e55b13
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a dynamic purchasing system
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

44212120 - Structures of bridges

45221100 - Construction work for bridges

45221110 - Bridge construction work

45221113 - Footbridge construction work

45221119 - Bridge renewal construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£334,950 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£334,950 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Aug 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
6 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Apr 20264 months ago
Contract Period
26 Apr 2026 - 1 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
THE LAKE DISTRICT NATIONAL PARK AUTHORITY
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 7RL
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 South
Westminster Constituency
Westmorland and Lonsdale

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

DANIEL BOARDLEY T/A DB CONTRACTS

Further Information

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