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Lot 2A- The Undertaking of Road Safety Studies 2026-2027

WESTMORLAND AND FURNESS COUNCIL

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11 Feb 2026 at 14:12

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Summary of the contracting process

The Westmorland and Furness Council has completed the procurement process for "Lot 2A- The Undertaking of Road Safety Studies 2026-2027", focusing on architectural, construction, engineering, and inspection services. The tender was issued under an open procurement method, specifically an open procedure, and has moved to the award stage as of 11 February 2026. The contract, awarded to Waterman Infrastructure & Environment Ltd, is valued at £57,488 and covers services to be conducted from 27 January 2026 to 31 March 2027. The studies aim to address road safety concerns in England, United Kingdom, helping identify and remedy infrastructure issues like road markings and traffic signs at problematic sites.

This tender represents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in engineering safety studies and infrastructure analysis to expand their portfolio within the UK public sector. The focus on safety improvements and engineering solutions provides a niche but valuable market, ideal for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) interested in public procurement. Waterman Infrastructure & Environment Ltd's successful bid underscores the competitive advantage such firms may have in understanding regional safety concerns and delivering tailored solutions to local governments. Businesses with expertise in route analysis and infrastructure remedial design would be well-positioned to compete in similar tenders.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Lot 2A- The Undertaking of Road Safety Studies 2026-2027

Notice Description

To undertake Engineering Safety Studies (ESS) in response to multiple safety concerns of the public or partners, as brought to the attention of the local Cumbria Road Safety Partnership (CRSP) Group or triggered by collision criteria being reached. Studies which look to find similarities between collisions that have occurred at a single site or across a route which would indicate that there may be a determinable problem with an aspect of the infrastructure, such as road markings or traffic signs. The study will identify and present initial options for remedial measures indicating First Year rate of Return and recommended scheme(s) within a Report.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-8a459094-ce0d-4b80-91a9-aec10dc8801f
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e79ad84c-0396-402b-8f5e-8154bcb49729
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

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
£48,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£57,488 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
31 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Jan 20264 weeks ago
Contract Period
27 Jan 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 1-2 years
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
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

WATERMAN INFRASTRUCTURE & ENVIRONMENT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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