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Barrow Multi-Modal Transport Study

WESTMORLAND AND FURNESS COUNCIL

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07 Jul 2026 at 10:56

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Summary of the contracting process

The Barrow Multi-Modal Transport Study, commissioned by Westmorland and Furness Council, focuses on assessing the effects of employment and economic expansion in Barrow with a thorough examination of potential interventions to support this growth. This procurement, classified under infrastructure works consultancy services (CPV code 71311300), concluded the award stage with Ove Arup & Partners Limited selected as the supplier on 20th May 2026. The open procedure method facilitated the tendering process, with the award valued at £134,900 and the contract scheduled to run from 13th July 2026 to 15th January 2027. The study is aimed predominantly in England, underlining opportunities within the services industry category.

This tender provides a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in infrastructure consultancy services. It is particularly suited for large-scale enterprises, as demonstrated by the engagement of Ove Arup & Partners Limited. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) may also find prospects in subcontracting or forming collaborative ties. Businesses with expertise in analysing economic growth scenarios and implementing strategic interventions are optimally positioned to benefit, contributing to the long-term infrastructure development in the Barrow region. This procurement highlights the scope for businesses aiming to partake in transformative projects that promote regional economic expansion.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Barrow Multi-Modal Transport Study

Notice Description

Barrow Multi-Modal Transport Study Study will assess the impact of jobs and economic growth in Barrow through the use of scenarios and identify potential intervention measures required to support this growth.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f8b1d7e7-76cf-4e2c-bf1c-f72c7a3b3055
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71311300 - Infrastructure works consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£216,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£134,900 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
7 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 May 20261 months ago
Contract Period
12 Jul 2026 - 15 Jan 2027 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
WESTMORLAND AND FURNESS COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
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

OVE ARUP & PARTNERS

Further Information

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