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CWF Lot 2A - Replacement of Dragley Beck Footbridge

WESTMORLAND AND FURNESS COUNCIL

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03 Nov 2025 at 14:25

Summary of the contracting process

Westmorland and Furness Council has successfully awarded a contract for the replacement of Dragley Beck Footbridge, located in Ulverston, as part of an open procurement process. The procurement, classified under the construction work industry category (CPV code 45000000), had a tender period ending on 5th September 2025, with the contract commencing on 16th June 2026 and fulfilling by 30th September 2026. The tender, valued at £127,666.30, was awarded to Metcalfe Plant Hire Limited. This initiative falls under the '"works"' procurement category and was carried out using an open procedure, with the award officially recorded on 3rd November 2025. The project holds particular emphasis on engaging SMEs, although it wasn't specifically targeted towards VCSEs.

This construction project provides substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in infrastructure development and construction, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises within the region. By focusing on the replacement of a key footbridge, the contract offers a significant chance for such businesses to expand their portfolios and gain visibility in public sector supply chains. Companies with expertise in civil engineering, bridge construction, and infrastructure enhancement would find themselves well-suited to compete for similar tenders in the future, aligning with the council's emphasis on engaging SMEs in its procurement processes.

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Notice Title

CWF Lot 2A - Replacement of Dragley Beck Footbridge

Notice Description

This project involves the design and replacement of Dragley Beck FB on the U5708 in Ulverston.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-c3788c52-fffe-4f55-b4a8-3ebab4e0d7d6
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/75004160-6278-4613-b32c-5ed4f49591f7
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£127,666 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£127,666 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
5 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Nov 20253 months ago
Contract Period
15 Jun 2026 - 30 Sep 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
Mandy Atkinson
Contact Email
procurement.capital.waf@cumbria.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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

METCALFE PLANT HIRE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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