Award

PSF4 Lot 1B - Complex Needs Residential Children's Home - Westwood, Carlisle (RIBA Stages 3-7)

CUMBERLAND COUNCIL

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Award

18 Mar 2026 at 15:55

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Summary of the contracting process

This procurement process involves Cumberland Council, which has awarded a contract titled "PSF4 Lot 1B - Complex Needs Residential Children's Home - Westwood, Carlisle (RIBA Stages 3-7)." The contract falls under the industry category of architectural, construction, engineering, and inspection services, specifically within the region of England, United Kingdom. The procurement stage is complete, with the award status being active as of 18th March 2026. The contract period is set to commence on 30th March 2026 and conclude on 31st May 2027. This process followed a specialist procurement method, signifying a tailored approach suited to specific procurement needs.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specializing in construction and engineering services, particularly those experienced in designing complex needs residential facilities. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) would find this contract advantageous due to its suitability criteria favouring them. Businesses capable of managing detailed designs and project management under NEC4 Professional Services call-off contracts can leverage this opportunity for growth. Additionally, firms offering technical input, contract administration, and support roles such as an NEC4 Supervisor/Clerk of Works will find themselves well-placed to compete for similar opportunities in this niche sector managed by Cumberland Council.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

PSF4 Lot 1B - Complex Needs Residential Children's Home - Westwood, Carlisle (RIBA Stages 3-7)

Notice Description

Operating under an NEC4 Professional Services call-off contract, the Consultant will deliver the following services:- RIBA Stages 3-7, progressing the detailed design and delivery of the new Complex Needs Care Home on an existing Council site at Westwood, Morton area of Carlisle. They will perform the role of Project Manager as defined by NEC4 and Principal Designer under CDM and The Building Safety Act 2022, and provide technical input, contract administration, advice and support and an NEC4 Supervisor/Clerk of Works role.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-e4e0b8f1-04cb-4425-849c-5e4c4a4ed501
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6419e5ad-9733-4990-9f82-980b026bf5e3
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other -
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
£96,250 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£96,250 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
13 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
29 Mar 2026 - 31 May 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
CUMBERLAND COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CARLISLE
Postcode
CA1 1RD
Post Town
Carlisle
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD1 Cumbria
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD13 Cumberland
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
Cumberland
Electoral Ward
Castle
Westminster Constituency
Carlisle

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ARCHITECTS PLUS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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