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Award

05 Feb 2026 at 11:23

Award

19 Nov 2025 at 16:13

Planning

28 Feb 2025 at 11:09

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by Cumberland Council is centred on the "Capital Works (Construction) Framework 2025-2029." The framework is designed to manage and execute construction projects efficiently across various locations within Cumberland, UKD12. The projects are categorised into three lot packages: General Building Works, Civil Engineering Works, and Combined Building and Civil Engineering Works. The procurement stage is complete, with contracts awarded up to the value of £210 million gross, and spanning from 20 January 2026 to 31 December 2029. The process followed an open procurement method and was part of a framework agreement allowing mini-competitions for specific projects. The upcoming projects are spread throughout Cumberland, with an individual project budget capped at £6 million, although the council retains the option to advertise for projects exceeding this threshold if deemed appropriate.

This tender provides substantial opportunities for businesses in the construction industry, especially those specialising in public works, civil engineering, and building projects. The structured framework allows up to eight contractors per lot, granting businesses the chance to become principal contractors. Businesses with capabilities in building, civil engineering, or combined projects can benefit from this framework, especially small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), as indicated by the high level of final stage bids from SMEs. Additionally, businesses can engage in the development of infrastructure within Cumberland, thereby expanding their portfolios and enhancing their capabilities in large-scale public sector projects. With the widespread geographical implementation, companies with local knowledge and resource availability in the UKD region will be at an advantage to compete effectively.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Capital Works (Construction) Framework 2025-2029

Notice Description

The Capital Works Framework is a structured approach for managing and delivering construction projects. It is designed to streamline the process and ensure efficient project execution. The framework focuses on delivering capital works across the Cumberland Council's diverse portfolio. Overview of the Authority's requirement: To undertake construction projects across various locations within Cumberland with an individual project budget of up to PS6 million. The Council reserves the right to advertise projects exceeding this value if it considers it appropriate. The projects are divided into the following packages (Lots): * Lot 1: General Building Works * Lot 2: Civil Engineering Works * Lot 3: Combined Building and Civil Engineering Works The Council is seeking to award up to eight contractors for each lot. Contractors will be appointed as the principal contractor for each project. Contractors must ensure they have the necessary capabilities to perform the tasks described in each work package summary.

Planning Information

Background information: The Capital Works Framework is a structured approach for managing and delivering construction projects. It is designed to streamline the process and ensure efficient project execution. The framework focuses on delivering capital works across the Cumberland Council’s diverse portfolio. About the proposed Capital Works Framework: The contract period will be for an initial 2-year period, with the option to extend for a further 2 years. The works have been divided into two work packages - Building and Civil works. Projects will be let on an individual basis throughout the duration of the framework. Supplier engagement: Participants from the previous framework have been invited to share feedback on what was effective and areas that could be improved as part of a lessons learned exercise. An invitation is now open to all contractors who are interested in tendering, with experience in the work packages, to attend a supplier engagement event: Thursday 27th March 2025, 9:00am – 11:00am (Refreshments from 8:30am) Harraby Community Centre, Edgehill Road, Carlisle, CA1 3SN What will be covered during the event? • Introduction to the Cumberland Council’s aims and aspirations. • Framework Overview: Understand the structure and purpose. • Procurement Process Explanation: How the framework and future individual projects will be awarded and managed. • Opportunity to ask questions, engage in discussions and seek clarification. To book a place(s) please email procurement.events@cumberland.gov.uk (maximum two places per company) with the delegate(s) name and email address by 21st March 2025. Please note this notice is not a call for competition. Participation in the supplier engagement event is voluntary and not a requirement for the subsequent procurement process.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04e88c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010369-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large, SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£160,000,000 £100M-£1B
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£175,000,000 £100M-£1B
Contracts Value
£175,000,000 £100M-£1B

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Feb 20266 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
28 Mar 2025Expired
Award Date
19 Nov 20259 months ago
Contract Period
20 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Cumberland Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
CARLISLE
Postcode
CA1 1RD
Postcode Area
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
Not specified

Local Authority
Cumberland
Electoral Ward
Castle
Westminster Constituency
Carlisle

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
15
Supplier Names

CUBBY CONSTRUCTION LIMITED

DSD CONSTRUCTION LIMITED

EQUANS Regeneration Limited

ERIC WRIGHT CIVIL ENGINEERING LIMITED

F. PARKINSON LIMITED

J.N. BENTLEY LIMITED

METCALFE PLANT HIRE LIMITED

MICHAEL THOMPSON (PUBLIC WORKS CONTRACTORS AND ENGINEERS) LIMITED

QTS GROUP LTD.

R.H. IRVING CONSTRUCTION LIMITED

ROLAND HILL (PARSONBY) LIMITED

STORY CONTRACTING LIMITED

THOMAS ARMSTRONG (CONSTRUCTION) LIMITED

TOP NOTCH CONTRACTORS LIMITED

WILLIAM KING CONSTRUCTION LTD

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010369-2026
    5th February 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
  • https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/075384-2025
    19th November 2025 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
  • https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007488-2025
    28th February 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender
  • https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-11465
    Cost and methodology details have been redacted as commercially sensitive under Section 43(2) of the Freedom of Information Act 2000 and Section 94(1)(b) of the Procurement Act 2023. Disclosure could prejudice the provider's commercial interests by revealing pricing structures, operational methodologies and/or intellectual property, giving competitors an unfair advantage or affecting future tenders. The public interest test concluded that the potential harm to the provider's legitimate commercial interests outweighs the benefits of disclosure. Signature blocks have been redacted under Section 99(1) of the Procurement Act 2023 and the UK GDPR because they contain personal data. Removing this information reduces risks such as identity fraud and unauthorised use of personal details. In line with ICO guidance, the public interest does not outweigh the need to protect individuals' privacy.
  • https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-11466
    Cost and methodology details have been redacted as commercially sensitive under Section 43(2) of the Freedom of Information Act 2000 and Section 94(1)(b) of the Procurement Act 2023. Disclosure could prejudice the provider's commercial interests by revealing pricing structures, operational methodologies and/or intellectual property, giving competitors an unfair advantage or affecting future tenders. The public interest test concluded that the potential harm to the provider's legitimate commercial interests outweighs the benefits of disclosure. Signature blocks have been redacted under Section 99(1) of the Procurement Act 2023 and the UK GDPR because they contain personal data. Removing this information reduces risks such as identity fraud and unauthorised use of personal details. In line with ICO guidance, the public interest does not outweigh the need to protect individuals' privacy.
  • https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-11467
    Cost and methodology details have been redacted as commercially sensitive under Section 43(2) of the Freedom of Information Act 2000 and Section 94(1)(b) of the Procurement Act 2023. Disclosure could prejudice the provider's commercial interests by revealing pricing structures, operational methodologies and/or intellectual property, giving competitors an unfair advantage or affecting future tenders. The public interest test concluded that the potential harm to the provider's legitimate commercial interests outweighs the benefits of disclosure. Signature blocks have been redacted under Section 99(1) of the Procurement Act 2023 and the UK GDPR because they contain personal data. Removing this information reduces risks such as identity fraud and unauthorised use of personal details. In line with ICO guidance, the public interest does not outweigh the need to protect individuals' privacy.
  • https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-11468
    Cost and methodology details have been redacted as commercially sensitive under Section 43(2) of the Freedom of Information Act 2000 and Section 94(1)(b) of the Procurement Act 2023. Disclosure could prejudice the provider's commercial interests by revealing pricing structures, operational methodologies and/or intellectual property, giving competitors an unfair advantage or affecting future tenders. The public interest test concluded that the potential harm to the provider's legitimate commercial interests outweighs the benefits of disclosure. Signature blocks have been redacted under Section 99(1) of the Procurement Act 2023 and the UK GDPR because they contain personal data. Removing this information reduces risks such as identity fraud and unauthorised use of personal details. In line with ICO guidance, the public interest does not outweigh the need to protect individuals' privacy.
  • https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-11469
    Cost and methodology details have been redacted as commercially sensitive under Section 43(2) of the Freedom of Information Act 2000 and Section 94(1)(b) of the Procurement Act 2023. Disclosure could prejudice the provider's commercial interests by revealing pricing structures, operational methodologies and/or intellectual property, giving competitors an unfair advantage or affecting future tenders. The public interest test concluded that the potential harm to the provider's legitimate commercial interests outweighs the benefits of disclosure. Signature blocks have been redacted under Section 99(1) of the Procurement Act 2023 and the UK GDPR because they contain personal data. Removing this information reduces risks such as identity fraud and unauthorised use of personal details. In line with ICO guidance, the public interest does not outweigh the need to protect individuals' privacy.
  • https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-11472
    Cost and methodology details have been redacted as commercially sensitive under Section 43(2) of the Freedom of Information Act 2000 and Section 94(1)(b) of the Procurement Act 2023. Disclosure could prejudice the provider's commercial interests by revealing pricing structures, operational methodologies and/or intellectual property, giving competitors an unfair advantage or affecting future tenders. The public interest test concluded that the potential harm to the provider's legitimate commercial interests outweighs the benefits of disclosure. Signature blocks have been redacted under Section 99(1) of the Procurement Act 2023 and the UK GDPR because they contain personal data. Removing this information reduces risks such as identity fraud and unauthorised use of personal details. In line with ICO guidance, the public interest does not outweigh the need to protect individuals' privacy.
  • https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-11473
    Cost and methodology details have been redacted as commercially sensitive under Section 43(2) of the Freedom of Information Act 2000 and Section 94(1)(b) of the Procurement Act 2023. Disclosure could prejudice the provider's commercial interests by revealing pricing structures, operational methodologies and/or intellectual property, giving competitors an unfair advantage or affecting future tenders. The public interest test concluded that the potential harm to the provider's legitimate commercial interests outweighs the benefits of disclosure. Signature blocks have been redacted under Section 99(1) of the Procurement Act 2023 and the UK GDPR because they contain personal data. Removing this information reduces risks such as identity fraud and unauthorised use of personal details. In line with ICO guidance, the public interest does not outweigh the need to protect individuals' privacy.
  • https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-11563
    Cost and methodology details have been redacted as commercially sensitive under Section 43(2) of the Freedom of Information Act 2000 and Section 94(1)(b) of the Procurement Act 2023. Disclosure could prejudice the provider's commercial interests by revealing pricing structures, operational methodologies and/or intellectual property, giving competitors an unfair advantage or affecting future tenders. The public interest test concluded that the potential harm to the provider's legitimate commercial interests outweighs the benefits of disclosure. Signature blocks have been redacted under Section 99(1) of the Procurement Act 2023 and the UK GDPR because they contain personal data. Removing this information reduces risks such as identity fraud and unauthorised use of personal details. In line with ICO guidance, the public interest does not outweigh the need to protect individuals' privacy.
  • https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-11474
    Cost and methodology details have been redacted as commercially sensitive under Section 43(2) of the Freedom of Information Act 2000 and Section 94(1)(b) of the Procurement Act 2023. Disclosure could prejudice the provider's commercial interests by revealing pricing structures, operational methodologies and/or intellectual property, giving competitors an unfair advantage or affecting future tenders. The public interest test concluded that the potential harm to the provider's legitimate commercial interests outweighs the benefits of disclosure. Signature blocks have been redacted under Section 99(1) of the Procurement Act 2023 and the UK GDPR because they contain personal data. Removing this information reduces risks such as identity fraud and unauthorised use of personal details. In line with ICO guidance, the public interest does not outweigh the need to protect individuals' privacy.
  • https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-11475
    Cost and methodology details have been redacted as commercially sensitive under Section 43(2) of the Freedom of Information Act 2000 and Section 94(1)(b) of the Procurement Act 2023. Disclosure could prejudice the provider's commercial interests by revealing pricing structures, operational methodologies and/or intellectual property, giving competitors an unfair advantage or affecting future tenders. The public interest test concluded that the potential harm to the provider's legitimate commercial interests outweighs the benefits of disclosure. Signature blocks have been redacted under Section 99(1) of the Procurement Act 2023 and the UK GDPR because they contain personal data. Removing this information reduces risks such as identity fraud and unauthorised use of personal details. In line with ICO guidance, the public interest does not outweigh the need to protect individuals' privacy.
  • https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-11477
    Cost and methodology details have been redacted as commercially sensitive under Section 43(2) of the Freedom of Information Act 2000 and Section 94(1)(b) of the Procurement Act 2023. Disclosure could prejudice the provider's commercial interests by revealing pricing structures, operational methodologies and/or intellectual property, giving competitors an unfair advantage or affecting future tenders. The public interest test concluded that the potential harm to the provider's legitimate commercial interests outweighs the benefits of disclosure. Signature blocks have been redacted under Section 99(1) of the Procurement Act 2023 and the UK GDPR because they contain personal data. Removing this information reduces risks such as identity fraud and unauthorised use of personal details. In line with ICO guidance, the public interest does not outweigh the need to protect individuals' privacy.
  • https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-11478
    Cost and methodology details have been redacted as commercially sensitive under Section 43(2) of the Freedom of Information Act 2000 and Section 94(1)(b) of the Procurement Act 2023. Disclosure could prejudice the provider's commercial interests by revealing pricing structures, operational methodologies and/or intellectual property, giving competitors an unfair advantage or affecting future tenders. The public interest test concluded that the potential harm to the provider's legitimate commercial interests outweighs the benefits of disclosure. Signature blocks have been redacted under Section 99(1) of the Procurement Act 2023 and the UK GDPR because they contain personal data. Removing this information reduces risks such as identity fraud and unauthorised use of personal details. In line with ICO guidance, the public interest does not outweigh the need to protect individuals' privacy.
  • https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-11479
    Cost and methodology details have been redacted as commercially sensitive under Section 43(2) of the Freedom of Information Act 2000 and Section 94(1)(b) of the Procurement Act 2023. Disclosure could prejudice the provider's commercial interests by revealing pricing structures, operational methodologies and/or intellectual property, giving competitors an unfair advantage or affecting future tenders. The public interest test concluded that the potential harm to the provider's legitimate commercial interests outweighs the benefits of disclosure. Signature blocks have been redacted under Section 99(1) of the Procurement Act 2023 and the UK GDPR because they contain personal data. Removing this information reduces risks such as identity fraud and unauthorised use of personal details. In line with ICO guidance, the public interest does not outweigh the need to protect individuals' privacy.
  • https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-11480
    Cost and methodology details have been redacted as commercially sensitive under Section 43(2) of the Freedom of Information Act 2000 and Section 94(1)(b) of the Procurement Act 2023. Disclosure could prejudice the provider's commercial interests by revealing pricing structures, operational methodologies and/or intellectual property, giving competitors an unfair advantage or affecting future tenders. The public interest test concluded that the potential harm to the provider's legitimate commercial interests outweighs the benefits of disclosure. Signature blocks have been redacted under Section 99(1) of the Procurement Act 2023 and the UK GDPR because they contain personal data. Removing this information reduces risks such as identity fraud and unauthorised use of personal details. In line with ICO guidance, the public interest does not outweigh the need to protect individuals' privacy.
  • https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-11481
    Cost and methodology details have been redacted as commercially sensitive under Section 43(2) of the Freedom of Information Act 2000 and Section 94(1)(b) of the Procurement Act 2023. Disclosure could prejudice the provider's commercial interests by revealing pricing structures, operational methodologies and/or intellectual property, giving competitors an unfair advantage or affecting future tenders. The public interest test concluded that the potential harm to the provider's legitimate commercial interests outweighs the benefits of disclosure. Signature blocks have been redacted under Section 99(1) of the Procurement Act 2023 and the UK GDPR because they contain personal data. Removing this information reduces risks such as identity fraud and unauthorised use of personal details. In line with ICO guidance, the public interest does not outweigh the need to protect individuals' privacy.
  • https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-11564
    Cost and methodology details have been redacted as commercially sensitive under Section 43(2) of the Freedom of Information Act 2000 and Section 94(1)(b) of the Procurement Act 2023. Disclosure could prejudice the provider's commercial interests by revealing pricing structures, operational methodologies and/or intellectual property, giving competitors an unfair advantage or affecting future tenders. The public interest test concluded that the potential harm to the provider's legitimate commercial interests outweighs the benefits of disclosure. Signature blocks have been redacted under Section 99(1) of the Procurement Act 2023 and the UK GDPR because they contain personal data. Removing this information reduces risks such as identity fraud and unauthorised use of personal details. In line with ICO guidance, the public interest does not outweigh the need to protect individuals' privacy.
  • https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-11483
    Cost and methodology details have been redacted as commercially sensitive under Section 43(2) of the Freedom of Information Act 2000 and Section 94(1)(b) of the Procurement Act 2023. Disclosure could prejudice the provider's commercial interests by revealing pricing structures, operational methodologies and/or intellectual property, giving competitors an unfair advantage or affecting future tenders. The public interest test concluded that the potential harm to the provider's legitimate commercial interests outweighs the benefits of disclosure. Signature blocks have been redacted under Section 99(1) of the Procurement Act 2023 and the UK GDPR because they contain personal data. Removing this information reduces risks such as identity fraud and unauthorised use of personal details. In line with ICO guidance, the public interest does not outweigh the need to protect individuals' privacy.
  • https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-11484
    Cost and methodology details have been redacted as commercially sensitive under Section 43(2) of the Freedom of Information Act 2000 and Section 94(1)(b) of the Procurement Act 2023. Disclosure could prejudice the provider's commercial interests by revealing pricing structures, operational methodologies and/or intellectual property, giving competitors an unfair advantage or affecting future tenders. The public interest test concluded that the potential harm to the provider's legitimate commercial interests outweighs the benefits of disclosure. Signature blocks have been redacted under Section 99(1) of the Procurement Act 2023 and the UK GDPR because they contain personal data. Removing this information reduces risks such as identity fraud and unauthorised use of personal details. In line with ICO guidance, the public interest does not outweigh the need to protect individuals' privacy.
  • https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-11485
    Cost and methodology details have been redacted as commercially sensitive under Section 43(2) of the Freedom of Information Act 2000 and Section 94(1)(b) of the Procurement Act 2023. Disclosure could prejudice the provider's commercial interests by revealing pricing structures, operational methodologies and/or intellectual property, giving competitors an unfair advantage or affecting future tenders. The public interest test concluded that the potential harm to the provider's legitimate commercial interests outweighs the benefits of disclosure. Signature blocks have been redacted under Section 99(1) of the Procurement Act 2023 and the UK GDPR because they contain personal data. Removing this information reduces risks such as identity fraud and unauthorised use of personal details. In line with ICO guidance, the public interest does not outweigh the need to protect individuals' privacy.
  • https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-11486
    Cost and methodology details have been redacted as commercially sensitive under Section 43(2) of the Freedom of Information Act 2000 and Section 94(1)(b) of the Procurement Act 2023. Disclosure could prejudice the provider's commercial interests by revealing pricing structures, operational methodologies and/or intellectual property, giving competitors an unfair advantage or affecting future tenders. The public interest test concluded that the potential harm to the provider's legitimate commercial interests outweighs the benefits of disclosure. Signature blocks have been redacted under Section 99(1) of the Procurement Act 2023 and the UK GDPR because they contain personal data. Removing this information reduces risks such as identity fraud and unauthorised use of personal details. In line with ICO guidance, the public interest does not outweigh the need to protect individuals' privacy.
  • https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-11487
    Cost and methodology details have been redacted as commercially sensitive under Section 43(2) of the Freedom of Information Act 2000 and Section 94(1)(b) of the Procurement Act 2023. Disclosure could prejudice the provider's commercial interests by revealing pricing structures, operational methodologies and/or intellectual property, giving competitors an unfair advantage or affecting future tenders. The public interest test concluded that the potential harm to the provider's legitimate commercial interests outweighs the benefits of disclosure. Signature blocks have been redacted under Section 99(1) of the Procurement Act 2023 and the UK GDPR because they contain personal data. Removing this information reduces risks such as identity fraud and unauthorised use of personal details. In line with ICO guidance, the public interest does not outweigh the need to protect individuals' privacy.
  • https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-11488
    Cost and methodology details have been redacted as commercially sensitive under Section 43(2) of the Freedom of Information Act 2000 and Section 94(1)(b) of the Procurement Act 2023. Disclosure could prejudice the provider's commercial interests by revealing pricing structures, operational methodologies and/or intellectual property, giving competitors an unfair advantage or affecting future tenders. The public interest test concluded that the potential harm to the provider's legitimate commercial interests outweighs the benefits of disclosure. Signature blocks have been redacted under Section 99(1) of the Procurement Act 2023 and the UK GDPR because they contain personal data. Removing this information reduces risks such as identity fraud and unauthorised use of personal details. In line with ICO guidance, the public interest does not outweigh the need to protect individuals' privacy.
  • https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-11489
    Cost and methodology details have been redacted as commercially sensitive under Section 43(2) of the Freedom of Information Act 2000 and Section 94(1)(b) of the Procurement Act 2023. Disclosure could prejudice the provider's commercial interests by revealing pricing structures, operational methodologies and/or intellectual property, giving competitors an unfair advantage or affecting future tenders. The public interest test concluded that the potential harm to the provider's legitimate commercial interests outweighs the benefits of disclosure. Signature blocks have been redacted under Section 99(1) of the Procurement Act 2023 and the UK GDPR because they contain personal data. Removing this information reduces risks such as identity fraud and unauthorised use of personal details. In line with ICO guidance, the public interest does not outweigh the need to protect individuals' privacy.
  • https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-11565
    Cost and methodology details have been redacted as commercially sensitive under Section 43(2) of the Freedom of Information Act 2000 and Section 94(1)(b) of the Procurement Act 2023. Disclosure could prejudice the provider's commercial interests by revealing pricing structures, operational methodologies and/or intellectual property, giving competitors an unfair advantage or affecting future tenders. The public interest test concluded that the potential harm to the provider's legitimate commercial interests outweighs the benefits of disclosure. Signature blocks have been redacted under Section 99(1) of the Procurement Act 2023 and the UK GDPR because they contain personal data. Removing this information reduces risks such as identity fraud and unauthorised use of personal details. In line with ICO guidance, the public interest does not outweigh the need to protect individuals' privacy.

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