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Path repair and access improvement work on the Coast to Coast in the high fells of the Lake District

Lake District National Park Authority

This public procurement record has 6 releases in its history.

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28 Oct 2025 at 13:34

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
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28 Oct 2025 at 13:21

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
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03 Sep 2025 at 10:13

UK6 - Contract Award Notice
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03 Sep 2025 at 09:56

UK6 - Contract Award Notice
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02 Sep 2025 at 14:37

UK6 - Contract Award Notice
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14 Jul 2025 at 17:12

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Summary of the contracting process

The Lake District National Park Authority has completed a public procurement process for path repair and access improvements on the Coast to Coast route in the high fells of the Lake District. The procurement, conducted under an open, below-threshold competition, was finalised on 28th October 2025, marking the contract as active from this date until the end of February 2026. This contract, awarded for Lot 3 titled "Approach to Fleetwith Tramway," entails surface work for footpaths and involves significant tasks such as the re-profiling of peat hags and repairing the route to improve pedestrian pathways. The primary industry category for this procurement is 'works,' and it takes place in the UK region UKD12. The procurement method was open to competition, allowing interested qualified entities to submit offers through a transparent process.

This tender presents considerable opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in environmental and civil engineering works. With a focus on path improvement and environmental preservation, it is well-suited for businesses that possess expertise in handling ecological landscapes and have experience in similar terrains. SMEs will find this contract beneficial to showcase technical ability and deliver quality services in compliance with the required environmental standards. By participating in such projects, businesses can enhance their portfolio, leading to potential growth opportunities within public sector contracts aimed at maintaining and improving natural heritage sites.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Path repair and access improvement work on the Coast to Coast in the high fells of the Lake District

Notice Description

Lot 3: Approach to Fleetwith Tramway The works will include: Defining/Improving the definitive line (footpath) that joins Fleetwith Tramway (with machine) Eradicating the line of the "corner cut" and undertaking practical work to reduce its attractiveness Re-profiling 1,000sqm of peat hags

Lot Information

Lot 1_Anglers Crag

The works will include: Sourcing and flying appropriate stone Pitching / better defining the approach for the first section of bedrock Robust repair to section of revetment wall Landscaping of side route associated with first section of bedrock Landscaping section of side route associated with second section of bedrock Landscaping to remove third side route (if approaching from head of the lake)

Intersect between Loft Beck and Moses Trod

The works will be undertaken by hand, and will include: Landscaping to reduce to one line through collapse and grade in of banks Addressing drainage issues, addressing flow of small beck and improve drainage from above Removal of cairn Installation of a replacement gate (tbc). A provisional sum of PS1,000 has been allocated in the pricing table. Please use this provisional sum for the purpose of tender submission

Approach to Fleetwith Tramway

The works will include: Defining/Improving the definitive line (footpath) that joins Fleetwith Tramway (with machine) Eradicating the line of the "corner cut" and undertaking practical work to reduce its attractiveness Re-profiling 1,000sqm of peat hags

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-055ee5
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068977-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45233253 - Surface work for footpaths

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£63,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£63,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
£64,498 Under £100K
Contracts Value
£25,828 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Oct 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
22 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Sep 202512 months ago
Contract Period
28 Oct 2025 - 28 Feb 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Lake District National Park Authority
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
KENDAL
Postcode
LA9 7RL
Postcode Area
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
TLD North West (England)
Local Authority
Westmorland and Furness
Electoral Ward
Kendal South
Westminster Constituency
Westmorland and Lonsdale

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
2
Supplier Names

TERRA-FIRMA ENVIRONMENTAL LIMITED

Ullswater Countryside Management Ltd

Further Information

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