Planning

Road Lighting Works Framework

CUMBERLAND COUNCIL

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Planning

26 Nov 2025 at 09:13

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Cumberland Council is planning a procurement for the "Road Lighting Works Framework," set to cover installation and connection works for road lighting. This procurement falls under the works category, with an estimated value of £4.8 million net (£5.76 million gross) and is classified under CPV code 45316110 for installation of road lighting equipment. The framework, expected to be divided into two lots, will commence on 1st April 2026 and is scheduled to conclude by 31st March 2031. The procurement, conducted using an open procedure method, is currently at the planning stage with the official notice expected by 15th January 2026. The location for these works is within the UKD1 region, representing opportunities across the UK.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses specialising in road lighting installation and electrical works, particularly those with experience in working within framework agreements. Companies that can offer comprehensive solutions for both installation and connection of road lighting systems will find this contract particularly beneficial for business growth. The long-term nature of the framework provides a stable and continuous work opportunity, ideal for established contractors looking to expand their regional footprint in public infrastructure works. With the open procedure, the procurement process is accessible, encouraging a competitive environment that welcomes both new entrants and experienced vendors in the sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Road Lighting Works Framework

Notice Description

Procurement of CC Bespoke Road Lighting Works Framework, required for procurement of road lighting works by a third party contractor. Likely to be 2 lots, as previous framework Lot 1 - Installation Only Lot 2 - Installation and Connections

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e8cf
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/077075-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45316110 - Installation of road lighting equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£4,800,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Nov 20251 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
15 Jan 20262 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2031 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CUMBERLAND COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement.capital@cumbria.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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
TLD1 Cumbria
Local Authority
Cumberland
Electoral Ward
Castle
Westminster Constituency
Carlisle

Further Information

Notice Documents

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