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Thorncliffe Crematorium, Barrow Repairs Contract

WESTMORLAND AND FURNESS COUNCIL

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03 Dec 2025 at 16:51

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by Westmorland and Furness Council focuses on urgent repairs required at the Thorncliffe Crematorium in Barrow, including work on the waste heat boiler and ducting systems. This service contract, falling under the category of cemetery and cremation services, is currently in the award stage following an initiation with direct procurement below the competitive threshold. Located in the UKD12 region, the repairs are slated to commence from 16th December 2025 and extend until 15th December 2026. The contract's value is set at £194,326.80, reflecting the council's commitment to maintaining safe operations at the facility.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in crematorium maintenance and repair services. As the procurement method was direct and below the competitive threshold, companies that can provide proven expertise without needing to go through competitive bidding processes would be well-suited for such contracts. Small to medium-sized enterprises like P J Combustion Solutions Ltd, which has secured the pending award for this tender, demonstrate the potential for growth by delivering critical services efficiently and effectively to local government services. Such tenders can pave the way for partnerships with public authorities, enabling businesses to expand their reach while contributing to essential community services.

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Notice Title

Thorncliffe Crematorium, Barrow Repairs Contract

Notice Description

This proposed contract comprises a number of repairs which are urgently needed for the continued safe operation of the Thorncliffe Crematorium, Barrow. They include: * Repairs to the waste heat boiler * Ducting and damper repairs and replacements * Install thermocouples and alarms within the bypass flues

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05ee3e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/079491-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK5 - Transparency Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

98 - Other community, social and personal services


CPV Codes

98371100 - Cemetery services and cremation services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£194,326 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
16 Dec 2025 - 15 Dec 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Pending
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WESTMORLAND AND FURNESS COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
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
Not specified

Local Authority
Westmorland and Furness
Electoral Ward
Kendal Strickland and Fell
Westminster Constituency
Westmorland and Lonsdale

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

P J COMBUSTION SOLUTIONS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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