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Contract for Bridge Maintenance

BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN

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08 Dec 2025 at 14:32

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Contract for Bridge Maintenance" in Blackburn with Darwen has been completed as of 8th December 2025. This contract, awarded to Up and Under Limited, falls under the industry category of services, specifically targeting architectural, construction, engineering, and inspection services. The contract was undertaken by Blackburn with Darwen, a sub-central government public authority located in Blackburn, UK. The procurement method was direct and below the threshold, resulting in an award without competition. The contract commenced on 23rd October 2025 and will run until 22nd October 2026, with a total gross value of £213,600.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in infrastructure and maintenance, particularly those with expertise in bridge maintenance and related engineering services. While the procurement process did not involve competition due to its below-threshold nature, similar future opportunities may arise requiring competitive bidding. This environment could particularly benefit SMEs, like Up and Under Limited, that are well-versed in delivering specialised engineering services efficiently and effectively in the region. Participation in such contracts could enhance a company's portfolio and local reputation, paving the way for further opportunities within governmental tenders.

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Notice Title

Contract for Bridge Maintenance

Notice Description

Contract for Bridge Maintenance for Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05f0e0
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/080656-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details 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

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£178,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Oct 20254 months ago
Contract Period
22 Oct 2025 - 22 Oct 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@blackburn.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BLACKBURN
Postcode
BB1 7DY
Post Town
Blackburn
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD4 Lancashire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD41 Blackburn with Darwen
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Blackburn with Darwen
Electoral Ward
Blackburn Central
Westminster Constituency
Blackburn

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

UP AND UNDER

Further Information

Notice Documents

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