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Darwen Town Deal Landscape & Highway Design

BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN

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19 Feb 2026 at 15:41

Summary of the contracting process

Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council recently completed the procurement process for the "Darwen Town Deal Landscape & Highway Design," which falls under the architectural, construction, engineering, and inspection services category. This procurement aimed at enhancing public realm, road safety, and active travel in Darwen town centre involves a limited competition method due to its below-threshold status. The tender, tagged as ID DN785373, reached the award stage with Gillespies LLP as the designated supplier, commencing from 1 October 2025 and set to conclude on 31 March 2026. All activities pertaining to this partnership will be carried out primarily within the UKD41 region, embracing a proactive approach to urban development and safety improvements.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in architectural and engineering services, particularly those with capabilities in landscape and highway design. Gillespies LLP's involvement highlights the potential for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to engage in public sector projects, fostering growth through strategic partnerships and community-focused deliverables. The procurement's focus on enhancing public spaces and travel infrastructures aligns well with businesses aiming to expand their portfolios in public realm improvements, road safety initiatives, and sustainable urban planning, providing a comprehensive avenue for growth and visibility in this sector.

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Notice Title

Darwen Town Deal Landscape & Highway Design

Notice Description

Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council (the "Council") is tendering for an experienced Specialist Professional Services (SPS) Provider to support with the design and development of public realm. road safety, active travel and public realm improvements in Darwen town centre.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065873
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015368-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited 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
£94,663 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Feb 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Sep 20255 months ago
Contract Period
30 Sep 2025 - 31 Mar 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
Heather Bailey
Contact Email
heather.bailey@blackburn.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1254666539

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

GILLESPIES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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