Tender

Technical Consultancy and Project management for Port of Workington dock gates remediation project

CUMBERLAND COUNCIL

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Tender

13 Mar 2026 at 16:10

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by Cumberland Council involves securing a partner for technical consultancy and project management services related to the Port of Workington dock gates remediation project. This tender is categorised under architectural, construction, engineering, and inspection services with a value of £300,000. The procurement method is an open procedure, and the tender stage is currently active. Key dates include the enquiry period ending on 1st April 2026, the submission deadline on 16th April 2026, and the award period ending on 23rd April 2026. The anticipated contract commencement is on 4th May 2026, lasting two years with a possibility of extension. Cumberland Council, located in Carlisle, is overseeing this procurement, offering significant opportunities for local businesses in the UKD1 region.

This tender offers lucrative opportunities for businesses specialising in project management and technical consultancy, particularly those involved in public sector maintenance and infrastructure projects. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate, as the procurement aligns with Cumberland Council's diversity and inclusion priorities. Ideal candidates can leverage this project for growth by demonstrating expertise in dock gate remediation and proposing innovative solutions. The potential for contract extension further enhances long-term business prospects, especially for companies that can deliver quality, competitive pricing, and substantial social value. Those interested must register on the portal and express interest electronically to engage with this open procurement opportunity.

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Notice Title

Technical Consultancy and Project management for Port of Workington dock gates remediation project

Notice Description

The Port of Workington requires a Project Management partner, for the delivery of a project to provide maintenance and upgrades, to the ports two mitre gates. This procurement will cover two phases for the project. Phase 1 will involve the drawing up of a technical specification and assistance with the tendering process for delivery of the subsequent works. Phase 2 will involve full project management for delivery of the subsequent remedial works project. The contract is anticipated to commence on 04/05/2026 and will continue for a period of 24 months (or until completion of the maintenance works, whichever is later), unless terminated in accordance with the Conditions of Contract. There is the potential for a contract extension of up to 1 year, depending on both the success in achieving the required outcomes and availability of further funding.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: There is the potential for a contract extension of up to 1 year, depending on both the success in achieving the required outcomes and availability of further funding

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-066a4a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023179-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

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
£250,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£250,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Mar 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
16 Apr 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
3 May 2026 - 3 May 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CUMBERLAND COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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

  • https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023179-2026
    13th March 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
  • https://www.the-chest.org.uk
    Suppliers wishing to express an interest and obtain access to the tender documents should go to www.the-chest.org.uk and click on current opportunities from the navigation area on the left of the screen. On the next screen enter the contract Reference DN809213 in the box labelled 'contains' then click search. Click on the Blue link for the contract title to view the opportunity.

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