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title: "Lot 1b - in the Eden and South Lakeland areas closing 2 August 2023"
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buyer: "WESTMORLAND AND FURNESS COUNCIL"
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# Lot 1b - in the Eden and South Lakeland areas closing 2 August 2023

Buyer: WESTMORLAND AND FURNESS COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-11d35344-9f45-4e36-8293-d21f4cf9f75b

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "Lot 1b - in the Eden and South Lakeland areas" was conducted by Westmorland and Furness Council, located in Carlisle, United Kingdom. This contract falls under the services industry category of transport services (excluding waste transport). The procurement process followed an open procedure method and is currently at the award stage as of 7 April 2026. The tender period closed on 2 August 2023, with the contract set to run from 1 September 2023 to 31 August 2027. The procurement is especially accommodating to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses in the transport services sector, with a contract value of £198,740. Hobans Contracting Cars, a large-scale business, has been awarded the contract, showcasing the potential for sizeable organisations to secure contracts in this region. However, the tender also encourages participation from SMEs, making it an excellent opportunity for smaller businesses looking to expand their market presence in the Eden and South Lakeland areas. By engaging in contracts like this, businesses can strengthen their portfolios and contribute to local economic growth.

## Notice

Lot 1b - in the Eden and South Lakeland areas closing 2 August 2023

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9e626fb0-b589-4add-a082-4e9869ca98d9 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 7 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 2 Aug 2023 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 6 Aug 2023 |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2023 - 31 Aug 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £198,740 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | WESTMORLAND AND FURNESS COUNCIL |
| Locality | CARLISLE |
| Post town | Carlisle |
| Postcode | CA1 1RD |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD1 Cumbria |
| ITL 3 | TLD13 Cumberland |
| Local authority | Cumberland |
| Electoral ward | Castle |
| Westminster constituency | Carlisle |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | HOBANS CONTRACTING CARS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

## Release History

- 7 Apr 2026 at 10:47 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9e626fb0-b589-4add-a082-4e9869ca98d9

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9e626fb0-b589-4add-a082-4e9869ca98d9
  7th April 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://www.westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk/

## Provenance

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