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title: "Homes England-DaRTS-Barrow Growth Strategy-Barrow in Furness"
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# Homes England-DaRTS-Barrow Growth Strategy-Barrow in Furness

Buyer: HOMES ENGLAND (THE NAME ADOPTED BY THE HOMES AND COMMUNITIES AGENCY)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-38b3eca5-9a8e-43a3-bdb1-5344739019f7

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## Summary

The procurement process for technical services related to the Barrow Growth Strategy involves the buying organisation Homes England, also known as the Homes and Communities Agency. The contract, titled "Homes England-DaRTS-Barrow Growth Strategy-Barrow in Furness," was classified under architectural, construction, engineering, and inspection services, assigned CPV code 71000000. It is located in England, United Kingdom. This award process commenced with a tender and concluded on 23rd January 2026, with the award stage taking place on 18th February 2026. The contract period is set from 20th February 2026 to 31st December 2026, valuing at £433,788.75. The procurement method specifics were marked as "Not applicable."

The tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in architectural and engineering services, particularly those looking to expand their operations in the public sector. Suitable for SMEs but not VCSE organisations, the project aligns with businesses that can contribute to strategic growth developments in Barrow in Furness. Ove Arup & Partners Ltd, a large-scale enterprise, was identified as the successful supplier for this tender. Companies with expertise in urban development, technical services, and strategic planning, seeking long-term engagement in regional growth projects, will find this contract advantageous for fostering business growth and collaboration with a prominent government agency like Homes England.

## Notice

Technical services for the Barrow Growth Strategy

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/101829e7-01e6-459b-83a4-7da55f9a83cf |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not applicable |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Jan 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 18 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 20 Feb 2026 - 31 Dec 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £433,788 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £433,788 |
| 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 | HOMES ENGLAND (THE NAME ADOPTED BY THE HOMES AND COMMUNITIES AGENCY) |
| Locality | NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE |
| Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Postcode | NE4 5BZ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC43 Tyneside |
| Local authority | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Electoral ward | Arthur's Hill |
| Westminster constituency | Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | OVE ARUP & PARTNERS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

## Release History

- 18 Feb 2026 at 14:48 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/101829e7-01e6-459b-83a4-7da55f9a83cf

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/101829e7-01e6-459b-83a4-7da55f9a83cf
  18th February 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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