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title: "PSF 3 - Lot 1A Blue Light Hubs - Feasibility Study (Kendal & Whitehaven)"
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# PSF 3 - Lot 1A Blue Light Hubs - Feasibility Study (Kendal & Whitehaven)

Buyer: CUMBRIA COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-5e87f50b-4811-4435-9c59-b587d74912c0

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## Summary

The procurement process pertains to a feasibility study for the establishment of two Blue Light Hubs in Kendal and Whitehaven, initiated by Cumbria County Council. The contract, identified as CUM001-DN416540-58186218, is valued at £64,000 and was awarded to Architects Plus (UK) Ltd. This tender process followed an open procurement method, with the tender period concluding on 19th July 2019, and the award date recorded as 5th August 2019. The contract is set to commence on 12th August 2019 and is expected to conclude by 3rd April 2020, specifically targeting the services industry, particularly in architectural and engineering functions.

This procurement opportunity can significantly benefit small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in architectural, construction, and engineering services. The feasibility study aims to explore the integration of essential services in the local community, fostering growth for businesses capable of collaborating with the Council and its partners. Companies with expertise in project management and community-focused design could particularly thrive, making this an important chance for them to enhance their portfolio and expand their operational footprint within the North West region of the United Kingdom.

## Notice

Cumbria County Council is seeking to appoint a suitably qualified Framework Partner to work with the Council and Partners, and progress a two stage feasibility study, to explore the potential provision of 2 no. Blue Light Hubs (BLHs) in the Kendal and Whitehaven areas.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a4c78fff-d7d5-40df-b500-f79128ad99e1 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Aug 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Jul 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 4 Aug 2019 |
| Contract period | 11 Aug 2019 - 3 Apr 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £64,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £30,760 |
| 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 | CUMBRIA COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | CARLISLE |
| Post town | Carlisle |
| Postcode | CA1 1RZ |
| 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 | TLD North West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ARCHITECTS PLUS (UK |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

## Release History

- 5 Aug 2019 at 12:49 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a4c78fff-d7d5-40df-b500-f79128ad99e1

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a4c78fff-d7d5-40df-b500-f79128ad99e1
  5th August 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.cumbria.gov.uk/

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