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title: "GLCCA - Water-based Transport Feasibility Study in Greater Lincolnshire"
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# GLCCA - Water-based Transport Feasibility Study in Greater Lincolnshire

Buyer: GREATER LINCOLNSHIRE COMBINED COUNTY AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-7676f24a-56e1-446f-acd6-1e025decb2b0

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## Summary

The Greater Lincolnshire Combined County Authority (GLCCA) has completed the award stage of a procurement process for a Water-based Transport Feasibility Study in Greater Lincolnshire. The contract, valued at £18,000, was awarded to SLR Consulting Ltd under a selective procurement method through a call-off from a framework agreement. The aim of this study is to assess the viability of water-based transport within the region, exploring innovative ideas like "park and float" and integrating these with active travel. The study, classified under transport systems consultancy services (CPV 71311200), covers locations in East Midlands, primarily around Lincoln. The contract started on 17th June 2026 and is set to conclude by 31st August 2026, with potential extensions for further work as needed.

This tender represents significant opportunities for the service sector, particularly businesses specialising in transport consultancy. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) capable of providing innovative transportation solutions and strategic planning services are well-positioned to benefit from such projects. The study aims to foster sustainable and efficient transportation networks, thereby promising developments within the regional transport infrastructure which companies in sustainable travel and infrastructure development sectors could leverage for growth and innovation.

## Notice

The Greater Lincolnshire Combined County Authority [GLCCA] is exploring opportunities to enhance transport connectivity, support sustainable travel, and promote economic growth. As part of the Mayor's ambitions, there is interest in understanding whether water-based transport could play a role in the area's transport system. Greater Lincolnshire has a network of waterways, including the River Witham and Fossdyke Canal, with existing examples of water-based services such as those in Spalding. In Spalding, the River Welland has historically supported small-scale passenger boat services, particularly linked to leisure and tourism. Notably, services have operated connecting the town centre with the Springfields Outlet Shopping & Leisure area, providing a short-distance "water taxi" style offer. These services have typically been seasonal and oriented towards visitors rather than daily commuters. SLR understands that this commission seeks to provide a proportionate but robust assessment of opportunities for water-based transport, including innovative concepts such as "park and float" and integration with active travel. SLR will deploy its experienced transport planning team to provide a Water-based Transport Feasibility Study for Greater Lincolnshire which will demonstrate: * Whether water-based transport can play a meaningful and viable role in Greater Lincolnshire's transport network; * The most promising use cases and locations; and * Whether there are deliverable pilot opportunities, particularly in and around Lincoln. Additional information: Option to extend to complete additional work required as a direct result of the feasibility study

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/da4b3a67-03eb-4215-a34a-61a347feaed4 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 12 Jun 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 16 Jun 2026 |
| Contract period | 16 Jun 2026 - 31 Aug 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £18,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £18,000 |
| 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 | GREATER LINCOLNSHIRE COMBINED COUNTY AUTHORITY |
| Locality | LINCOLN |
| Post town | Lincoln |
| Postcode | LN1 1YL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF3 Lincolnshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF30 Lincolnshire CC |
| Local authority | Lincoln |
| Electoral ward | Carholme |
| Westminster constituency | Lincoln |
| Delivery location | TLF East Midlands (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SLR CONSULTING |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71311200 - Transport systems consultancy services

## Release History

- 17 Jun 2026 at 16:21 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/da4b3a67-03eb-4215-a34a-61a347feaed4

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/da4b3a67-03eb-4215-a34a-61a347feaed4
  17th June 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://app.panacea-software.com/lcc/
  Click above to Apply (link to e-procurement portal)

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