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title: "Barrow Multi-Modal Transport Study"
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# Barrow Multi-Modal Transport Study

Buyer: WESTMORLAND AND FURNESS COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-be08fdc3-b51c-472d-b760-a29ecdab9160

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## Summary

The Barrow Multi-Modal Transport Study, commissioned by Westmorland and Furness Council, focuses on assessing the effects of employment and economic expansion in Barrow with a thorough examination of potential interventions to support this growth. This procurement, classified under infrastructure works consultancy services (CPV code 71311300), concluded the award stage with Ove Arup & Partners Limited selected as the supplier on 20th May 2026. The open procedure method facilitated the tendering process, with the award valued at £134,900 and the contract scheduled to run from 13th July 2026 to 15th January 2027. The study is aimed predominantly in England, underlining opportunities within the services industry category.

This tender provides a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in infrastructure consultancy services. It is particularly suited for large-scale enterprises, as demonstrated by the engagement of Ove Arup & Partners Limited. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) may also find prospects in subcontracting or forming collaborative ties. Businesses with expertise in analysing economic growth scenarios and implementing strategic interventions are optimally positioned to benefit, contributing to the long-term infrastructure development in the Barrow region. This procurement highlights the scope for businesses aiming to partake in transformative projects that promote regional economic expansion.

## Notice

Barrow Multi-Modal Transport Study Study will assess the impact of jobs and economic growth in Barrow through the use of scenarios and identify potential intervention measures required to support this growth.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f8b1d7e7-76cf-4e2c-bf1c-f72c7a3b3055 |
| 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 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 7 Apr 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 May 2026 |
| Contract period | 12 Jul 2026 - 15 Jan 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £216,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £134,900 |
| 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 | KENDAL |
| Post town | Lancaster |
| Postcode | LA9 4DQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD1 Cumbria |
| ITL 3 | TLD14 Westmorland and Furness |
| Local authority | Westmorland and Furness |
| Electoral ward | Kendal Strickland and Fell |
| Westminster constituency | Westmorland and Lonsdale |
| 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

- 71311300 - Infrastructure works consultancy services

## Release History

- 7 Jul 2026 at 10:56 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f8b1d7e7-76cf-4e2c-bf1c-f72c7a3b3055

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f8b1d7e7-76cf-4e2c-bf1c-f72c7a3b3055
  7th July 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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