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title: "CWF Lot 2A - Replacement of Dragley Beck Footbridge"
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buyer: "WESTMORLAND AND FURNESS COUNCIL"
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# CWF Lot 2A - Replacement of Dragley Beck Footbridge

Buyer: WESTMORLAND AND FURNESS COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c3788c52-fffe-4f55-b4a8-3ebab4e0d7d6

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## Summary

Westmorland and Furness Council has successfully awarded a contract for the replacement of Dragley Beck Footbridge, located in Ulverston, as part of an open procurement process. The procurement, classified under the construction work industry category (CPV code 45000000), had a tender period ending on 5th September 2025, with the contract commencing on 16th June 2026 and fulfilling by 30th September 2026. The tender, valued at £127,666.30, was awarded to Metcalfe Plant Hire Limited. This initiative falls under the '"works"' procurement category and was carried out using an open procedure, with the award officially recorded on 3rd November 2025. The project holds particular emphasis on engaging SMEs, although it wasn't specifically targeted towards VCSEs.

This construction project provides substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in infrastructure development and construction, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises within the region. By focusing on the replacement of a key footbridge, the contract offers a significant chance for such businesses to expand their portfolios and gain visibility in public sector supply chains. Companies with expertise in civil engineering, bridge construction, and infrastructure enhancement would find themselves well-suited to compete for similar tenders in the future, aligning with the council's emphasis on engaging SMEs in its procurement processes.

## Notice

This project involves the design and replacement of Dragley Beck FB on the U5708 in Ulverston.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/75004160-6278-4613-b32c-5ed4f49591f7 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Nov 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 5 Sep 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 3 Nov 2025 |
| Contract period | 15 Jun 2026 - 30 Sep 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £127,666 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £127,666 |
| 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 | METCALFE PLANT HIRE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45000000 - Construction work

## Release History

- 3 Nov 2025 at 14:25 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/75004160-6278-4613-b32c-5ed4f49591f7

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/75004160-6278-4613-b32c-5ed4f49591f7
  3rd November 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

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

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