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title: "Lot 2B - Gooseholme Footbridge"
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# Lot 2B - Gooseholme Footbridge

Buyer: CUMBRIA COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c9618fc1-34f4-4db6-ac91-7ce4b1f7f716

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## Summary

Cumbria County Council is overseeing the tender process for the construction of Lot 2B - Gooseholme Footbridge, a project valued at approximately £1,476,713.94 in the construction industry. The contract aims to replace the footbridge that was closed in January 2016 due to damage from Storm Desmond. The procurement is currently in the award stage, with the contractor, Story Contracting Limited, officially awarded the contract on 25th May 2021. The construction phase is set to commence on 21st June 2021 and will conclude by 17th December 2021. The procurement method used for this contract was a selective approach under a restricted procedure.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses in the construction sector, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in similar civil engineering projects. Companies with expertise in bridge construction and infrastructure repair might find this project particularly appealing, as it aligns with their capabilities. Engaging in such public procurement contracts can help these businesses expand their portfolio and gain valuable experience in working with local government authorities.

## Notice

Contractor awarded to build replacement for Gooseholme Footbridge that was closed in January 2016 following damage caused during Storm Desmond.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b3cf1607-71f7-4c64-a9db-355b0c6c0453 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Jun 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 21 Apr 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 24 May 2021 |
| Contract period | 20 Jun 2021 - 17 Dec 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,476,713 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1,476,713 |
| 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 1RD |
| 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 | STORY CONTRACTING |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45000000 - Construction work

## Release History

- 17 Jun 2021 at 15:21 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b3cf1607-71f7-4c64-a9db-355b0c6c0453

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b3cf1607-71f7-4c64-a9db-355b0c6c0453
  17th June 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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