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AwardedUnited KingdomServices£450,000

PSF4 Lot 4B Bus Reform and Franchising Pilot

Published
Published 19 February 2026
Deadline
Closed 2 February 2026

Overview

Cumberland Council, working in partnership with Westmorland & Furness Council, is seeking to appoint a consultant to explore the feasibility of implementing alternative models of bus service delivery in Cumbria, especially in challenging rural settings to improve public transport outcomes. This includes, but is not limited to, considering franchising as a model. See Project Scope (Schedule 3) and Activity Schedule (Schedule 4) for further details, timeframes and deliverables.

Key details

Country
United Kingdom
Status
Awarded
Category
Services
Estimated value
£450,000
SME suitable
Yes
Published
19 February 2026
Deadline
Closed
Classification (CPV)
Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

Award outcome

Awarded value
£345,652
Award date
19 February 2026
Contract period
23 February 2026 → 30 September 2026
Winner
  • Jacobs UK Limited

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Notice history

Every published notice in this contracting process, newest first.

  1. Contract Award Notice

    19 February 2026

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Awarded: PSF4 Lot 4B Bus Reform and Franchising Pilot — won by Jacobs UK Limited — Skim