PSF4 Lot 4B Bus Reform and Franchising Pilot
About This Opportunity
Services contract awarded by Cumberland Council (United Kingdom): PSF4 Lot 4B Bus Reform and Franchising Pilot. architecture & engineering. Awarded to Jacobs.
This is a services contract in the architecture and engineering sector. Located in United Kingdom, Europe, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums, with an estimated budget of GBP 450,000.
Published through UK Contracts Finder, a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for services in the architecture and engineering sector. Service contracts are typically evaluated on both technical quality and price, and may require bidders to demonstrate relevant experience and qualified personnel. This contract has already been awarded. The information is published for transparency and market intelligence purposes.
Description
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.
. CPV: Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services (71000000). Procedure: Other - . Suitable for SMEs
Data provenance
This notice is sourced from UK Contracts Finder and was originally published on February 19, 2026. Last refreshed 11 days ago. Reference: CC001-DN801589-19020677. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.
About Cumberland Council
Cumberland Council has issued 172 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 4 currently open and 144 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Education & Training, Transport & Logistics, and Information & Communication Technology. All notices are published for United Kingdom. Notices are distributed via UK Contracts Finder and UK FTS - Find a Tender Service. Most recent publication: June 16, 2026.
Frequently asked questions about this tender
Where will the contract be performed?
The contract is for delivery in United Kingdom. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.
How can I submit a bid?
Visit UK Contracts Finder to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions. Quote reference CC001-DN801589-19020677 when communicating with the contracting authority.
Is this tender still open?
No — the contract has already been awarded to Jacobs UK Limited. The award notice is archived on BidsFactory for transparency and market intelligence.
Who is the contracting authority?
This notice was issued by Cumberland Council in United Kingdom. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.
What type of contract is this?
This is a Services contract in the Architecture & Engineering Services sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.
How much was the contract awarded for?
Jacobs UK Limited was awarded the contract for £345,652. The figure reflects the value disclosed by the contracting authority in the award notice.
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