Scope
Description
Geotechnical investigation works, including any works that need to be undertaken to enable the investigation of the A592 Kingate (Kirkstone Pass) pass landslip and maintain the site prior
to the permanent solution delivery. The award will be directly to a supplier who are used to working on the site through a previous commission on the A592. The aim of the works is to help understand the issues on site and re-open the road for the community as quickly as possible.
The award is for between £80,000.00 to £150,000.00
Contract 1
Supplier
Contract value
- £150,000 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Earliest date the contract will be signed
16 January 2026
Contract dates (estimated)
- 16 January 2026 to 11 December 2026
- 10 months, 27 days
Main procurement category
Works
CPV classifications
- 45111250 - Ground investigation work
Contract locations
- UKD12 - East Cumbria
Participation
Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Procedure
Procedure type
Direct award
Special regime
Concession
Direct award justification
Single supplier - technical reasons
Exemption as supplier has previously worked on this road and is familiar with the area . The road is currently closed due to a landslip. The council would like the road opened up as soon as possible for the benefit of the local community.
Supplier
METCALFE PLANT HIRE LIMITED
- Companies House: 02093086
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PWHR-8785-JRHD
Gilwilly Road
Penrith
CA11 9BL
United Kingdom
Region: UKD12 - East Cumbria
Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): Yes
Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No
Contract 1
Contracting authority
Westmorland and Furness Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PYYD-1758-YNVR
South Lakeland House
Kendal
LA9 4DQ
United Kingdom
Region: UKD12 - East Cumbria
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government