Geotechnical investigation works related to the A592 Kingate (Kirkstone Pass) pass landslip

A Contract Award Notice
by WESTMORLAND AND FURNESS COUNCIL

Source: Find a Tender
Type: Contract ()
Duration: not specified
Value: ___

Sector: MISCELLANEOUS
Published: 16 Jan 2026
Delivery: not specified
Deadline: n/a

Related Terms

Location

Geochart for 1 buyers and 1 suppliers

1 buyer

Westmorland & Furness Council Kendal

1 supplier

Metcalfe Plant Hire Penrith

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

Award Detail

1	Metcalfe Plant Hire (Penrith) Reference: 1

CPV Codes

None found

Legal Justification

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.