PSF4 Lot 4B Bus Reform and Franchising Pilot

Cumberland Council · awarded 19 February 2026 · delivered in England

£346k Award value £345,652
1 Supplier Recorded as a large business
30 Sep 2026 Runs until from 23 Feb 2026

Who

BuyerCumberland Council Carlisle
Supplier Jacobs UK Limited
Categoryservices
ClassificationArchitectural, construction, engineering and inspection services CPV 71000000
Notice published19 February 2026

What it is for

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.

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