Cumberland Council · Awarded contract

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Feasibility Study for Bus Reform and Franchising Pilot in Cumbria

Awarded 23 Feb 2026

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Awarded23 Feb 2026

Value£345,652.00

SupplierJacobs UK Limited

AgencyCumberland Council

RegionUnited Kingdom

CategoryConsultancy & Legal

Ended 1mo ago7mo term

Awarded 23 Feb 2026Expired 29 Sept 2026

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Cumberland Council awarded a contract to Jacobs UK Limited for a feasibility study on alternative bus service delivery models in Cumbria, including franchising, with a focus on challenging rural settings.

The contract value is AUD 345,652.

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