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DHWS Re-diversion infrastructure project

SOMERSET NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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22 Sep 2025 at 14:39

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process conducted by Somerset NHS Foundation Trust has reached the award stage for the DHWS Re-diversion infrastructure project, classified under the industry category of water plumbing work. This project involves the re-direction of heating pipework and removal of redundant heating plant, with work extending from the gantry near HWS break-ins to Parkside and Children's facilities. The procurement utilised a single tender action method and was awarded to RTS Engineering (Somerset) Ltd, with the contract value at £167,630.94. The project will be carried out in Taunton, South West England, with the contract period from 12th September 2025 to 11th December 2025.

This tender offers significant business growth opportunities, particularly for SMEs specialising in plumbing and heating solutions. Given the specific infrastructure requirements, businesses with expertise in mechanical engineering and facilities management stand to benefit. The direct procurement method indicates a preference for local, qualified providers, offering a straightforward engagement path for firms looking to expand their footprint within the public sector, particularly if they are already established in South West England or have the capability to operate locally.

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Notice Title

DHWS Re-diversion infrastructure project

Notice Description

To carry out re-direction of heating pipework from gantry near HWS break-ins extending to Parkside and Children's. Disconnect and remove redundant heating plant from Children's Plant Room and remove from site. Isolate and remove steam and condensate from Boiler house export header where accessible. Flush, test and leave working in tome for the heating season.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-2e1159dc-01ae-4ab4-8c47-3a7688092755
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/55d7932d-b22c-4ee8-b850-ff1027e7840a
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45332200 - Water plumbing work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£167,630 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£167,630 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
11 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Sep 20255 months ago
Contract Period
11 Sep 2025 - 11 Dec 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SOMERSET NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
TAUNTON
Postcode
TA1 4DY
Post Town
Taunton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK62 Somerset
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Somerset
Electoral Ward
Bishop's Hull & Taunton West
Westminster Constituency
Taunton and Wellington

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

RTS ENGINEERING (SOMERSET

Further Information

Notice Documents

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