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Gutter clearances and Solar Panel Cleaning Services

HOMES IN SOMERSET LIMITED

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07 May 2025 at 08:14

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Summary of the contracting process

Homes in Sedgemoor Limited conducted a public procurement process for "Gutter clearances and Solar Panel Cleaning Services" in the South West of the United Kingdom. The procurement was in the services category, aimed at maintaining rainwater goods and cleaning solar panels across approximately 4,200 homes. The procurement process followed an open procedure method below the threshold, with a tender period ending on 10th February 2025 and an anticipated contract period from 1st April 2025 to 31st March 2027. The contract was awarded to Butlers Guttering on 1st May 2025, valued at £100,000. This project highlights the completion of the procurement stage, moving from tender to award.

This tender presented significant opportunities for businesses specialising in exterior building maintenance, especially those proficient in using high-reach equipment to avoid scaffolding and minimise height-related risks. It was particularly suitable for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) and Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprises (VCSEs), promoting inclusivity and offering a growth avenue for such businesses. Companies with expertise in solar panel and guttering services would have been well-positioned to compete, giving them access to a contract within a substantial residential portfolio, thereby expanding their business presence and operations in the region.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Gutter clearances and Solar Panel Cleaning Services

Notice Description

Homes in Sedgemoor is seeking a professional contractor for rainwater goods clearance and maintenance and solar panel cleaning services across its portfolio of approximately 4,200 homes. The contractor should utilise high-reach equipment for most tasks, eliminating the need for scaffolding and minimising durations of working at height. Any maintenance or remediation work should be limited to low-risk, short-duration tasks that can be safely performed using ladder access with appropriate risk mitigation measures. Additionally, the contractor will be responsible for cleaning solar panels and removing debris from any anti-nesting barriers Additional information: A tender pack with full specification and details of how to apply can be obtained by emailing procurement@homesinsedgemoor.org before the deadline of 12 noon 10th February 2025

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/235aee1b-8db4-4264-ada4-af4cf5d9dbdc
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

09 - Petroleum products, fuel, electricity and other sources of energy

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

09331000 - Solar panels

45261320 - Guttering work

45452000 - Exterior cleaning work for buildings

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£175,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
10 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Apr 20259 months ago
Contract Period
30 Apr 2025 - 30 Apr 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HOMES IN SOMERSET LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRIDGWATER
Postcode
TA6 3AR
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
Bridgwater South
Westminster Constituency
Bridgwater

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BUTLERS GUTTERING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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