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Research Trials

SOMERSET NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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01 Oct 2025 at 09:49

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Summary of the contracting process

The Somerset NHS Foundation Trust has concluded a procurement process titled "Research Trials" in the field of research and development services, with a focus on consultancy services. This tender, associated with the industry classification "CPV 73000000," was located in Taunton, UK. The procurement utilised a direct procurement method, specifically a single tender action below the threshold, signifying a more streamlined process. The total contract value amounts to £35,000, and the contract period runs from 1st September 2025 to 30th August 2026. The award was finalised on 1st September 2025 and was publicly confirmed on 1st October 2025.

The award to PMG Health (Nclusiv) presents an opportunity for businesses specializing in health-related research and consultancy services to explore similar or future collaborations with healthcare organisations. While this specific tender did not target SMEs or VCSEs directly, companies in the research sector can gain insights and consider positioning themselves for comparable opportunities that require focused and specialised service offerings. Engaging in such contracts not only aids in business expansion but also reinforces expertise and credibility within the healthcare research domain.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Research Trials

Notice Description

Research Trials

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-53796c44-6e63-420f-820a-6919a9347e79
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/25792bc3-34a1-4e1c-b17b-c586b3762b00
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£35,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£35,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
31 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Aug 20255 months ago
Contract Period
31 Aug 2025 - 30 Aug 2026 6-12 months
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
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
Not specified
Local Authority
Somerset
Electoral Ward
Bishop's Hull & Taunton West
Westminster Constituency
Taunton and Wellington

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PMG HEALTH (NCLUSIV

Further Information

Notice Documents

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