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Grounds works reinstatement at Glovers Walk Yeovil

SOMERSET COUNCIL

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06 Mar 2026 at 14:12

Summary of the contracting process

Somerset Council has successfully completed the procurement process for ground works reinstatement at Glovers Walk, Yeovil, following the demolition of buildings. The project aims to convert the site into temporary green open space, contributing to local environmental enhancement. The procurement, categorised under works and landscaping, falls within the UKK23 region and specifically in the field of landscaping work. With a procurement method of direct contracting below the threshold and no competition, the contract was awarded on the 6th of March 2026, with work commencing on the 30th of March 2026 and expected to conclude by the 30th of May 2026. The gross contract value is £287,661.36, and the active supplier is ABACUS CONSTRUCTION LIMITED.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for enterprises specialising in landscaping and construction, particularly those with expertise in urban renewal and ecological support. Small to medium-sized enterprises, like ABACUS CONSTRUCTION LIMITED, which possess agility and pertinent experience, are well-suited to undertake such contracts due to their capability to provide tailored solutions swiftly. The initiative not only fosters local business growth but also enables participating companies to leverage public sector projects as a means of expanding their operational footprint and demonstrating their commitment to sustainable development practices within the community.

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Notice Title

Grounds works reinstatement at Glovers Walk Yeovil

Notice Description

To reinstate ground works as temporary green open space following demolition of buildings

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-066449
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020448-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45112700 - Landscaping work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£239,717 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
29 Mar 2026 - 30 May 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SOMERSET COUNCIL
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

ABACUS CONSTRUCTION

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