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Anti-ligature annual inspection and load testing

SOMERSET NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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20 Mar 2026 at 12:47

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process managed by Somerset NHS Foundation Trust focuses on the provision of anti-ligature annual inspection and load testing services across CMH sites, as part of the NHS Commercial Solutions Anti-ligature Framework. The process falls under the industry category of technical inspection and testing services, identified by the CPV code 71630000, and was conducted as a direct procurement method without competition, below the threshold. This procurement culminated in the award of a contract to Protects Plus Limited. The contract commenced on 6th February 2026 and will remain active until 5th February 2027, with a total gross value of £22,662.00. The procurement process is currently in the award stage, marking its completion.

This tender presents considerable growth opportunities for businesses specialising in technical inspection and load testing services. Particularly, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with experience in working within healthcare frameworks might find this contract advantageous for building sector-specific expertise. Given the non-competitive nature of the procurement process, companies that can offer tailored inspection solutions or those established in the UK region of Taunton may be well-suited. Successful participation could enhance reputational capital and provide a steady revenue stream in the healthcare sector.

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Notice Title

Anti-ligature annual inspection and load testing

Notice Description

Anti-ligature annual inspection and load testing in CMH sites, NHS Commercial Solutions - Anti-ligature Framework

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-067050
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025749-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71630000 - Technical inspection and testing services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£18,885 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Feb 20262 months ago
Contract Period
6 Feb 2026 - 5 Feb 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

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 5DA
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

PROTECTS PLUS

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