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Generator Set - Surgical Centre (MPH)

SOMERSET NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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25 Mar 2026 at 10:54

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by Somerset NHS Foundation Trust involves the design, supply, installation, and commissioning of a 1250 kVA diesel standby generator, along with a 60,000 L fuel tank for the Surgical Centre at Musgrove Park Hospital in Taunton, United Kingdom. This falls under the industry category of electrical installation work, specifically focusing on generators. The contract was awarded and signed on 26 February 2026, with the project set to start on 27 February 2026 and conclude by 27 April 2026. The procurement method was direct, below threshold and carried out without competition, and the procurement stage is noted as complete.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in electrical services, particularly those with expertise in generator systems and extensive installations. The awarded supplier, Knight Electrical Limited, demonstrates that small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) can successfully secure contracts in this field. Businesses with capabilities in comprehensive electrical engineering solutions that include substantial groundwork and facade completion will find similar opportunities to showcase their specialised skills, leading to potential growth and partnerships within public sector projects.

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Notice Title

Generator Set - Surgical Centre (MPH)

Notice Description

Design, supply, installation and commissioning of a 1250 kVA diesel standby generator with a 60,000 L fuel tank, incorporating additional works previously omitted from the Surgical Centre packages, including west-elevation external groundworks and completion of the Block 22 facade.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0673a1
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027215-2026
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

31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

31120000 - Generators

45310000 - Electrical installation work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£1,444,873 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Feb 20261 months ago
Contract Period
27 Feb 2026 - 27 Apr 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 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

KNIGHT ELECTRICAL

Further Information

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