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Trinity First PM Fees

SOMERSET COUNCIL

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14 Apr 2026 at 13:45

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for "Trinity First PM Fees" by Somerset Council involves the appointment of project managers for primary school construction work, specifically in the region UKK23, United Kingdom. The procurement was completed using a direct method below threshold, without competition, as per UK legislation 2023/54. The contract was signed on 2nd April 2026 and is active, with a delivery period running from 3rd April 2026 to 31st August 2027. The award, which falls under the 'works' category, was made to NORSE GROUP SERVICES LIMITED, showcasing the council's swift process in contracting for critical educational infrastructure development.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for companies specialising in construction project management, particularly those experienced in educational infrastructure. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) could find growth potential within similar procurement opportunities, leveraging their niche expertise in construction works compliant with regional authority requirements. NORSE GROUP SERVICES LIMITED's involvement highlights the viability for established firms with strong credentialing to secure public development projects, thus paving the way for strong business partnerships with sub-central government entities. Businesses keen on expanding their portfolio in construction management can benefit significantly from engaging in tenders of this nature.

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Notice Title

Trinity First PM Fees

Notice Description

Appointment of Project Managers

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06821a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/033820-2026
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

45214210 - Primary school construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£118,670 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Apr 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
2 Apr 2026 - 31 Aug 2027 1-2 years
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

NORSE GROUP SERVICES

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