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Dunster First school roof repairs and associated works

SOMERSET COUNCIL

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08 May 2026 at 11:23

Summary of the contracting process

Somerset Council has awarded a contract titled "Dunster First School roof repairs and associated works" under the procurement category of works. This process includes asbestos removal and multiple repair works on the school's roof and gutters. The procurement was executed through a direct method, without competition, as it was classified below the threshold for competitive bidding. The award phase was completed on 8th May 2026, with ABACUS Construction Limited selected as the supplier. Located in the UKK23 region of the United Kingdom, the contract commenced on 26th May 2026 and is set to conclude by 2nd September 2026, with a total contract value of £127,445 (gross).

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in construction and repair works, particularly those experienced in roof repairs and maintenance. Small to medium enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in handling projects involving hazardous materials such as asbestos may find this tender to be well-aligned with their capabilities. Given Somerset Council's reliance on direct procurement methods for this project, companies with established relationships and a track record of reliability within the region may find themselves well-positioned to engage in similar future opportunities.

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Notice Title

Dunster First school roof repairs and associated works

Notice Description

Asbestos removal, repair the assembly hall roof and gutters, replace old Velux's, repair dip in gutter to library and making good

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06948e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042459-2026
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

45261900 - Roof repair and maintenance work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£106,204 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 May 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 May 20266 days ago
Contract Period
25 May 2026 - 2 Sep 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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