Roofing and Masonrywork at Ditcheat Primary School

SOMERSET COUNCIL

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Award

09 Jun 2026 at 09:47

Summary of the contracting process

Somerset Council, a public authority part of the sub-central government sector, has recently completed a procurement process for roofing and masonry repair works at Ditcheat Primary School, located in the UK K23 region. The procurement was conducted directly through a method below the threshold without competition, highlighting a streamlined and expedited approach for urgent repair needs. The contract was awarded to WESTCOUNTRY MAINTENANCE SERVICES LTD, an SME based in Torrington, UK, with the active contract period starting on 23rd July 2026 and concluding on 28th August 2026. The award was officialised on 9th June 2026, covering necessary works under the principal procurement category of 'works' with a gross contract value of £120,000.

This tender highlights strategic opportunities for businesses in the construction and maintenance industry, particularly those specialising in roofing and masonry work. SMEs with the capability to efficiently manage repair projects in educational facilities may find similar procurement opportunities beneficial for business growth. Engaging in direct procurement processes below the threshold offers a streamlined entry point for businesses to work with public sector agencies whilst fostering partnerships and demonstrating expertise in infrastructure maintenance. Businesses focusing on delivering quality and timely service can leverage such contracts to expand their portfolio and establish a strong reputation in the public infrastructure domain.

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Notice Title

Roofing and Masonrywork at Ditcheat Primary School

Notice Description

Repair works to roofing and Masonrywork at Ditcheat Primary School

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06b093
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054136-2026
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
£100,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
22 Jul 2026 - 28 Aug 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

WESTCOUNTRY MAINTENANCE SERVICES

Further Information

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