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Modular Ramping Service in Somerset

Somerset Council

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Tender

03 Jul 2026 at 15:01

UK4 - Tender Notice
PlanningUpdate

16 Jun 2026 at 18:22

UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice
Planning

16 Jun 2026 at 15:04

UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Somerset Council has initiated a tender process for the "Modular Ramping Service in Somerset," focusing on the service category within the health and social care sector. The procurement process aims to provide modular ramps to support service users' safety and independence, thus preventing unnecessary hospital or care home admissions. This open procedure involves a substantial contract valued over £1 million, with essential submission deadlines set for 14th August 2026, and the enquiry period ending on 6th August 2026. The anticipated contract start date is 2nd November 2026, extending until the end of July 2029. The procurement is being conducted in the Somerset region, designated as UKK23, and encourages electronic submission in English.

This tender presents a growth opportunity for businesses specialising in the supply and installation of safety equipment and those adept in health and social work services. Companies that can deliver quality and social value, alongside competitive pricing, are particularly suited to participate. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to bid, given their capability to provide the necessary flexibility and responsiveness over the contract duration. Engaging in this procurement process can expand a company's portfolio and elevate its profile within the public sector, particularly in services that integrate health, social care, and community support.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Modular Ramping Service in Somerset

Notice Description

To enable Service Users to receive the right equipment and to ensure they can remain safe and independent at home or in the community, reducing the need for other health and social care services. In this context, equipment means modular access ramping and associated components required to provide safe access. See full Service Specification for further details.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06b620
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062879-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

45 - Construction work

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

44400000 - Miscellaneous fabricated products and related items

45340000 - Fencing, railing and safety equipment installation work

85000000 - Health and social work services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,048,162 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,048,162 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Jul 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
14 Aug 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
2 Jul 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
2 Nov 2026 - 31 Jul 2029 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

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
Postcode Area
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
TLK23 Somerset CC
Local Authority
Somerset
Electoral Ward
Bishop's Hull & Taunton West
Westminster Constituency
Taunton and Wellington

Further Information

Notice Documents

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