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18 Jun 2026 at 13:36

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Lyngford Park Construction Fees" was managed by Somerset Council, a public authority operating within the sub-central government category. This project pertains to the construction industry, specifically focusing on works related to the establishment of an SEN inclusion base. The location for this contract is in the South West region of the United Kingdom, specifically within the postal code area of TA1 4DY, Taunton. The procurement method used was direct and below threshold, proceeding without competition. The procurement stage is complete, with the contract being signed on the 18th of June, 2026, and the contract period running from the 1st of July, 2026 to the 4th of September, 2026.

The awarded contract presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in construction works, particularly those with expertise in establishing educational facilities like SEN bases. Given that the procurement was executed through a direct method without competition, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), such as ARQUE LTD, which is the awarded supplier, are well-positioned to compete in similar future tenders. The project's budget reflects a contract value of £223,103, indicating a substantial investment and potential for further business growth in this specific sector. This serves as a valuable prospect for businesses looking to expand their portfolio in government contracts, particularly within the construction work category under the CPV classification 45000000.

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Notice Title

Lyngford Park Construction Fees

Notice Description

Arque are carrying out the construction works for an SEN inclusion base.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06b83d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057636-2026
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

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£223,103 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Jun 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
30 Jun 2026 - 4 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
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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

ARQUE

Further Information

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