Bishop Fox's Access control and door automation Project

SOMERSET COUNCIL

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Award

22 Jun 2026 at 11:26

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process titled "Bishop Fox's Access control and door automation Project" was conducted by Somerset Council, a public authority within the UK's sub-central government sector. This project involves the automation and replacement of 11 doors and the installation of two new ceiling hoists. The procurement process has been completed with the award made on 22nd June 2026, and the contract is set to run from 3rd August 2026 to 2nd October 2026. The procurement method was direct and below threshold, conducted without competition, reflecting a streamlined process for specific, pre-determined needs in the Works category, particularly in Taunton, UKK23 region.

This tender presents business growth opportunities for companies experienced in the installation of door automation systems and access control. Especially suitable for SMEs, such as Westcountry Maintenance Services Ltd. – the supplier selected for this project – businesses with expertise in implementing security systems in both public and commercial settings could leverage such tenders to expand their portfolio. Direct awards for below-threshold contracts, like this one, can provide smaller businesses with opportunities to showcase their capabilities and build a solid reputation within local government contracts.

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Notice Title

Bishop Fox's Access control and door automation Project

Notice Description

To automate and replace 11 doors within the building. To also supply and install 2 new ceiling hoists

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06ba02
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058462-2026
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

45421131 - Installation of doors

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£126,666 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Jun 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Jun 20263 days ago
Contract Period
2 Aug 2026 - 2 Oct 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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