Construction of externals works for SEN base at Willow Down School Bridgwater

SOMERSET COUNCIL

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Award

22 Jun 2026 at 14:07

Summary of the contracting process

Somerset Council has successfully completed a procurement process for the "Construction of externals works for SEN base at Willow Down School Bridgwater." This contract involves constructing external works, including play equipment and fencing, to facilitate the new SEN base intended for the autumn term of 2026. The project falls under the 'works' category, specifically focusing on fencing, railing, and safety equipment installation. Situated in Taunton, United Kingdom, the procurement was conducted through a direct method, categorised as "below threshold - without competition." The contract was awarded to Adrian Morris & Partners on 22nd June 2026, with the works scheduled to commence on 17th July 2026 and conclude by 4th September 2026.

This procurement offers significant growth opportunities, particularly for businesses specialising in construction and installation of fencing, railing, and safety equipment. It presents an ideal opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can deliver quality works within specified timeframes. Such projects are crucial for businesses looking to expand their portfolio in educational infrastructure and special educational needs sectors. Companies with expertise in similar fields can leverage this work to demonstrate their capability in executing detailed public contracts, thereby strengthening their position for future tenders.

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Notice Title

Construction of externals works for SEN base at Willow Down School Bridgwater

Notice Description

To construct external works including play equipment and fencing to ensure delivery of new SEN base for autumn term 26

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06ba49
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058599-2026
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

45340000 - Fencing, railing and safety equipment installation work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£41,597 Under £100K

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
16 Jul 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
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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

ADRIAN MORRIS & PARTNERS

Further Information

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