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Award

22 Jun 2026 at 15:40

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process was conducted by Somerset Council for the project titled "Western Fabrications Ltd", falling under the works category, specifically related to the installation of safety equipment. Located in Taunton, United Kingdom (UKK23 region), the procurement aimed to supply and install a bespoke canopy to support the opening of a new Special Educational Needs (SEN) base by 1st September 2026. This process was concluded through a direct procurement method, below threshold without competition, and it reached the award stage on 22nd June 2026. The contract was signed on the same day, with the project period ranging from 20th July to 4th September 2026, having a gross value of GBP 32,143.

This tender represents an opportunity for businesses focused on construction and fabrication within the educational infrastructure sector, particularly those specialising in bespoke installations. The project was awarded to Western Fabrications Limited, a small to medium-sized enterprise (SME) based in Taunton. Businesses of similar size and expertise in the geographic region could find opportunities in future projects requiring specialised installation and fabrication works. Such tenders provide avenues for SMEs to develop their portfolio and enhance their engagement with public sector projects.

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Notice Title

Western Fabrications Ltd

Notice Description

To supply & install bespoke canopy to support delivery of new SEN base opening by 1st Sept 26

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06ba75
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058673-2026
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

45233292 - Installation of safety equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£26,786 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
19 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
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

WESTERN FABRICATIONS

Further Information

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