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22 Jul 2026 at 11:45

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process conducted by Somerset Council for the refurbishment of Dulverton Toilets is in the 'complete' stage, following the award and contract signing phases. The contract, which falls under the 'works' category, was awarded on 12th July 2026, and the refurbishment work is scheduled from 12th July 2026 to 31st August 2026. The procurement method employed was 'direct' and below the threshold, meaning it proceeded without competition. This project, located in Taunton, United Kingdom, carries a gross value of £43,410. The contract has been awarded to HARRIS BROS. AND COLLARD LIMITED, a supplier with expertise in refurbishment work and operating as an SME in the region.

The tender presents opportunities particularly for businesses specialising in construction and refurbishment services, with a focus on SMEs capable of managing sub-threshold contracts. Engaging in such public sector projects can position a company well for future, larger-scale contracts by building a proven track record with local government entities in the UK. Businesses that are adept in providing quality work within specified timelines and budgets will find this contract type beneficial for growth and for strengthening partnerships with public authorities like Somerset Council. With a procurement process streamlined for direct awarding, successful businesses can benefit from a relatively straightforward entry point into public sector contracting.

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Notice Title

Dulverton Toilets

Notice Description

Refurbishment of toilets

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d0ce
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069139-2026
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

45453100 - Refurbishment work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£36,175 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Jul 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
11 Jul 2026 - 31 Aug 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

HARRIS BROS. AND COLLARD

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