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07 Aug 2026 at 12:29

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, led by Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, involves an active tender for the provision of dairy, bread, and associated products across their facilities, including community sites. Categorised under the services industry and based in Taunton, UK, this tender is an open procedure scheduled to close on 7th September 2026, with an award period concluding on 5th October 2026. The overall contract value is approximately £1,844,000, with lots divided to cater specifically to Musgrove Park Hospital and the community and mental health sites. Key dates to note include the contract period starting on 5th December 2026 and potential renewals extending up to December 2030.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specializing in food supply, particularly those focused on dairy and bakery products. Given the emphasis on technical quality and competitive pricing within the award criteria, businesses that can demonstrate high-quality service and competitive pricing will find this contract particularly attractive. The tender process allows for electronic submissions in English, ensuring accessibility for a broad range of suppliers. Additionally, with an appreciable contract value and suitability for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), this tender ensures ample opportunity for business growth, especially for firms eager to expand within the public health sector.

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Notice Title

Provision of Dairy, Bread and Associated Products Across Somerset NHS Foundation Trust

Notice Description

Provision of Dairy, Bread and Associated Products Across Somerset NHS Foundation Trust including community sites.

Lot Information

Lot 1 MPH

Provision of Dairy, Bread and Associated Products for MPH

Renewal: 2x12Months

Lot 2 community & Mental Health Sites

Provision of Dairy, Bread and Associated Products Across Somerset NHS Foundation Trust community & Mental Health Sites.

Renewal: 2x12Months

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06df22
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/075303-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

03 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products

15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products

98 - Other community, social and personal services


CPV Codes

03221000 - Vegetables

15500000 - Dairy products

98300000 - Miscellaneous services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,844,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,844,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Aug 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
6 Sep 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
5 Dec 2026 - 4 Dec 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SOMERSET NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
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 5DA
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
TLK2 Dorset and Somerset

Local Authority
Somerset
Electoral Ward
Bishop's Hull & Taunton West
Westminster Constituency
Taunton and Wellington

Further Information

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