---
title: "Removal/Disposal of Solar PV - Duchess, MPH"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0696de"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "SOMERSET NHS FOUNDATION TRUST"
published: "2026-05-12"
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# Removal/Disposal of Solar PV - Duchess, MPH

Buyer: SOMERSET NHS FOUNDATION TRUST  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0696de

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## Summary

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust successfully awarded the contract for the "Removal/Disposal of Solar PV - Duchess, MPH" project as part of its strategic procurement initiatives. The project involved removing existing solar photovoltaic panels and related electrical infrastructure from the Duchess Building at Musgrove Park Hospital, located in Taunton, UK. Managed under a direct procurement method beneath the financial threshold, the contracting process was conducted without competition and is now in the completion stage. Knight Electrical Ltd, based in Ilminster, was officially awarded the contract, valued at £42,525, with a contract period from 7th May 2026 to 7th July 2026. The procurement falls within the building installation and electrical wiring work industry categories and applies specifically to the region UKK23.

This procurement process opens avenues for those in the electrical and construction industries, particularly firms specialising in solar panel removal and electrical infrastructure projects. Companies like large-scale contractors, electrical engineering firms, and those experienced with hospital infrastructure maintenance may find such tenders fitting their expertise. By catering to the unique requirements of public health service facilities, businesses can enhance their portfolio and broaden their market presence. This contract exemplifies opportunities for qualified professionals to secure high-value projects that contribute significantly to business growth and the enhancement of industry credentials.

## Notice

Removal of existing solar photovoltaic (PV) panels and associated electrical infrastructure from the roof of the Duchess Building at Musgrove Park Hospital. Works include the provision of access scaffolding, isolation of electrical supplies, dismantling and disposal of solar panels, removal of associated cabling and inverters, and making safe.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043554-2026 |
| 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 | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 Apr 2026 |
| Contract period | 6 May 2026 - 7 Jul 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £42,525 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SOMERSET NHS FOUNDATION TRUST |
| Locality | TAUNTON |
| Post town | Taunton |
| Postcode | TA1 5DA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset |
| ITL 3 | TLK62 Somerset |
| Local authority | Somerset |
| Electoral ward | Bishop's Hull & Taunton West |
| Westminster constituency | Taunton and Wellington |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | KNIGHT ELECTRICAL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45300000 - Building installation work
- 45311100 - Electrical wiring work

## Release History

- 12 May 2026 at 14:32 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043554-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043554-2026
  12th May 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.somersetft.nhs.uk/

## Provenance

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