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title: "Modular Ramping Service in Somerset"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06b620"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "SOMERSET COUNCIL"
published: "2026-06-16"
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# Modular Ramping Service in Somerset

Buyer: SOMERSET COUNCIL  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06b620

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## Summary

Somerset Council is in the planning stage of a procurement process titled "Modular Ramping Service in Somerset." The contract focuses on health and social work services with additional elements involving miscellaneous fabricated products and installation work. The procurement follows an open procedure, allowing broad participation, and is set to be valued at roughly £1,048,000, taking place in the United Kingdom, specifically the South West region. Key dates include a supplier briefing session on 30th June 2026, submission deadline on 14th August 2026, and final award decision by 23rd September 2026. This forward-looking procurement aims to deliver essential adjustable access ramps to enhance community health infrastructure.

This tender offers significant business growth opportunities, particularly for companies specialising in modular construction, fabrication, and health-related services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are especially encouraged to participate as the project includes provisions for their involvement. With a potential contract period starting on 1st November 2026 and lasting until July 2029, the tender is designed to facilitate collaboration with Somerset Council and its partners in delivering high-impact, flexible solutions. This initiative not only supports strategic health and social care goals but also promises an active market for those specialising in adaptive equipment and community support services. Interested parties can enhance their portfolios by aligning with public sector priorities and partnering with a reputable local authority.

## Notice

Please note: There will be a briefing session held prior to the launch of the tender process. The briefing will take place on 30.06.2026, 12:00 - 13:00. It will be an opportunity for potential bidders to find out about the tender process and the key requirements of the service and also to ask any questions. If you would like to attend the session, please email stephen.barker@somerset.gov.uk stating the names and email addresses of those who will be attending from your organisation. An invitation to a Microsoft Teams meeting will then be sent to those people. The objectives of the Service are: * To provide appropriate modular access ramps that support service users of all ages who meet the agreed criteria to remain safe and independent at home and in the community, reducing reliance on other health and social care services. * To support timely ramp installation that helps prevent unnecessary admissions to hospital and care homes, promotes independence, and reduces the need for external care and support. * To enable timely discharge from hospital or hospice by ensuring the correct ramps are installed to provide safe access to the home. * To deliver proactive servicing and maintenance that minimises the need for emergency repairs and urgent replacements. * To ensure the efficient procurement, delivery, collection, decontamination, and recycling of modular ramps. * To provide a flexible service that can respond to changes over the life of the contract, including new initiatives, different equipment requirements, revised response times, and fluctuations in demand across health and social care. * To support in delivering the vision and strategic priorities for health and social care. * To work collaboratively with Somerset Council and its relevant partners to ensure the needs of health, social care, and education services are met.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056846-2026 |
| Notice type | UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 14 Aug 2026 |
| Future notice date | 2 Jul 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Nov 2026 - 31 Jul 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,048,000 |
| Lots value | £1,048,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planned |
| Lots status | Planned |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SOMERSET COUNCIL |
| Locality | TAUNTON |
| Post town | Taunton |
| Postcode | TA1 4DY |
| 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 | TLK23 Somerset CC |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)
- 45 - Construction work
- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 44400000 - Miscellaneous fabricated products and related items
- 45340000 - Fencing, railing and safety equipment installation work
- 85000000 - Health and social work services

## Release History

- 16 Jun 2026 at 17:22 - PlanningUpdate - UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056846-2026
- 16 Jun 2026 at 14:04 - Planning - UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056726-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056846-2026
  16th June 2026 - Planned procurement notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056726-2026
  16th June 2026 - Planned procurement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

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