---
title: "Bishop Fox's Access control and door automation Project"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06ba02"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "SOMERSET COUNCIL"
published: "2026-06-22"
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# Bishop Fox's Access control and door automation Project

Buyer: SOMERSET COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06ba02

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## Summary

The public procurement process titled "Bishop Fox's Access control and door automation Project" was conducted by Somerset Council, a public authority within the UK's sub-central government sector. This project involves the automation and replacement of 11 doors and the installation of two new ceiling hoists. The procurement process has been completed with the award made on 22nd June 2026, and the contract is set to run from 3rd August 2026 to 2nd October 2026. The procurement method was direct and below threshold, conducted without competition, reflecting a streamlined process for specific, pre-determined needs in the Works category, particularly in Taunton, UKK23 region.

This tender presents business growth opportunities for companies experienced in the installation of door automation systems and access control. Especially suitable for SMEs, such as Westcountry Maintenance Services Ltd. – the supplier selected for this project – businesses with expertise in implementing security systems in both public and commercial settings could leverage such tenders to expand their portfolio. Direct awards for below-threshold contracts, like this one, can provide smaller businesses with opportunities to showcase their capabilities and build a solid reputation within local government contracts.

## Notice

To automate and replace 11 doors within the building. To also supply and install 2 new ceiling hoists

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058462-2026 |
| 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 | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 21 Jun 2026 |
| Contract period | 2 Aug 2026 - 2 Oct 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £126,666 |

## Status

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

## 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 | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | WESTCOUNTRY MAINTENANCE SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45421131 - Installation of doors

## Release History

- 22 Jun 2026 at 11:26 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058462-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058462-2026
  22nd June 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

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