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PATHOLOGY SERVICES

Description: The aim of the service is to provide a comprehensive, high-quality diagnostic and clinical laboratory service that supports timely, accurate patient care. This includes delivering a full range of specialist and routine testing across Clinical Biochemistry, Haematology, Immunology, Molecular Pathology, Cellular Pathology, and Biomedical Imaging, ensuring clinicians have access to reliable results and expert interpretation.

Summary: The procurement process for the "Pathology Services" contract, led by Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, has been finalised under the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023. This contract, which concerns the provision of comprehensive diagnostic and clinical laboratory services, covers industry category CPV 85111800: Pathology Services. Based in Taunton, at Musgrove Park Hospital within the UKK23 region, this procurement concluded with the award of a contract worth £200,000 intended to run from 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2029. The process followed a direct award method without prior publication, concluding with a Provider Selection Regime confirmation on 1 April 2026.

Somerset Council LEVI Market Engagement

Description: Following the withdrawal of our preferred supplier from the original LEVI tender request, the purpose of this market engagement is to understand the current level of chargepoint operator interest in Somerset. The information provided will inform our direction of travel and support our collaboration with LEVI to shape the future tender design, ensuring appropriate deliverability and a long-term solution for Somerset's residents. We are seeking further insight from chargepoint operators on commercial viability, delivery approaches and investment appetite, to help us determine whether our specification, commercial model or delivery strategy should be adjusted before we decide on our next steps.

Summary: Somerset Council is currently in the planning stage of a procurement process titled "Somerset Council LEVI Market Engagement," aimed at increasing chargepoint operator interest in Somerset. Although initially disrupted by the withdrawal of a preferred supplier, the council is engaging the market to gather insights that will influence future tender design. The procurement falls under the services category, specifically transport equipment and auxiliary products related to transportation. It involves a concession regime, with a contract period scheduled from 1 February 2027 to 31 January 2044, spanning various regions across the UK. Businesses interested in responding to the market engagement can do so via the provided Microsoft Form, with a deadline for responses extended to 15 May 2026.

Somerset Family Support Service (SFSS)

Description: Somerset Council is recommissioning the Somerset Family Support Service (SFSS), which provides early help and targeted support to children, young people and families across Somerset. The service plays a key role in helping families to build resilience, improve outcomes and prevent escalation to statutory interventions by offering accessible, strengths-based support and working alongside partners in local communities. SFSS has been delivered in Somerset since 2018. Recent contract monitoring information indicates sustained demand: since 2022/23 the service has accepted 288 families (2022/23 to 29 January 2026), averaging around 74 families per year, with 65 families accepted to date in 2025/26. Overall, the service is intended to provide a preventative pathway by strengthening family resilience and reducing escalation into higher-cost statutory intervention; performance reporting also indicates that around 85% of (read more...)

Summary: Somerset Council is undertaking the planning stage of a procurement process for the Somerset Family Support Service (SFSS), focusing on welfare services for children and young people in Somerset, UK. This initiative is aimed at providing early help and targeted support to families to bolster resilience and prevent escalation to statutory interventions. The market engagement currently underway is intended to test the appetite and capability of potential providers, with expressions of interest sought by 15th May 2026. The anticipated commencement date for any new arrangements would be April 1st, 2027, with the contract projected to run until 2032. The procurement process involves a light-touch regime, suitable for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) as well as voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs). Interested parties are invited to provide answers to specific questions regarding operational plans, risk management, and logistics.

Octagon Theatre Refurbishment Project

Description: Octagon Theatre Refurbishment in Yeovil, Somerset. NEC4 ECC Opt A Contract The project aims to transform the Octagon Theatre into a Cultural Arts Hub for Somerset. Led by Somerset Council, with a Collaboration Agreement with Yeovil Town Council, the project will involve YTC in the Project Board and delivery team. Upon completion, the theatre will be devolved to YTC, ensuring long-term sustainability. The project comprises the refurbishment and extension to the existing Octagon Theatre, along with external works and ramped access to the first floor. An outline of these works is as follows: - * Extension to the existing foyer creating double height space * Extension of existing studio (ground floor) and cafe (first floor) * Extension to BoH areas with the creation of a crossover to the (read more...)

Summary: Somerset Council is currently overseeing the public procurement process for the Octagon Theatre Refurbishment Project, located in Yeovil, Somerset. This ambitious refurbishment aims to transform the theatre into a Cultural Arts Hub, improving both its infrastructure and accessibility. The procurement process, initiated in April 2026, is in the tender stage and employs a competitive flexible procedure. Potential suppliers must express their interest by 25 May 2026, with the award period ending on 7 December 2026. The tender falls under the construction and civil engineering sector, with the main procurement category focused on works, and covers delivery within the UKK23 region. The project is valued at approximately £11.5 million, and Somerset Council is collaborating with Yeovil Town Council to ensure the project's longevity and sustainability.

Provision of Endoscopy Procedures

Description: The aim of this contract is the provision of endoscopy procedures for patients on the endoscopy waiting list.

Summary: The Somerset NHS Foundation Trust is actively involved in a procurement process for the provision of endoscopy procedures at Musgrove Park Hospital in Taunton, United Kingdom. This tender, titled "Provision of Endoscopy Procedures," falls under the industry category of surgical hospital services and is managed under the Provider Selection Regime (PSR) Regulations 2023. It does not adhere to the Public Contracts Regulations 2015, signifying a more streamlined approach. The procurement is at the award stage, with the contract awarded on 1 April 2026, effective from 1 April 2023 to 31 March 2026, at an estimated lifetime value of £480,000. Crucial dates include the intention to award notice marked on 12 March 2026, preceded by a standstill period allowing representations until 24 March 2026. The procurement method is limited, without prior publication of a call for competition, indicating a direct award procedure.

Provision of Bowel Cancer Screening Programme Endoscopy Services

Description: The aim of the contract is predominantly to cover colonoscopy.

The procedures will be diagnostic (except polypectomy, see below) and patients will be from the endoscopy waiting list and the list for the Bowel Cancer Screening Programme (BCSP).

Summary: The Somerset NHS Foundation Trust has concluded a procurement process for the provision of endoscopy services specifically related to Bowel Cancer Screening Programme, awarding the contract to Somerset Surgical Services Ltd. The procurement falls within the healthcare services category, specifically focusing on surgical hospital services, and will take place at Musgrove Park Hospital in Taunton. The procurement process followed the Provider Selection Regime (PSR) regulations instead of the usual Public Contracts Regulations 2015, utilising a direct award procedure. The contract spans from 1 June 2026 to 31 May 2027 with a total value of £65,000, awarded formally on 16 April 2026.

Provision of transport for stroke and suspected stroke patients (SFT-AT-C435587)

Description: Procurement of a dedicated transport service for patients requiring repatriation to Yeovil District Hospital (YDH) following admission to a hospital for stroke or suspected stroke (mimics).

Summary: Somerset NHS Foundation Trust has initiated an open procurement process for ambulance services, focusing on the provision of transport for stroke and suspected stroke patients. The procurement titled "Provision of transport for stroke and suspected stroke patients (SFT-AT-C435587)" is currently in the tender stage, with potential for award by June 3, 2026. Located in Taunton, United Kingdom, the contract involves services within the UKK23 and UKK25 regions. The value of the tender is set at £130,000, with a gross amount of £156,000. Key dates to note are the enquiry period ending on May 1, 2026, and the tender period concluding on May 14, 2026.

Christmas Lights and Decorations

Description: Expressions of Interest for Christmas Lighting & Decorations in Burnham on Sea & Highbridge. The Town Council is seeking Expressions of Interest from suitably experienced and qualified companies for the design, hire, maintenance, installation and storage of Christmas lighting and decorations. The contractor will need to have proven and demonstrated experience in similar projects and the wide ranging skill base to achieve the various elements of the contract which include client and user group liaison, design, construction and installation and ongoing maintenance of Christmas lighting and decorations in Burnham-on-Sea and Highbridge. Companies must demonstrate that all practicable steps are being taken to allow equal access and equal treatment in employment and service delivery, as appropriate to the nature of the contract. Companies must be able to demonstrate an (read more...)

Summary: The Burnham on Sea & Highbridge Town Council is inviting expressions of interest for a project concerning Christmas lights and decorations, located in Burnham-on-Sea and Highbridge, England. This tender belongs to the 'works' industry category, with classifications covering electrical machinery, construction work, and repair and maintenance services. Currently in the tender stage, the procurement method is limited and seeks competitive quotations below the threshold. The process began with a notice published on 15 April 2026, and interested parties must submit their proposals by noon on 29 April 2026. The contract is valued at £120,000 for a three-year duration starting from 5 October 2026.

Integrated Domestic Abuse

Description: Somerset Council Integrated Domestic Abuse Service

Summary: Somerset Council is undertaking a procurement process for an "Integrated Domestic Abuse" service, categorised under Health and Social Work Services. Located in Taunton, United Kingdom, the contract aims to deliver critical integrated support for domestic abuse victims. Currently in the planning stage, with a pipeline notice published on 14 April 2026, potential suppliers should anticipate future tender opportunities to commence on 1 April 2028. Interested parties must note the deadline for future notice is set for 30 September 2027, giving ample time to prepare proposals.

Software Reseller

Description: Setting up of a software reseller arrangement

Summary: The procurement process initiated by Somerset Council aims to establish a software reseller arrangement, primarily classified under "Software package and information systems" and "Repair and maintenance services". This contract falls within the industry category for goods and addresses the needs of a public authority at a sub-central government level. The location for the delivery is UKK23 - United Kingdom, with the planning stage currently underway, as evidenced by the pipeline notice published on 14th April 2026. Interested parties should note the future notice date is 1st August 2026, while the planned contract period spans from 30th April 2027 to 29th April 2031.