Tender

Christmas Lighting Contract 2026-2028

LEIGHTON LINSLADE TOWN COUNCIL

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Tender

09 Jan 2026 at 12:00

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Leighton Linslade Town Council is currently seeking to engage a supplier for its Christmas Lighting Contract for the period of 2026-2028, with a potential extension to a five-year term. This active tender process falls under the goods category and specifically pertains to Christmas tree lights, illuminated signs, and ceiling or wall light fittings. The procurement method employed is a competitive quotation under a limited approach, suitable for contracts below a certain financial threshold. The application deadline is set for 19th February 2026. The contract will see the installation and maintenance of a festive lighting display primarily in Leighton Buzzard, England, with the key event being an annual switch-on attracting over 6,000 visitors. The contract begins on 1st April 2026 and concludes by 31st March 2029.

This tender presents valuable opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) seeking to expand their footprint in the decorative lighting sector. Businesses involved in manufacturing or supplying festive lighting, as well as those specialising in installation and maintenance of illuminated displays, would find this contract particularly fitting. Leighton Linslade Town Council's commitment to a sustained three to five-year partnership underscores the potential for stable business growth and the development of long-term supplier relationships. Companies with competitive pricing, a focus on quality, and the ability to meet the specific festive aesthetic are well-positioned to compete for this opportunity.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Christmas Lighting Contract 2026-2028

Notice Description

Leighton Linslade Town Council is proud to provide an annual Christmas Lighting display for its residents. The lighting scheme, whilst spreads beyond the town centre, is the main focus of the annual switch-on event which usually takes place on the last Friday of November. This event attracts over 6,000 revellers and is a positively received tradition within the town. Beyond this, the lights add festivity to the town until the beginning of January. The council is tendering with a view to agreeing a contract with a supplier to provide, install and maintain Christmas Illuminations for a three-year period (2026/2027/2028) or five-year period. Tender Pack to be given upon enquiry. Please contact louise.salmon@leightonlinslade-tc.gov.uk and rosie.cliffe@leightonlinslade-tc.gov.uk to receive your pack.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/df781cba-96da-463b-be94-f97efc1d29cd
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Competitive quotation (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

CPV Codes

31522000 - Christmas tree lights

31523000 - Illuminated signs and nameplates

31524000 - Ceiling or wall light fittings

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£126,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Jan 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
19 Feb 20261 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LEIGHTON LINSLADE TOWN COUNCIL
Contact Name
Louise Salmon
Contact Email
louise.salmon@leightonlinslade-tc.gov.uk
Contact Phone
01525631924

Buyer Location

Locality
LEIGHTON BUZZARD
Postcode
LU7 1HD
Post Town
Luton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH25 Central Bedfordshire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Central Bedfordshire
Electoral Ward
Leighton-Linslade North
Westminster Constituency
Dunstable and Leighton Buzzard

Further Information

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