Tender

Windlesham Parish Council Festive Lights & Trees

WINDLESHAM PARISH COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

Windlesham Parish Council initiated a tender process for festive lights and trees across Bagshot, Lightwater, and Windlesham, with a procurement method set as an open procedure below the threshold. The process was intended to accommodate local preferences and logistical considerations by dividing the tender into three separate lots. Each lot would be evaluated and potentially awarded independently. The contract was slated to begin on 1 November 2025 and end on 31 January 2028, subject to contractors demonstrating a proven track record and compliance with tender requirements. However, as of 2 June 2025, the council decided not to award the contract due to concerns regarding non-compliance and quality of the submissions.

This tender presented opportunities for electrical services providers and event management companies specialising in decorations and installations for public spaces. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) were particularly encouraged to participate, given the emphasis on the establishment of local connections and continuity in services. Despite the cancellation, suppliers who could offer reliable emergency responses and possess robust public liability insurance frameworks would have been well-suited to compete, showcasing experiences in similar projects and facilitating business growth through utility services within local communities.

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Notice Title

Windlesham Parish Council Festive Lights & Trees

Notice Description

Windlesham Parish Council is seeking contractors to provide Christmas trees and lighting for three distinct locations: Bagshot, Lightwater, and Windlesham. To accommodate local preferences and logistical considerations, this tender is divided into three lots. Suppliers may submit bids for one, multiple, or all lots. Each lot will be evaluated independently, and contracts may be awarded separately. The selected contractor must be able to supply, install, and remove all festive lights, as well as supply and install Christmas trees and tree lights. In the event of an emergency, the contractor must be able to attend the site within two hours. For all other call-outs, attendance is required within 24 hours. For further details, please refer to Appendix 1, which provides detailed information on requirements, and Appendix 2, Standard Selection Questionnaire which must be completed and submitted alongside your tender application. Please note that you must answer all questions in parts, 1, 2, and 3. To be considered, interested contractors must demonstrate a proven track record, supported by evidence of previous or current similar projects. Applicants must also provide at least one relevant reference and a copy of valid insurance, including public liability insurance of PS10 million, a risk assessment, and a HERS certificate with their application. Contractors who meet these requirements are invited to complete the attached tender spreadsheet and submit an estimated cost breakdown for 3 consecutive years. Contractors should be aware that the Council reserves the right to not award the contract or alternative to award the contract by lot, for either 1, 2 or 3 years. We kindly ask that all tender submissions be provided in hard copy, addressed to the Clerk at the Windlesham Parish Council office. Please ensure submissions are sealed and clearly marked as the invitation to tender. Additional information: SUBMISSION INFORMATION: Tenders are to be submitted in writing in a sealed, marked envelope addressed to the Proper Officer UPDATE: ON THE 2ND JUNE 2025 WINDLESHAM PARISH COUNCIL RESOLVED NOT TO AWARD THIS CONTRACT DUE TO NO SUITABLE TENDERS BEING RECIEVED AND CONCERNS REGARDING NON-COMPLIANCE, QUALITY OR ELIGIBILITY.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0b0cf8bf-a107-4376-8339-f45b7f58ad67
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

51 - Installation services (except software)

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

31000000 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

34928500 - Street-lighting equipment

51110000 - Installation services of electrical equipment

79952000 - Event services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£60,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Jun 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
16 May 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Nov 2025 - 31 Jan 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WINDLESHAM PARISH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Joanna Whitfield
Contact Email
clerk@windleshampc.gov.uk
Contact Phone
01276 471675

Buyer Location

Locality
LIGHTWATER
Postcode
GU18 5RG
Post Town
Guildford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ25 West Surrey
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)

Local Authority
Surrey Heath
Electoral Ward
Lightwater
Westminster Constituency
Surrey Heath

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