Tender

Thetford's Christmas Lights

THETFORD TOWN COUNCIL - MAIN NUMBER

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24 Apr 2018 at 13:29

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Thetford Town Council is inviting tenders for the installation, maintenance, and removal of Christmas lights as part of their annual illumination programme, titled "Thetford's Christmas Lights." This procurement falls under the services category, specifically within the electrical machinery and installation services sectors. The tender is currently in the open procurement stage, with a deadline for submissions set for 12 noon on Friday, 1st June 2018. The contract is projected to commence on 1st August 2018 and will extend over a three-year period, subject to annual reviews. Prospective suppliers should ensure their proposals are comprehensive, meeting all specified requirements, to avoid disqualification.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses engaged in lighting installation and maintenance services to expand their portfolio in a vibrant community setting. Companies experienced in managing festive lighting projects or similar events will find this tender particularly suitable. Essential qualifications include public liability and employers insurance, along with proven health and safety policies. The value of the contract is estimated at £10,000, making it an attractive prospect for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) eager to showcase their work and enhance their market presence in the festive events sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Thetford's Christmas Lights

Notice Description

Thetford Town Council is Seeking Tenders for the Testing, Installation and Removal of Christmas Lights TTC/18/001 INTRODUCTION The Town Council provides on an annual basis a programme of Christmas illuminations in the Town. The focus of the illumination scheme is the annual 'switch-on' event, which is normally the last week of November or 1st week of December. The Council is tendering with a view to agreeing a contract with a supplier for the 2018 switch on and the following 2 years. REQUIREMENTS The Town Council is seeking a contractor to fully manage the installation, maintenance and removal of the Christmas lights and associated electrical installations in the Town. The Town Council are looking for a contractor who will share our enthusiasm for Christmas and be part of our Winter Wonderland celebrations. Tender Requirements * A written quote for 1 year and a 3 year arrangement based on the above specification. Although the contract will be for a three year period this will be subject to annual review. * Copy of Public liability and employers Insurance * Health & Safety Policy * Example Risk Assessment/ Example Method Statement * 2 References (commercial/business) Please note that tenders that do not include all the above may be discarded. Contact name and number: Tina Cunnell, Town Clerk, (01842) 768541 tinacunnell@thetfordtowncouncil.gov.uk Quotations to be in by 12 noon, Friday 1st of June 2018 Sealed inner envelopes to be marked 'Tender Christmas Lights', for the attention of the Town Clerk, Thetford Town Council. Electronic submissions cannot be accepted. Postal Address: Kings House, King Street, Thetford, Norfolk, IP24 2AP Details of the winning contract will be published IAW Local Government Transparency Code 2014.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-906d391d-945b-4072-8fd5-d11948a5c14b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/33b30915-5017-44b9-b1e5-c34872752a8b
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

51 - Installation services (except software)

CPV Codes

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

51000000 - Installation services (except software)

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£10,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Apr 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
4 Jun 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Jul 2018 - 31 Jan 2021 2-3 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
THETFORD TOWN COUNCIL - MAIN NUMBER
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
THETFORD
Postcode
IP24 2AT
Post Town
Ipswich
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH5 Norfolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH53 Breckland and South Norfolk
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Breckland
Electoral Ward
Thetford Castle
Westminster Constituency
South West Norfolk

Further Information

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