Tender

Christmas Lights for Crowborough Three year contract

CROWBOROUGH TOWN COUNCIL

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Tender

18 Jul 2025 at 13:50

Summary of the contracting process

Crowborough Town Council is currently in the tender phase for a three-year contract titled "Christmas Lights for Crowborough." The procurement, described under the industry category of "works," involves the supply and installation of annual Christmas lighting decorations around Crowborough, including lamppost lights, street displays, and tree illuminations. The open procedure is set below the threshold, inviting potential bidders to submit their tenders by 28th August 2025. The contract will span from 1st January 2026 to 31st December 2028, with the main delivery location identified by the postcode TN6 1DH in England. The project falls under CPV codes for "Christmas tree lights" and "Illuminated signs and nameplates," signalling the Council's desire for vibrant seasonal displays.

This procurement offers a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in festive lighting arrangements, particularly those with expertise in large-scale decoration projects. Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) will find this tender particularly relevant due to its suitability emphasis. Successful engagement in this contract could provide sustained business growth over the three-year period and enhance the market profile for companies involved. Businesses that excel in planning, installing, and maintaining decorative lighting would be well-placed to compete in this tender, leveraging their capabilities to illuminate the town and spread festive cheer.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Christmas Lights for Crowborough Three year contract

Notice Description

Crowborough Town Council are seeking quotes for its annual Christmas lighting decorations around the town. The contract is for three years and includes lamppost lights, across street displays and the Christmas tree illuminations. Tenders must be submitted before the deadline, and submitted by hand or post to the council offices.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5bd7c491-bda2-457d-a31e-b57edb70a25a
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
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

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£45,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Jul 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
28 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2028 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
CROWBOROUGH TOWN COUNCIL
Contact Name
Peter Cunnington
Contact Email
ctc-operations@crowboroughtowncouncil.gov.uk
Contact Phone
01892 652907

Buyer Location

Locality
CROWBOROUGH
Postcode
TN6 1DA
Post Town
Tonbridge
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ22 East Sussex CC
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Wealden
Electoral Ward
Crowborough Central
Westminster Constituency
Sussex Weald

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