Tender

Christmas Lights Tender 2025

LUTTERWORTH TOWN COUNCIL

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Tender

24 Nov 2025 at 12:44

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, managed by Lutterworth Town Council, invites tenders for the 2025 Christmas lighting display in Lutterworth town centre, classified under the "Lighting equipment and electric lamps" industry category. This open procurement, following an open procedure, is directed towards goods and will extend for three years from 2026 to 2029. Key dates include the deadline for tender submissions on 29th January 2026, candidate presentations in mid-February, and the contract award in March 2026, with the service commencing in November 2026. The procurement is valued between £54,000 and £75,000 and takes place at the postal code LE17 4SH.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses in the event management and festive decoration sectors, particularly those experienced with large-scale lighting installations. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are well-suited to compete for this contract, as the procurement process explicitly encourages their participation. Engaging in this tender could lead to significant business growth, offering the successful bidder steady work over a three-year period while enhancing their portfolio and reputation in public sector contracts. Interested parties should contact Lutterworth Town Council for further details and documentation requirements.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Christmas Lights Tender 2025

Notice Description

Invitation to tender for the hire and installation contract of the Christmas lighting display in Lutterworth town centre for 3 years, 2026 - 2029. To request tender documentation, please email events@lutterworth-tc.gov.uk with your expression of interest. Deadline for returned documentation is 29th January 2026 and shortlisted candidates will be invited to present their proposed displays mid February 2026. The contact will be awarded in March 2026 and begin November 2026.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-b6e82390-582f-4cc7-9a25-131c4f7da9d4
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a1e34c2b-c886-428a-be0a-db2c75919b67
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
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

CPV Codes

31500000 - Lighting equipment and electric lamps

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£75,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
30 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Nov 2026 - 1 Jan 2029 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
LUTTERWORTH TOWN COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LUTTERWORTH
Postcode
LE17 4SH
Post Town
Leicester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF22 Leicestershire CC and Rutland
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Harborough
Electoral Ward
Lutterworth East
Westminster Constituency
South Leicestershire

Further Information

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