Award

Christmas Illuminations

SKEGNESS TOWN COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

11 Nov 2025 at 11:43

Tender

28 May 2025 at 17:08

Summary of the contracting process

Skegness Town Council has conducted a public procurement process titled "Christmas Illuminations", which falls under the industry category of Christmas tree lights and the installation of outdoor illumination equipment. This process, focusing on the provision and installation of seasonal lights for lamp columns, cross-street lighting, and a large illuminated Christmas tree, is located in the East Midlands, United Kingdom. The procurement stage is currently at the award phase, having been completed with an active status on 21st October 2025, following its initial tender stage starting on 28th May 2025. The contract spans four years beginning on 1st September 2025 and concluding on 7th January 2029, with a tender period that ended on 30th June 2025. The estimated contract value ranges between £70,000 and £100,000, while the awarded contract is valued at £70,480. The procurement method was a limited competitive quotation below the threshold.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in festive illumination and decoration, particularly those capable of handling large-scale outdoor projects. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are well-suited to compete due to the nature of the procurement method, which fosters a competitive yet accessible bidding environment. The involvement of Gala Lights Ltd, a large supplier, indicates a high standard of delivery and quality expected by Skegness Town Council, providing a chance for growing businesses in the East Midlands area to demonstrate their capabilities and gain valuable experience in public sector contracts. Engaging with such projects can significantly enhance a firm's portfolio and credentials, boosting its visibility and business growth potential.

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Notice Title

Christmas Illuminations

Notice Description

Skegness Town Council are seeking the provision of Christmas Illuminations for lamp columns, some cross-street lighting and a large illuminated Christmas Tree with associated services. The contract will be for 4 years with first installation winter 2025.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-bd10485c-f438-4677-bdd5-b6cfec87a482
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b26e5653-000d-427f-bd89-75179db9d431
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Competitive quotation (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

31522000 - Christmas tree lights

45316100 - Installation of outdoor illumination equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£70,480 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Nov 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
30 Jun 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Oct 20256 months ago
Contract Period
20 Oct 2025 - 7 Jan 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SKEGNESS TOWN COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SKEGNESS
Postcode
PE25 2AX
Post Town
Peterborough
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF3 Lincolnshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF30 Lincolnshire CC
Delivery Location
TLF East Midlands (England)

Local Authority
East Lindsey
Electoral Ward
Scarbrough & Seacroft
Westminster Constituency
Boston and Skegness

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

GALA LIGHTS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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