Tender

Bridgwater Town Council - Fireworks Contract (St Matthews Field & Snowflakes) (ref BTCF) - 2025 to 2027

BRIDGWATER TOWN COUNCIL

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Tender

12 Mar 2025 at 13:11

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Bridgwater Town Council is seeking proposals for the provision of fireworks displays in Bridgwater, under the contract title "Bridgwater Town Council - Fireworks Contract (St Matthews Field & Snowflakes) (ref BTCF) - 2025 to 2027". This tender is within the explosives industry category and located in the South West region of the United Kingdom. The procurement is currently at the tender stage with the deadline for submissions set for 25th April 2025. The contract period commences on 5th May 2025 and ends on 4th May 2028. This open procedure procurement aims to hire a contractor to provide professional fireworks displays, ensuring compliance with safety and environmental regulations.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in fireworks and event management, particularly those focused on safety and environmental concerns. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate due to their suitability for the services required. Winning this contract could lead to ongoing business and increased visibility within the South West region, especially during major local events like Bridgwater Carnival and the Christmas light switch-on. Businesses capable of delivering high-quality fireworks displays with minimal adverse environmental impact stand a strong chance of securing this contract.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Bridgwater Town Council - Fireworks Contract (St Matthews Field & Snowflakes) (ref BTCF) - 2025 to 2027

Notice Description

Bridgwater Town Council invites proposals for the provision of two professional fireworks displays to be held annually in Bridgwater. The first display is to take place at St Matthew's Field on the Friday before Bridgwater Carnival, and the second as part of the 'Snowflakes' Christmas light switch-on event at Cornhill. The appointed contractor must ensure all displays meet relevant safety and environmental regulations, with a strong emphasis on minimising smoke, fumes, and debris.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7c4b3111-2aa2-4f54-bc37-dad80f38cad9
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

24 - Chemical products

CPV Codes

24600000 - Explosives

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£20,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Mar 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
25 Apr 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
4 May 2025 - 4 May 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
BRIDGWATER TOWN COUNCIL
Contact Name
Rob Semple
Contact Email
procurement@bridgwater-tc.gov.uk
Contact Phone
01278 427692

Buyer Location

Locality
BRIDGWATER
Postcode
TA6 3AS
Post Town
Taunton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK62 Somerset
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Somerset
Electoral Ward
Bridgwater South
Westminster Constituency
Bridgwater

Further Information

Notice Documents

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