Tender

TTC/21/002

THETFORD TOWN COUNCIL

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Tender

20 May 2021 at 16:12

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Thetford Town Council is inviting tenders for the installation, maintenance, and removal of Christmas lights in the town under the title "TTC/21/002". This procurement process falls under the industry category of Electrical machinery and installation services, with the contract period starting on 1st August 2021 and ending on 31st January 2024. Interested suppliers should submit their quotations by noon on 18th June 2021, as this tender is currently in the planning stage, following a direct procurement method described as a single tender action below the threshold.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in electrical services and festive embellishments, particularly those that can demonstrate experience in similar projects. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that are proficient in project management, lighting installations, and health and safety compliance would be well-suited to compete. The contract covers a three-year term with an annual review, making it an attractive prospect for companies seeking to expand their portfolio in community-focused projects.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

TTC/21/002

Notice Description

The Town Council provides an annual programme of Christmas illuminations in the Town. The focus of the illumination scheme is the annual 'switch-on' event, which usually occurs in the last week of November or the first week of December. The Council is tendering with a view to agreeing a contract with a supplier for the 2021 switch on and the following two years (2022 and 2023). 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. We 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 one year plus a written quote for a three-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. Environment Strategy. Example Risk Assessment/ Example Method Statement. Two 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 754247 tinacunnell@thetfordtowncouncil.gov.uk for site visits please contact Nick Thompson 07760 629223 Quotations to be in by 12 noon, Friday 18th of June 2021 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: The Carnegie, Cage Lane, Thetford, Norfolk, IP24 2DS Details of the winning contract will be published in accordance with Local Government Transparency Code 2014.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-d43969c0-6c45-4441-ae8d-9b27dc72106a
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e68ac5b3-488b-4116-991b-a5ee98e3f9db
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below 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
£30,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 May 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
30 Jun 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Jul 2021 - 31 Jan 2024 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
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
THETFORD
Postcode
IP24 2DS
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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