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WOMEN'S RUGBY WORLD CUP - FIREWORK DISPLAY

SUNDERLAND CITY COUNCIL

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02 May 2025 at 11:14

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Summary of the contracting process

This public procurement process, managed by Sunderland City Council, pertains to the Women's Rugby World Cup fireworks display. The contract, awarded to Reaction Fireworks Limited, involves creating a visually impressive and environmentally conscious fireworks show in Sunderland on 22nd August 2025. The fireworks display will take place in the North East region of the United Kingdom and will include features such as a "waterfall effect" from the pedestrian bridge over the Riverside Sunderland. The process concluded at the award stage, with the contract valued at £30,000. The procurement method utilised was a restricted procedure below the threshold.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the pyrotechnics and event management industry, particularly those with expertise in low-emission and biodegradable fireworks. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), as well as those focusing on sustainable practices, could benefit from such contracts. By engaging in similar procurement opportunities, businesses can enhance their portfolios, gain visibility, and build strong relationships with local councils for future projects.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

WOMEN'S RUGBY WORLD CUP - FIREWORK DISPLAY

Notice Description

CONTRACT AWARD NOTICE Provide a visually spectacular and safe fireworks display of minimum 15 minutes in length on the 22nd August 2025 around 9pm (exact time to be agreed). Ensuring the display is suitably themed. Display/s are to be centred around Riverside Sunderland including the pedestrian bridge, the successful supplier will work with the Council to agree location/s that are deemed to be the most effective. The supplier must incorporate into their proposed design a "waterfall effect" utilising gerbs (fountains) from the pedestrian bridge to create a pyrotechnic wall of "falling stars". All waste from the fireworks must be collected, removed, and disposed from the firework fall out zone, and the use of biodegradable or low-emission fireworks would be preferable. Plan for post-event cleanup and waste management. Measures to minimize noise pollution and wildlife disturbance.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2331de53-598a-4eb6-ab95-6a0d0ac3ee19
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other - Restricted - Below Threshold
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

24 - Chemical products

CPV Codes

24612000 - Miscellaneous explosives

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£30,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£30,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
17 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Apr 20259 months ago
Contract Period
21 Aug 2025 - 22 Aug 2025 24 hours
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SUNDERLAND CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SUNDERLAND
Postcode
SR1 3AA
Post Town
Sunderland
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC44 Sunderland
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England)
Local Authority
Sunderland
Electoral Ward
Millfield
Westminster Constituency
Sunderland Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

REACTION FIREWORKS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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