Tender

St Neots Christmas Lights Decorations

ST NEOTS TOWN COUNCIL

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Tender

17 Apr 2025 at 12:19

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

St Neots Town Council is inviting tenders for the design, supply, installation, removal, storage, and annual maintenance and testing of high-quality Christmas lights for Market Square and High Street. This contract is for the festive light displays in the 2025, 2026, and 2027 Christmas seasons, starting November 2025. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage and submissions must be received by noon, 23rd May 2025. The project falls within the 'Lighting equipment and electric lamps' CPV category and is located in St Neots, United Kingdom. This open competition is below threshold, ensuring broad participation.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in festive decorations and lighting solutions. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in creating and maintaining elaborate lighting displays will find this contract particularly beneficial for growth. Participants are required to meet all design specifications and safety requirements, making it ideal for companies with a strong portfolio in reliable and appealing public displays. The three-year contract includes ownership and maintenance of the Christmas lights, providing ongoing business potential for qualified firms.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

St Neots Christmas Lights Decorations

Notice Description

St Neots Town Council oversees the Christmas light display in the Market Square and High Street and is inviting tenders for the design, supply, installation, removal, storage, and annual maintenance and testing of high-quality Christmas lights. This contract will cover the festive light displays for the 2025, 2026, and 2027 Christmas seasons, starting in November 2025. The Council is committed to delivering a high-quality Christmas lights display for its residents. The aim is to create a festive display that impresses the community and celebrates the season. The primary objectives are the following: Deliver a safe and reliable lighting display that aligns with the design brief and specified locations. Comply with the established timelines. Prioritise health and safety in all circumstances

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0504d2
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015901-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

98 - Other community, social and personal services

CPV Codes

31500000 - Lighting equipment and electric lamps

31600000 - Electrical equipment and apparatus

98300000 - Miscellaneous services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£66,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£66,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Apr 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
23 May 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Jul 2025 - 8 Jan 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ST NEOTS TOWN COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
enquiries@stneots-tc.gov.uk
Contact Phone
01480388911

Buyer Location

Locality
ST NEOTS
Postcode
PE19 1ER
Post Town
Peterborough
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH4 Cambridgeshire and Peterborough
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH42 Cambridgeshire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Huntingdonshire
Electoral Ward
St Neots Priory Park & Little Paxton
Westminster Constituency
St Neots and Mid Cambridgeshire

Further Information

Notice Documents

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