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Christmas Illuminations

WORPLESDON PARISH COUNCIL

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09 May 2025 at 11:49

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process was initiated by Worplesdon Parish Council for the Christmas Illuminations project, under the industry category of community, social and personal services. This procurement involves installing energy-efficient lighting and delivering a premium quality Christmas tree across multiple sites within Guildford, including St Mary's Church and Perry Hill Green. The procurement stage is now complete with the award of the contract to JDS Decorations Limited. The contract was signed on 9th May 2025, and covers services from 15th November 2025 to 15th January 2028 with potential for renewal. The tender process was conducted below the threshold using an unknown procurement method, fulfilling all necessary technical requirements and compliance standards.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in festive decorations and energy-efficient lighting solutions. Small and medium enterprises with expertise in environmentally friendly lighting technologies and decorative installations are particularly well-suited to compete, given the emphasis on sustainability and technical compliance. Businesses gained the opportunity to demonstrate their capacity in executing public decoration projects across various community locations, enhancing their portfolio and visibility in the public domain. Engaging in this contract entails responsibilities that include maintenance, ensuring functionality and adhering to safety standards throughout the festive period, providing opportunities for sustained business growth.

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Notice Title

Christmas Illuminations

Notice Description

a. Christmas Illuminations: * Installation of Christmas illuminations in designated public open spaces. * Use of energy-efficient and environmentally friendly lighting solutions. * Illumination of trees and other suitable structures. b. Christmas Tree Delivery: * Supply and delivery of a premium quality Christmas tree to specified locations. * Installation and decoration of the Christmas tree with white LED lights. * Maintenance of the Christmas tree and illuminations throughout the festive season to ensure functionality and safety. Technical Requirements a. Christmas Illuminations: * LED lighting. * Weather-resistant materials. * Compliance with UK laws and regulations regarding electrical fixings. * Adherence to the British Standard for electrical installations (BS 7671) and any other applicable safety standards. b. Christmas Tree: * High quality Norwegian spruce Christmas tree 15 - 18ft in height (above ground) * LED illuminations to be in accordance with a traditional festive theme (static white lights) * Timely delivery and installation by the third week in November annually (but not before the 15th of November annually) Locations: St Mary's Church, Perry Hill, Worplesdon, GU3 3RE 15ft - 18ft Christmas tree to be installed, illuminated during the festive period, removed and disposed of at an appropriate waste facility - site (existing power supply available) to include maintenance if the lights fail for any reason. Perry Hill Green, Worplesdon, GU3 3PF Wrap LED lights into eleven live trees situated on the Green, to include maintenance and unwrapping/rewrapping of the trees should tree surgery be required - to include maintenance if the lights fail for any reason. Pitch Place Green GU3 3LQ Illuminate existing living Christmas tree - to include maintenance if the lights fail for any reason. Fairlands Community Centre, GU3 3NA Installation of an illuminated tree cone 12ft - 15ft during the festive period, the cone to be removed and safely stored on behalf of the Parish Council annually - to include maintenance if the lights fail for any reason. Wood Street Village Green, Guildford, Surrey, GU3 3EU 15ft - 18ft Christmas tree to be installed, illuminated during the festive period, removed and disposed of at an appropriate waste facility - site (existing power supply available) to include maintenance if the lights fail for any reason. Jacobs Well Village Hall, GU4 7PD Installation of an illuminated tree cone 12ft - 15ft during the festive period, the cone to be removed and safely stored on behalf of the Parish Council annually - to include maintenance if the lights fail for any reason.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-050fad
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020047-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - unknown
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

98 - Other community, social and personal services


CPV Codes

98000000 - Other community, social and personal services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£79,400 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 May 20259 months ago
Contract Period
15 Nov 2025 - 15 Jan 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WORPLESDON PARISH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Gaynor White
Contact Email
clerk@worplesdon-pc.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+441483300094

Buyer Location

Locality
GUILDFORD
Postcode
GU2 9JX
Post Town
Guildford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ25 West Surrey
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Guildford
Electoral Ward
Stoughton North
Westminster Constituency
Guildford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

JDS DECORATIONS

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