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Provision of Christmas Light Scheme 2025 on behalf of the London Borough of Hillingdon

LONDON BOROUGH OF HILLINGDON

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

05 Dec 2025 at 08:34

Award

29 Sep 2025 at 14:14

Tender

22 May 2025 at 16:40

Summary of the contracting process

The London Borough of Hillingdon has completed the procurement process for the 2025 Christmas Light Scheme, utilising an open procedure. The contract covers the installation and management of Christmas tree lights in various locations, including town centres and villages. The scheme falls under the industry category of goods, specifically targeting Christmas tree lights as per CPV classification 31522000. Initially planned in May 2025, the tender reached the award stage by September 2025, with the contract being signed on 14 September 2025. The contract commenced on the same date and is set to end on 15 September 2026, with an option to extend until September 2027. The value of the active contract, awarded to EVENT POWER ENGINEERING LIMITED, is £98,914 GBP, highlighting the procurement's below-threshold value. The procurement focusses on delivering a quality scheme with performance guarantees and offers opportunities for extension based on contract performance and operational needs.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for SMEs specialising in lighting and holiday-themed services, reflecting an ideal environment for businesses looking to expand within the public sector. The open procedure method ensured fair competition, attracting four bids, with EVENT POWER ENGINEERING LIMITED successfully securing the contract. As the Christmas lighting programme unfolds over the borough's managed schemes, SMEs with expertise in event power and lighting engineering are well-positioned to deliver high-quality services. The scope includes managing 28 schemes under the Council's direct oversight, providing visibility and potential for growth through public-sector partnerships. Businesses with established operations in the sector can leverage the experience gained from such contracts to build trust and expand their services beyond this project, enhancing their portfolio and market presence.

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Notice Title

Provision of Christmas Light Scheme 2025 on behalf of the London Borough of Hillingdon

Notice Description

The London Borough of Hillingdon required a supplier to provide Christmas Light Scheme for 2025. The Council has traditionally supported the delivery of the Christmas lighting programme in the borough's Town Centres, villages and shopping parades. There are now 28 Christmas lighting schemes that are under the Council's direct management. The contract duration is for one year with the option to extend for a futher one year, up to Sept 2027.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Options: The Contract will be for an initial term of one (1) year with an extendable option for a period of one (1) year, giving a total of two (2) years] (the Term).

Renewal: The Contract will be awarded for an initial term of one (1) year, with the option to extend for a further period of up to one (1) additional year, subject to satisfactory performance and continued service requirement. The extension may be exercised at the Authority's discretion, taking into account factors such as contract performance, value for money, and ongoing operational needs. This allows for a maximum potential contract duration of two (2) years in total.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-051f5c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/079962-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

31522000 - Christmas tree lights

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£230,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£230,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
£281,930 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
£98,914 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
17 Jun 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Sep 20255 months ago
Contract Period
13 Sep 2025 - 15 Sep 2026 1-2 years
Recurrence
2027-05-03

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LONDON BOROUGH OF HILLINGDON
Contact Name
jgasparette@hillingdon.gov.uk
Contact Email
procurement@hillingdon.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
UXBRIDGE
Postcode
UB8 1UW
Post Town
Southall
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI7 Outer London - West and North West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI74 Harrow and Hillingdon
Delivery Location
TLI London

Local Authority
Hillingdon
Electoral Ward
Uxbridge
Westminster Constituency
Uxbridge and South Ruislip

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

EVENT POWER ENGINEERING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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