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Provision of Christmas Lights Display Services for Raunds Town Council (Contract Term: 2026-2028 or 2026-2030)

RAUNDS TOWN COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

Raunds Town Council is seeking to procure a contractor for the design, supply, installation, maintenance, removal, and storage of festive Christmas lighting displays throughout Raunds town centre. The procurement falls under the industry categories of Christmas tree lights, lighting systems, electrical installation work, and commissioning of public lighting installations. The contract term is for either 2026–2028 or 2026–2030. This tender is currently in the tender update stage, with a deadline for submissions set for 12th September 2025. The procurement method is an open procedure, and the location is specified within the UK, particularly in regions UKF and UKH. The estimated contract value is £26,500 gross, with submissions made via email.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities for companies capable of providing comprehensive festive lighting services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in design and electrical installations, particularly those experienced with public sector projects, are particularly well-suited to participate. The contract evaluation will focus on cost-effectiveness, methodology, project delivery, and relevant experience, encouraging businesses to showcase their innovative lighting solutions and logistical capabilities. With requirements including the supply and rental of lighting displays, onsite emergency repairs, and safety compliance, businesses that demonstrate robust safety standards and efficient project management will likely hold a competitive edge.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of Christmas Lights Display Services for Raunds Town Council (Contract Term: 2026-2028 or 2026-2030)

Notice Description

Raunds Town Council is procuring a contract for the design, supply (including rental where applicable), installation, in-season maintenance, removal, and storage of festive Christmas lighting displays across various public spaces in the town centre. The contractor will be responsible for delivering the full lifecycle of Christmas lighting services annually, over either a three-year term (2026-2028) or a five-year term (2026-2030). Tenderers are required to submit proposals and pricing for both durations. The required services include but are not limited to: Supply and rental of lighting displays for 16 lamp columns, including 12 single units, 2 double units, and 1 feature display. Installation and takedown of both Council-owned and contractor-supplied lighting. Attendance by a two-person team at the annual Christmas Lights Switch-On event (last Sunday in November). Annual PAT testing and safety checks of all lighting equipment. Annual load testing of four anchor bolts for cross-street/catenary installations. In-season maintenance, including emergency repairs within 24 hours and standard issue resolution within 36 hours. Secure, insured storage of Council-owned equipment between seasons. Full compliance with BS 7671 electrical wiring regulations and applicable health and safety legislation. Coordination with Council officers to ensure design quality, visual impact, and energy efficiency. Testing of lights on the day of the Switch-On event and provision of estimated electricity consumption data where required. Installations must begin after Armistice Day (12 November) and be fully operational at least 14 days before the Switch-On event. All lighting must be switched off by 6 January and removed by 18 January each year. The contractor must demonstrate relevant experience, hold the required levels of public liability (PS10m), employer's liability (PS10m), and professional indemnity insurance (PS2m), and attend a mandatory site visit before submission. This procurement will be conducted under the open procedure. Evaluation will be based on both cost and quality criteria.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-056b04
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045088-2025
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

45 - Construction work

50 - Repair and maintenance services

CPV Codes

31522000 - Christmas tree lights

31527260 - Lighting systems

45310000 - Electrical installation work

50232110 - Commissioning of public lighting installations

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£22,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£22,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
12 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
6 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2030 4-5 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
RAUNDS TOWN COUNCIL
Contact Name
Town Clerk
Contact Email
info@raunds-tc.gov.uk
Contact Phone
01933 622087

Buyer Location

Locality
WELLINGBOROUGH
Postcode
NN9 6LT
Post Town
Northampton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF25 North Northamptonshire
Delivery Location
TLF East Midlands (England), TLH East (England)
Local Authority
North Northamptonshire
Electoral Ward
Raunds
Westminster Constituency
Corby and East Northamptonshire

Further Information

Notice Documents

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