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Installation and removal of Christmas lighting and decoration for Stockton Sparkles 2025

STOCKTON ON TEES BOROUGH COUNCIL

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11 Nov 2025 at 14:07

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for "Installation and removal of Christmas lighting and decoration for Stockton Sparkles 2025" was carried out by Stockton on Tees Borough Council, a public authority operating at the sub-central government level in the United Kingdom. The procurement falls under the "works" category within the electrical installation industry, specifically under CPV code "45317000". This contract follows a direct procurement method, identified as "Below threshold - without competition", and is related to the Stockton High Street location. The contract, valued at £69,726.60, was signed on 17th September 2025 and spans from 1st October 2025 to 1st February 2026. The procurement stage is complete with Powercare Electrical Services Limited awarded as the supplier on 11th November 2025.

This tender creates substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in electrical installations, specifically those with experience in installing and dismantling festive decorations. As the procurement method was direct and awarded without competition, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with a proven track record and existing relationships with local councils could find similar projects beneficial for growth. Businesses with expertise in handling complex logistical challenges and adhering to specific deadlines would be well-suited to compete in similar future tenders. Such projects could help businesses expand their portfolio and enhance their reputation within the public sector procurement domain.

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Notice Title

Installation and removal of Christmas lighting and decoration for Stockton Sparkles 2025

Notice Description

The contract is for the installation and removal of Christmas lighting and decorations to Stockton Sparkles Christmas Event 2025, the work is scheduled in line with the "switch on" in Stockton High Street, the work includes a schedule of Items to be installed (e.g. lights and decorations), their location in the high street, transportation of the decorations, labour and associated plant required. Powercare has provided this service for numerous years to a high standard and delivered it to a unique deadline. The value is PS69,726.60

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05debe
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072828-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45317000 - Other electrical installation work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£69,726 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Nov 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Sep 20257 months ago
Contract Period
30 Sep 2025 - 1 Feb 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
STOCKTON ON TEES BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
STOCKTON ON TEES
Postcode
TS17 6BJ
Post Town
Cleveland
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC3 Tees Valley
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC31 Hartlepool and Stockton-on-Tees
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Stockton-on-Tees
Electoral Ward
Mandale & Victoria
Westminster Constituency
Middlesbrough and Thornaby East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

POWERCARE ELECTRICAL SERVICES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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