Tender

Bishop's Stortford Christmas Lights 2026/27-2029/30

BISHOP'S STORTFORD TOWN COUNCIL

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Tender

20 Jan 2026 at 10:56

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Bishop's Stortford Town Council is seeking bids for the festive lighting of Bishop's Stortford Town Centre over a four-year contract period from 2026/27 to 2029/30. This tender falls under the services industry category, focusing on lighting equipment and electric lamps, outdoor illumination equipment installation, and maintenance services of public lighting installations. The open competition is currently in the tender stage, with bids to be submitted by 20th March 2026. The project will be located in the UKH23 region, United Kingdom, and procurement details indicate a below-threshold value of £85,000 (net amount) and £102,000 (gross amount). The submission of tenders is allowed by post or email, with specific instructions provided for each method.

This opportunity can significantly drive business growth for companies specializing in decorative lighting and installation services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are especially encouraged to apply, given the suitability criteria of the tender. Companies providing a blend of competitive pricing and high-quality service will have a strong advantage, as both factors are critical in the award criteria. Engaging in this tender process could expand a business's portfolio in public sector contracts and enhance its credentials in the community-focused service domain.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Bishop's Stortford Christmas Lights 2026/27-2029/30

Notice Description

Bishop's Stortford Town Council organises festive lighting of Bishop's Stortford Town Centre (North Street, Potter Street, Market Square and South Street) each year. The Council is tendering for a four year contract to run from the year 2026/27 to 2029/30. Further information can be found in the tender documents.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0609a3
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004686-2026
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

31500000 - Lighting equipment and electric lamps

45316100 - Installation of outdoor illumination equipment

50232000 - Maintenance services of public-lighting installations and traffic lights

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£85,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£85,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
20 Mar 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Nov 2026 - 31 Jan 2030 3-4 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
BISHOP'S STORTFORD TOWN COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
tenders@bishopsstortfordtc.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BISHOP'S STORTFORD
Postcode
CM23 2ND
Post Town
Chelmsford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH26 North and East Hertfordshire
Delivery Location
TLH23 Hertfordshire CC
Local Authority
East Hertfordshire
Electoral Ward
Bishop's Stortford Central
Westminster Constituency
Hertford and Stortford

Further Information

Notice Documents

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