Tender

Rugeley Town Council - Supply of Christmas Lights and associated works for a 3-year contract

RUGELEY TOWN COUNCIL

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Tender

18 Feb 2026 at 15:16

Summary of the contracting process

Rugeley Town Council has initiated the procurement process to secure services for the supply of Christmas lights and associated works within the town centre and surrounding area. This tender falls under the services industry category and is a public authority procurement at the sub-central government level. The council, located in Rugeley, United Kingdom, seeks a contract spanning three years, commencing on 1st September 2026 and concluding on 31st December 2028. The process is currently in the 'tender' stage, with significant deadlines including the submission end date on 20th March 2026 and the enquiry period closing on 27th February 2026. The procurement method employed is 'open procedure,' allowing broad participation from eligible businesses.

This tender presents a lucrative opportunity for businesses specialising in festive lights design, installation, and maintenance. The contract's value is set at £150,000, with an overall gross amount reaching £180,000, offering substantial return for investment. Companies known for their creative designs and ability to deliver engaging lighting displays will find this tender particularly appealing, especially small and medium enterprises (SMEs) aiming to enhance their portfolio and expand their market reach. The council is keen on innovative ideas to deliver a 'WOW' factor, enhancing the town's festive aesthetics. Such an opportunity will not only bolster a business’s credibility and visibility but also pave the way for sustained growth through public sector collaboration.

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Notice Title

Rugeley Town Council - Supply of Christmas Lights and associated works for a 3-year contract

Notice Description

Rugeley Town Council is seeking tenders from suitably qualified organisations for the design, installation, maintenance, removal and storage of festive lights and decorations in the Town Centre and surrounding area The Council is open to imaginative ideas and suggestions on how to best illuminate the area during the festive period to give that WOW factor and improve the current display for the residents of Rugeley There is the need for the winning tenderer to attend the light switch on and oversee the lights being switched on to ensure all lights are working In order that your company is considered for the supply of these services, please ensure that you submit your response to the requirements stated in the specification

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065746
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014873-2026
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
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

31522000 - Christmas tree lights

31523000 - Illuminated signs and nameplates

31530000 - Parts of lamps and lighting equipment

50232110 - Commissioning of public lighting installations

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Feb 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
20 Mar 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Aug 2026 - 31 Dec 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
RUGELEY TOWN COUNCIL
Contact Name
Christmas Light Tender 2026-2028
Contact Email
clerk@rugeleytowncouncil.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+441889574074

Buyer Location

Locality
RUGELEY
Postcode
WS15 2AA
Post Town
Walsall
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG24 Staffordshire CC
Delivery Location
TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire

Local Authority
Cannock Chase
Electoral Ward
Western Springs
Westminster Constituency
Cannock Chase

Further Information

Notice Documents

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