This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

30 Jun 2026 at 13:33

Tender

13 May 2026 at 11:45

Summary of the contracting process

Ipswich Borough Council has awarded a contract for the provision of stage lighting at the Corn Exchange, situated in Ipswich, Suffolk, UK. The procurement falls under the category of electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment, and consumables. The procurement method was an open competition below the threshold, with interested parties previously invited to submit tenders by 3rd June 2026. The award phase of this process is now complete, with the contracting period running from 26th June 2026 to 31st December 2026. The strategic location within the UKH14 region presents opportunities for local businesses to engage with public sector procurements.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in stage lighting, electrical machinery, and related apparatus to demonstrate their capabilities. Small and medium-sized enterprises, particularly those with experience in supplying public authorities, could leverage this contract to bolster their portfolios and gain exposure. By participating in similar open competitions, businesses can enhance their growth potential and establish a foothold within the sub-central government procurement sector.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Corn Exchange Stage Lighting

Notice Description

Ipswich Borough Council are currently out to tender for the provision of stage lighting. This opportunity is available in the 'Current Tenders' area of portal. Interested parties are invited to express their interest to gain full access to the tender documentation. The deadline date for submissions of the tender is 11am 3 June 2026. Please note late returns will NOT be permitted The deadline for clarification questions is 11am 22 May 2026 which must be generated via the correspondence option on the website

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-069788
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061311-2026
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
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

31000000 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

31500000 - Lighting equipment and electric lamps

31520000 - Lamps and light fittings

31530000 - Parts of lamps and lighting equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£71,443 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
3 Jun 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
25 Jun 2026 - 31 Dec 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
IPSWICH BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
IPSWICH
Postcode
IP1 2DE
Post Town
Ipswich
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH6 Suffolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH62 Ipswich
Delivery Location
TLH14 Suffolk CC

Local Authority
Ipswich
Electoral Ward
Gipping
Westminster Constituency
Ipswich

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

STAGE ELECTRICS PARTNERSHIP

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