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Delivery of Four Lightwaves Events for East Lindsey

EAST LINDSEY DISTRICT COUNCIL

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02 Jun 2026 at 08:55

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process facilitated by East Lindsey District Council involves the delivery of four Lightwaves events across different locations in the United Kingdom, specifically in Spilsby, Sutton on Sea, Chapel St Leonards, and Sandilands. This procurement falls under the arts and culture category, managed through a direct procurement method below the competitive threshold, and has been classified as complete. Key dates include a start date for the contract on 7th May 2026, with an end date set for 1st March 2027. The awarded contract is valued at £156,000 gross and has been signed with The Sessions House CIC.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses engaged in artistic and cultural services, particularly those capable of influencing local economies through event-driven footfall. Given the nature of Lightwaves as community-led events with substantial economic and social benefits, businesses that can deliver innovative and impactful cultural projects would find this an excellent opportunity for growth. Large enterprises similar to The Sessions House CIC, which possess the scale to undertake such vibrant projects, are well-suited to compete in this sector. The procurement process, sans competitive bidding, allows for uniquely qualified suppliers to facilitate the cultural and economic activities envisioned by the district council.

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Notice Title

Delivery of Four Lightwaves Events for East Lindsey

Notice Description

There are 4 events taking place in Spilsby, Sutton on Sea, Chapel St Leonards and Sandilands. Lightwaves are community led events and have great economic impact on our local businesses in the quieter months by bringing footfall onto our high streets. The event brings a wave of light, creativity and community spirit. These services meet the specific requirements of an arts/ culture event which cannot be procured competitively due to the nature of the requirement.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06ab16
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/051717-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services


CPV Codes

92312000 - Artistic services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£130,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Jun 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 May 20264 weeks ago
Contract Period
6 May 2026 - 1 Mar 2027 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
EAST LINDSEY DISTRICT COUNCIL
Additional Buyers

PUBLIC SECTOR PARTNERSHIP SERVICES LTD

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
HORNCASTLE
Postcode
LN9 6PH
Post Town
Lincoln
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD34 Greater Manchester South West
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Salford
Electoral Ward
Ordsall
Westminster Constituency
Salford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

THE SESSIONS HOUSE

Further Information

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