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07 Jul 2026 at 14:01

Summary of the contracting process

North Kesteven District Council has undertaken a procurement process titled "THEATRE LIGHTING UPGRADE - TECHNICAL SYSTEM REPLACEMENT FOR THE TERRY O'TOOLE THEATRE", seeking to enhance its lighting system with an environmentally friendly and cost-effective solution to support its local arts programme. This procurement activity falls under the services category and is being executed in conjunction with Lincolnshire County Council, which provides procurement advice and support. The process has reached the award stage with Technical Stage Services being the successful supplier. The procurement method employed was limited competition, which was below the threshold, denoting a selective and focused tender process. This contract, signed on 7th July 2026, is valued at £116,842.14 and will be implemented from 3rd August to 1st October 2026, with all activities centred in the UKF3 region of the United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the lighting and stage equipment sector, especially those focusing on sustainable and innovative lighting solutions. Suppliers specialising in installation, repair, and maintenance services can leverage this contract to demonstrate their capabilities in delivering advanced, energy-efficient systems. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in similar projects can find a strong foothold in public sector contracting, building their portfolios through such initiatives. The involvement of Technical Stage Services, an SME, highlights the openness of this procurement process to smaller businesses, fostering an environment for growth within the public procurement landscape.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

THEATRE LIGHTING UPGRADE - TECHNICAL SYSTEM REPLACEMENT FOR THE TERRY O'TOOLE THEATRE

Notice Description

The Theatre is looking for a supplier to upgrade its lighting system to a more cost effective and environmentally friendly system which can support it with its wide-ranging programme and help secure its future as part of the local Arts Community.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c568
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/063730-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

50 - Repair and maintenance services

51 - Installation services (except software)


CPV Codes

31527260 - Lighting systems

50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

51000000 - Installation services (except software)

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£116,842 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
2 Aug 2026 - 1 Oct 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
NORTH KESTEVEN DISTRICT COUNCIL
Additional Buyers

LINCOLNSHIRE COUNTY 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
SLEAFORD
Postcode
NG34 7EF
Post Town
Nottingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF3 Lincolnshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF30 Lincolnshire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Lincoln
Electoral Ward
Carholme
Westminster Constituency
Lincoln

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

TECHNICAL STAGE SERVICES

Further Information

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