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Tender

16 Jul 2026 at 09:06

Summary of the contracting process

Erewash Borough Council is initiating an open tender process for the provision of an annual themed pyro-musical firework display at West Park, Long Eaton, with an estimated value of £37,500 to £45,000. Interested parties can view the full tender details on the EastMidsTenders e-portal. The procurement falls under the goods category, specifically fireworks, and is classified as a sub-central government public authority tender. The deadline for submitting tenders is 14th August 2026, following an enquiry period that ends on 31st July 2026. The contract will commence on 1st October 2026 and may extend until 30th November 2028, with an option to renew for two additional 12-month periods depending on funding, business needs, and satisfactory performance.

This tender presents an excellent business growth opportunity, especially for companies specialising in fireworks or event management services that can deliver high-quality, themed displays. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly encouraged to apply, as the tender suits such organisations. The procurement method ensures a transparent and open competition, providing a fair chance for skilled businesses to secure a consistent annual contract with the possibility of renewal, contingent upon performance and resource availability. Businesses with expertise in creative displays and those capable of handling large-scale public events will find this tender well-suited to their capabilities.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

EBCT 452 Quotation for the provision of an annual firework display at West Park, Long Eaton

Notice Description

The Council is seeking quotations for the provision of a themed pyro-musical display on West Park, Long Eaton on an annual basis.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: There is an option to extend for two further 12 month periods subject to funding, business need and satisfactory performance.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06cc7b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067070-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

24 - Chemical products


CPV Codes

24613200 - Fireworks

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£37,500 Under £100K
Lots Value
£37,500 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Jul 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
14 Aug 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Sep 2026 - 30 Nov 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
EREWASH 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
ILKESTON
Postcode
DE7 5RP
Post Town
Derby
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF13 South and West Derbyshire
Delivery Location
TLF13 South and West Derbyshire

Local Authority
Erewash
Electoral Ward
Little Hallam
Westminster Constituency
Erewash

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