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title: "The Supply Installation and Removal of Christmas Decorations"
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published: "2020-05-29"
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# The Supply Installation and Removal of Christmas Decorations

Buyer: DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-5f1c38ee-262a-4d34-b57d-b4a41babb99c

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## Summary

The procurement process for the supply, installation, and removal of Christmas decorations was initiated by Durham County Council. The contract, titled "The Supply Installation and Removal of Christmas Decorations," falls under the services category, specifically relating to Christmas tree lights (CPV 31522000). The contract is based in Durham, England, with a total value of £30,000 and a minimum value of £25,000. The procurement was conducted through an open procedure and has been completed as of May 29, 2020. The contract period runs from August 3, 2020, to August 3, 2021, with the tender period closing on April 24, 2020.

This contract presents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the decorations and lighting sector to engage in local government projects. Businesses specialising in festive decorations, including those that provide services for installation, testing, and maintenance, would be particularly well-suited to compete for similar contracts in the future. By participating in such tenders, companies can enhance their visibility and potentially secure ongoing contracts with public authorities like Durham County Council.

## Notice

Contract to supply and install specialist Christmas decorations in Durham City and Chester Le Street for the period 2020 to 2021, including pull out testing of existing building anchors and installation of catenaries.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/40894565-34b2-4fe0-ba3e-a001c316e2dd |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 29 May 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 24 Apr 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 28 May 2020 |
| Contract period | 2 Aug 2020 - 3 Aug 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £30,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £27,770 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | DURHAM |
| Post town | Durham |
| Postcode | DH1 5UE |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC41 Durham |
| Local authority | County Durham |
| Electoral ward | Neville's Cross |
| Westminster constituency | City of Durham |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | LIGHTING AND ILLUMINATION TECHNOLOGY EXPERIENCE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 31522000 - Christmas tree lights

## Release History

- 29 May 2020 at 10:55 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/40894565-34b2-4fe0-ba3e-a001c316e2dd

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/40894565-34b2-4fe0-ba3e-a001c316e2dd
  29th May 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.durham.gov.uk

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