--- title: "Street light maintenance Middleton Cheney Parish Council" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-74bb0af6-9dff-429e-af4c-3fc04d26f6df" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-74bb0af6-9dff-429e-af4c-3fc04d26f6df" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-74bb0af6-9dff-429e-af4c-3fc04d26f6df.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-74bb0af6-9dff-429e-af4c-3fc04d26f6df.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "MIDDLETON CHENEY PARISH COUNCIL" published: "2025-08-05" --- # Street light maintenance Middleton Cheney Parish Council Buyer: MIDDLETON CHENEY PARISH COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-74bb0af6-9dff-429e-af4c-3fc04d26f6df [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-74bb0af6-9dff-429e-af4c-3fc04d26f6df) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-74bb0af6-9dff-429e-af4c-3fc04d26f6df.json) ## Summary Middleton Cheney Parish Council is seeking qualified contractors for the comprehensive maintenance of its street lighting network, covering 200 units primarily consisting of 5-6 metre columns with LED lanterns. This procurement process, classified under the CPV code '34928510', pertains to street-lighting columns, and it employs an open procedure for interested parties. The tender stage commenced on 5th August 2025, with submissions due by 1st September 2025. Located in Middleton Cheney, England, this contract is set to begin on 29th September 2025 and will conclude on 29th September 2028. The contract value is estimated at £25,000, with the buying organisation placing significant emphasis on factors such as price, experience, and technical methodology in the evaluation criteria. This tender presents valuable opportunities for businesses specialising in street light maintenance, particularly those with experience in handling LED lighting solutions and conducting routine inspections. Companies that can deliver high-quality services within the specified budget and possess relevant accreditations and insurance are well-positioned to compete. The focus on open procurement suggests that small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, making this an attractive proposition for such entities looking to expand their portfolio by working with local government authorities. ## Notice 1. Background The Council seeks a qualified contractor to provide comprehensive maintenance for its 200-unit street lighting network, comprising primarily 5-6 metre columns with LED lanterns. 2. Asset Profile * Total Units: 200 * Column Heights: Predominantly 5m and 6m * Lantern Types: "Mini Aspire LED" retrofit units, few "heritage" type. * Ownership: All assets of the contract are the responsibility of the Parish Council * Power Supply: Unmetered supply (UMS) via DNO 3. Scope of Works 3.1 Routine Inspections * Night-time patrols - monthly visual inspections of all units * Annual physical checks - of lanterns, brackets, control gear * Electrical safety testing - Once per contract (BS 7671 compliant) * Structural inspections - Once per contract (in line with ILP GN22/19) 3.2 Reactive Maintenance * Lamp failure / lantern outage: diagnosed and repaired * Control gear, photocell, cut-out replacement (like-for-like) * Minor cabling repairs * Reporting of third-party damage or vandalism * Make safe emergency repairs (within 3 hours) 3.3 Planned Maintenance * Agreed schedule for batch component replacements * Identification of obsolete stock and recommendation of equivalents 3.4 Emergency Works * Danger to life, exposed wiring, fallen columns * Immediate site attendance and public hazard mitigation 4. Technical Standards, as listed or similar * Electrical Installations: BS 7671 (18th Edition) * Street Lighting Design & Maintenance: BS 5489-1:2020 * Column Structural Integrity: ILP GN22/19 * Work on Highways: Chapter 8, Traffic Signs Manual * PPE & Health & Safety Compliance: CDM Regulations 2015 5. Record Keeping Requirements * Asset register maintenance * Repairs log with date, unit ID, fault, action taken * Components used with batch/serial reference * Quarterly submission of maintenance summaries * Open access to records on request by the Council 6. Highway Authority Liaison * Submit permits for any road works affecting carriageway or footway * Arrange closures or traffic management as needed * Notify Council of scheduled works that may affect public access 7. Tender Evaluation Criteria Criteria Weighting Price / Value for Money 40% Relevant Experience 20% Technical Methodology 20% Quality Assurance Measures 10% Social Value / Sustainability 10% 8. Submission Instructions * Bidders must submit: o Completed Tender form o Insurance and accreditation details o References for similar contracts o Company details and declaration * Deadline: Monday 1st September 2025 * Format: Email, subject TENDER DOCUMENTS ENCLOSED or paper copy marked TENDER DOCUMENTS ENCLOSED, FAO the Clerk, to the address below. * Contact: Pip Davis, clerk@middletoncheney.org.uk Middleton Cheney Parish Council Main Road, Middleton Cheney OX17 2LR ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/be829e10-5cab-4fc0-814a-12e27a398c02 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 5 Aug 2025 | | Submission deadline | 1 Sep 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 28 Sep 2025 - 29 Sep 2028 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £25,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | MIDDLETON CHENEY PARISH COUNCIL | | Locality | BANBURY | | Post town | Oxford | | Postcode | OX17 2LR | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire | | ITL 3 | TLF24 West Northamptonshire | | Local authority | West Northamptonshire | | Electoral ward | Middleton Cheney | | Westminster constituency | South Northamptonshire | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation ### Codes - 34928510 - Street-lighting columns - 34928520 - Lampposts - 34928530 - Street lamps ## Release History - 5 Aug 2025 at 12:37 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/be829e10-5cab-4fc0-814a-12e27a398c02 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/be829e10-5cab-4fc0-814a-12e27a398c02 5th August 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/4a64fe1b-d98c-4ef1-bada-f2ec638543eb - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/87e4d91d-94c8-4fab-b0f7-598592269097 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/5579a0c3-6a44-46d1-b269-7d52311ecc40 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/3ea59b6f-4ca3-4ab9-abd4-92fa2e957501 Tender form, word editable. ## Notice URLs - http://www.middletoncheney.org.uk ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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