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title: "Bedford Town centre Christmas Lights 2026 to 2030 (Hire Supply) - AWARD"
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# Bedford Town centre Christmas Lights 2026 to 2030 (Hire Supply) - AWARD

Buyer: BEDFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-7e4cda68-99f8-404c-b03a-3c5966703cf4

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## Summary

Bedford Borough Council, located at Cauldwell Street, Bedford, United Kingdom, is overseeing the supply and delivery of Christmas lights in Bedford town centre from 2026 to 2030. This contract is part of the electrical machinery and lighting sector, classified under CPV code 31000000. The procurement process has reached the Award stage on 19 March 2026 with the open procedure method, highlighting an inclusive opportunity for eligible suppliers. The contract period commences on 19 March 2026 and extends until 31 January 2030, with procurement aiming to illuminate Bedford town centre during the festive seasons.

The tender, valued at £92,109.52, has been awarded to Blachere Illumination UK Limited, presenting a significant business growth opportunity for companies specialising in lighting equipment and installations. While the procurement is less suitable for SMEs and VCSEs, larger enterprises with expertise in producing and supplying electrical lighting products and services might find it beneficial to engage in similar future opportunities. This framework offers expansive delivery possibilities across local and international territories, including the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and other global regions, ensuring broad exposure and potential for international business expansion.

## Notice

Bedford Borough Council (The Council) is inviting tenders for the supply and delivery of Christmas lights in Bedford town centre

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9a75f2f5-f0a4-401f-a78f-36293ddc6801 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 31 Oct 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 19 Mar 2026 - 31 Jan 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £92,109 |
| 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 | BEDFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | ENGLAND |
| Post town | Milton Keynes |
| Postcode | MK42 9AP |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLH24 Bedford |
| Local authority | Bedford |
| Electoral ward | Cauldwell |
| Westminster constituency | Bedford |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BLACHERE ILLUMINATION |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 31000000 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

## Release History

- 19 Mar 2026 at 11:05 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9a75f2f5-f0a4-401f-a78f-36293ddc6801
- 19 Mar 2026 at 10:59 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9a75f2f5-f0a4-401f-a78f-36293ddc6801
- 19 Mar 2026 at 10:59 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9a75f2f5-f0a4-401f-a78f-36293ddc6801

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9a75f2f5-f0a4-401f-a78f-36293ddc6801
  19th March 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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