--- title: "To supply a managed service for Christmas lighting" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-a8ccf47b-fc54-4693-8df7-a7cd94318f1f" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-a8ccf47b-fc54-4693-8df7-a7cd94318f1f" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-a8ccf47b-fc54-4693-8df7-a7cd94318f1f.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-a8ccf47b-fc54-4693-8df7-a7cd94318f1f.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "TAUNTON TOWN COUNCIL" published: "2024-01-18" --- # To supply a managed service for Christmas lighting Buyer: TAUNTON TOWN COUNCIL Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a8ccf47b-fc54-4693-8df7-a7cd94318f1f [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-a8ccf47b-fc54-4693-8df7-a7cd94318f1f) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-a8ccf47b-fc54-4693-8df7-a7cd94318f1f.json) ## Summary The Taunton Town Council is inviting tenders for the supply, installation, and maintenance of a high-quality festive light display. The procurement process involves creating a visually stunning Christmas light installation to enhance the festive atmosphere, boost the local economy, and engage the community. The deadline for tender submissions is 30th September 2023, with a contract period starting on 1st February 2024 and ending on 1st February 2026. This tender from Taunton Town Council presents an opportunity for businesses specialising in lighting equipment and services to compete. Companies experienced in creating visually captivating displays and engaging community events are well-suited to participate. The procurement method is direct, with a focus on a single tender action under the services category. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to apply, aligning with the council's aim to promote local economic growth through this festive initiative. ## Notice Taunton is the County Town of Somerset and was one of the first towns in the Southwest to be awarded Garden Town Status and has a population of around 70,000. Taunton Town Council is ambitious with its plan to highlight its offer as regional festive destination like no other. To offer an experience that creates lasting memories. The Christmas offer must; Create a festive atmosphere: by using Christmas lights to create a warm and inviting ambiance, adding to the festive spirit of Christmas. To help transform ordinary streets into magical and enchanting spaces, creating a sense of joy and wonder. Boosting Local Economy: Christmas lights attract tourists and shoppers to town and the town council want to see this lead to increased footfall and potential business for local retailers. The vibrant and attractive street displays need to entice people to venture out and explore the area, providing a boost to the local economy. Community Engagement: The installation of Christmas lights will need to bring communities together by becoming a focal point for gathering and socialising. Taunton Town Council will organise switch on events each year and festive activities around the lights, such as tree lighting ceremonies, Christmas markets, and local entertainers. The events foster a sense of community spirit and togetherness and the lights will help foster collaboration. Taunton Town Council's Christmas lights have become deeply ingrained in our cultural traditions. The lights bring a sense of nostalgia and remind us of childhood memories. The anticipation and excitement surrounding the annual display of lights help to create a shared experience that brings people together and helps to build pride in the town. Taunton Town Council are looking for a well-designed Christmas light installation, that is visually stunning, creating a spectacle that captivates both young and old. The theme must be colourful and classic and intricate displays can feature various but relevant themes, adding to the visual appeal and charm of the town centre. This visual impact attracts attention, encourages social media sharing, and promotes the town as a vibrant and attractive regional destination. Taunton Town Council is inviting tenders for the supply, installation and removal, storage, maintenance, and testing of a high-quality festive light display. To find the full description of the tender, please look under "more information" for attachments. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0e328aed-502f-438d-8103-3f92927256dc | | Notice type | Award Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Direct | | Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | SME | | All stages | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 18 Jan 2024 | | Submission deadline | 30 Sep 2023 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 14 Dec 2023 | | Contract period | 1 Jan 2024 - 31 Dec 2026 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £140,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | £105,000 | | 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 | TAUNTON TOWN COUNCIL | | Locality | TAUNTON | | Post town | Taunton | | Postcode | TA1 9QQ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset | | ITL 3 | TLK62 Somerset | | Local authority | Somerset | | Electoral ward | Bishop's Hull & Taunton West | | Westminster constituency | Taunton and Wellington | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | THE FESTIVE LIGHTING | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting ### Codes - 31200000 - Electricity distribution and control apparatus - 31500000 - Lighting equipment and electric lamps - 31600000 - Electrical equipment and apparatus - 31700000 - Electronic, electromechanical and electrotechnical supplies ## Release History - 18 Jan 2024 at 15:25 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0e328aed-502f-438d-8103-3f92927256dc - 17 Aug 2023 at 12:16 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/600e67d1-aefc-4696-aca9-81896f7095da - 11 Aug 2023 at 14:29 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/600e67d1-aefc-4696-aca9-81896f7095da - 1 Aug 2023 at 15:00 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/600e67d1-aefc-4696-aca9-81896f7095da - 31 Jul 2023 at 14:00 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/600e67d1-aefc-4696-aca9-81896f7095da ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0e328aed-502f-438d-8103-3f92927256dc 18th January 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/600e67d1-aefc-4696-aca9-81896f7095da 17th August 2023 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/60c6f73f-2549-45f8-b6c2-5e68a5017e50 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/17863d1d-cb67-4924-8785-1eddd684858e ## Notice URLs - http://www.taunton-tc.gov.uk ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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