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title: "Invitation to Tender for the Conversion of Compton Parish Council's Streetlights to LED"
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# Invitation to Tender for the Conversion of Compton Parish Council's Streetlights to LED

Buyer: COMPTON PARISH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-dccdd824-feac-499a-851d-122c4ffa6a21

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## Summary

Compton Parish Council is inviting tenders for the conversion of its streetlights to LED technology, a project aimed at enhancing energy efficiency and reducing maintenance costs. This public procurement process, classified under the works category and guided by an open procedure, requires the submission of proposals by noon on 29 January 2021. The contract's budget is set at £20,000, with the installation period expected to commence on 1 April 2021 and conclude by 31 May 2021. Interested bidders should note that the contract encompasses upgrading a total of 60 streetlights and installing an additional light at a specified location in Compton, England (postal code RG20 6NP).

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in lighting solutions, particularly those focused on energy-efficient technologies and streetlight installations. Contractors that can demonstrate compliance with health and safety standards and provide a breakdown of costs for various light types will be well-positioned to compete. Small to medium enterprises (SMEs) that have experience in similar projects and can present effective maintenance strategies will find this contract particularly suitable for fostering business growth in the local community.

## Notice

Compton Parish Council currently has a mixture of 35W SOX, 70W SON, 250W SON and LED streetlights. There is a mixture of aluminium, steel and concrete columns, pole brackets and wall brackets. Compton Parish Council invites you to quote for the following works to upgrade all lights that have not already been upgraded to LED, totalling 60 streetlights, and the installation of one additional light. The following documents are attached: * Full lighting inventory of lights owned by CPC (including those not to be replaced) * A map of all lights owned by CPC (including those not to be replaced) * A map of the location of a new light to be installed The objectives of this scheme are to: * Minimise electricity usage (whilst maintaining existing light levels) * Minimise ongoing maintenance costs * Minimise capital payback period Requirements of Contract CPC asks that any contractor wishing to carry out these works provide as much information as possible to evidence how they will help achieve these objectives, to include the information requested below. * A visual inspection will be required for all lights requiring upgrade to LED. A recommendation for each of these lights should be supplied * It should be noted that the four 250W SON lights in the Village Hall car park are flood lights * A new streetlight should be installed on the corner of Newbury Lane and the High Street subject to consultation with residents and the relevant permissions being gained. An additional map has been included to show its required position * Removal and disposal of existing non-LED lanterns * Warranty period for all supplies * Expected lifetime for all supplies * Capital cost for each light * Running cost for new lights * Details of all safety standards for materials and works * Details of works including time to complete Health & Safety Requirements * A copy of your certificate of public liability insurance must be submitted with your quote * A copy of your company's Health and Safety policy must be submitted along with your quote * A copy of your risk assessment and method statement must be submitted prior to beginning work Timescales for Installation The timescale for installation is to be agreed between the preferred contractor and CPC. Please provide an outline of your timescales for delivery of the project. Payment Payment for the works will be made on completion of the contract or at agreed stages of the contract. Evaluation & Awarding of Contract The contract will be awarded to the company that complies with all written requirements, has satisfactory references and offers the best value for money. Warranties and aftersales service will also be assessed. Tender Documents Please provide a breakdown of cost for each type of light. Submission of Tender Please submit tenders to the Clerk to the Council by noon on 29/01/21. Tenders are preferred by email to comptonparish@gmail.com or to Compton Parish Council, Wilkins Centre, Burrell Road, Compton, Newbury, RG20 6NP

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/37a26b99-0c22-4c4a-b50a-ff017d7cd160 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Jan 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 29 Jan 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2021 - 31 May 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £20,000 |
| 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 | COMPTON PARISH COUNCIL |
| Locality | COMPTON |
| Post town | Reading |
| Postcode | RG20 6NP |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ16 Berkshire West |
| Local authority | West Berkshire |
| Electoral ward | Ridgeway |
| Westminster constituency | Reading West and Mid Berkshire |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34928530 - Street lamps

## Release History

- 5 Jan 2021 at 14:25 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/37a26b99-0c22-4c4a-b50a-ff017d7cd160

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/37a26b99-0c22-4c4a-b50a-ff017d7cd160
  5th January 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/6a492eb6-69e6-4aef-b988-fe92a810c9a1
  Street Light List
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/bf5cd1c7-bcd0-4167-9b0a-22d00d9bfd9a
  Map of all streetlights owned by CPC
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/3f7b2bb6-2f45-445b-bc01-a21cf6ac19b3
  Map with location for new street light

## Notice URLs

- http://www.comptonparishcouncil.org/

## Provenance

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