---
title: "Installation of Lightning Protection System"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-065851"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "EXETER CITY COUNCIL"
published: "2026-02-19"
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# Installation of Lightning Protection System

Buyer: EXETER CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-065851

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## Summary

Exeter City Council has successfully completed the procurement process for the installation of a lightning protection system. This contract, identified as CR2068, falls under the category of lightning-protection works, with the procurement classification of works. The council utilised a direct procurement method, opting for a below threshold approach without competition. The contract was awarded to Western Lightning Ltd, with the project beginning on the 26th of January 2026 and concluding on the 31st of March 2026. The council operated under UK legislation scheme 2023/54, and the total gross value of the contract is £32,400. The council is based in Exeter, UK, and operates as a sub-central government authority.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in lightning protection systems and related construction works. With a focus on works procurement, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the specified industry can leverage similar contracts for expansion. Opportunities are particularly ripe for companies with expertise in direct, below-threshold procurement methods, offering streamlined access to public authority contracts without competition. Additionally, businesses in the South West England region, like Western Lightning Ltd located in Newton Abbot, may benefit from proximity to the Exeter City Council for future engagements.

## Notice

Installation of Lightning Protection System. CR2068. WA00024

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015298-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 26 Jan 2026 |
| Contract period | 26 Jan 2026 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

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

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | EXETER CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | EXETER |
| Post town | Exeter |
| Postcode | EX1 1JN |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK4 Devon |
| ITL 3 | TLK43 Devon CC |
| Local authority | Exeter |
| Electoral ward | St David's |
| Westminster constituency | Exeter |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | WESTERN LIGHTNING |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45312310 - Lightning-protection works

## Release History

- 19 Feb 2026 at 14:28 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015298-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015298-2026
  19th February 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.westernlightning.com
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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