--- title: "Christmas Lights" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-067fe1" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-067fe1" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-067fe1.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-067fe1.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "BECCLES TOWN COUNCIL" published: "2026-04-22" --- # Christmas Lights Buyer: BECCLES TOWN COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-067fe1 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-067fe1) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-067fe1.json) ## Summary In the current procurement process, Beccles Town Council is seeking tenders for enhancing the Christmas lights display within the town centre of Beccles, located in the UKH14 region of Suffolk, United Kingdom. The council, classified under public authority - sub-central government, intends to form a long-term partnership for a three-to-five-year arrangement beginning in 2026, or 2027 if necessary. The tender is in the active stage with an open competition procurement method. Potential suppliers should submit their bids by 11th May 2026, following the guidelines provided, either via email or postal delivery. The contract is planned to be awarded in early June 2026, focusing on innovative design and cost-effectiveness. This invitation to tender presents valuable growth possibilities for businesses specialising in the design, supply, and installation of decorative lighting, specifically Christmas lights. Companies with experience in creating varied lamppost displays and integrating existing lighting elements creatively would be well-suited to compete for this contract. The procurement method encourages participation from small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), emphasising value for money and flexible agreement terms, including options for renting, leasing, or outright purchase of lights. The arrangement offers businesses the chance to establish a multi-year partnership with a local government entity, focusing on enhancing festive displays in key public spaces. Potential suppliers are invited to design signature pieces and utilise existing lights imaginatively, fostering a distinguished presence in Beccles Town. ## Notice Invitation to tender for Christmas Lights display, Beccles town centre (Suffolk) Beccles Town Council are looking to improve the Christmas lights display around the town. Ideally, we want to have a long-term relationship with a supplier to enhance the displays in a phased way over a few years. Our current situation is that we install considerable lengths of string LEDs up and down our streets and have a number of lamppost displays, as well as a number of rectangular panels fitted to the front of buildings (see sample images attached). We currently install the lights late October/November and they are on display until early January. We have a late night 'switch on' event on the last Friday of November. We are inviting tenders to supply lights on a three-to-five-year arrangement, starting in 2026 (or in 2027 if 2026 is not possible). Suppliers are invited to suggest a design approach, based on the following guidelines: * Having better, more varied lamppost displays * Having signature pieces installed at various locations throughout the town * How we can integrate some of our existing lights into the new layout, including (but not necessarily limited to) more imaginative use of string lights. We are open-minded as to the duration of the agreement and on whether the lights are rented, leased or bought outright or a combination of the three. We have an existing lights installation team and we therefore invite suppliers to provide costings for supply only and for supply and installation. We are looking for value for money and we therefore invite suppliers to submit designs at a range of prices. Site visits are welcome and we are willing to meet with prospective suppliers to show them potential locations and our existing lights. To arrange a visit, please contact Paul Cunningham, Town Clerk, on 01502 712109 or email paul.cunningham@becclestowncouncil.gov.uk. Submissions should be submitted by 11th May2026, either by email to: admin@becclestowncouncil.gov.uk or by post to Christmas Lights tender, Beccles Town Council, Town Hall, The Walk, Beccles, NR34 9AJ. We are looking to award a contract in early June. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036383-2026 | | Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 22 Apr 2026 | | Submission deadline | 11 May 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Nov 2026 - 31 Jan 2031 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £70,000 | | Lots value | £70,000 | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Active | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | BECCLES TOWN COUNCIL | | Locality | BECCLES | | Post town | Norwich | | Postcode | NR34 9AJ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLH East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLH6 Suffolk | | ITL 3 | TLH63 East Suffolk | | Local authority | East Suffolk | | Electoral ward | Beccles & Worlingham | | Westminster constituency | Lowestoft | | Delivery location | TLH14 Suffolk CC | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting ### Codes - 31522000 - Christmas tree lights ## Release History - 22 Apr 2026 at 07:59 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036383-2026 - 16 Apr 2026 at 10:40 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034594-2026 - 10 Apr 2026 at 11:05 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032773-2026 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036383-2026 22nd April 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032773-2026 10th April 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-14586 ## Notice URLs - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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