Scope
Reference
DN769771
Description
Chorley & South Ribble Council are inviting suppliers to tender for the Christmas lights contract, covering installation, attendance at light switch on events, removal, storage, and Maintenance of festive lighting across Chorley and South Ribble. The contract will run for three years, with the option to extend for a further two years. There may be an opportunity to procure additional lights in 2026, particular for some new developments being carried out in both Chorley Council & South Ribble Council. Suppliers should consider this potential requirement as part of the tender process and cost accordingly.
Total value (estimated)
- £500,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 10 November 2025 to 12 January 2028
- Possible extension to 12 January 2030
- 4 years, 2 months, 3 days
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 51100000 - Installation services of electrical and mechanical equipment
Contract locations
- UKD47 - Chorley and West Lancashire
Engagement
Engagement deadline
17 April 2025
Engagement process description
Chorley & South Ribble Council are inviting suppliers to tender for the Christmas lights contract, covering installation, attendance at light switch on events, removal, storage, and Maintenance of festive lighting across Chorley and South Ribble. The contract will run for three years, with the option to extend for a further two years. There may be an opportunity to procure additional lights in 2026, particular for some new developments being carried out in both Chorley Council & South Ribble Council. Suppliers should consider this potential requirement as part of the tender process and cost accordingly.
Please access documentation for this market engagement via - https://www.the-chest.org.uk/ using the reference number - DN769771
Participation
Particular suitability
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Contracting authority
Chorley Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PBDH-2434-XWYH
Union Street
Chorley
PR7 1AL
United Kingdom
Email: procurement@chorley.gov.uk
Region: UKD47 - Chorley and West Lancashire
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government