Scope
Reference
RTC26LIGHTS
Description
Rugeley Town Council is seeking tenders from suitably qualified organisations for the design, installation, maintenance, removal and storage of festive lights and decorations in the Town Centre and surrounding area
The Council is open to imaginative ideas and suggestions on how to best illuminate the area during the festive period to give that WOW factor and improve the current display for the residents of Rugeley
There is the need for the winning tenderer to attend the light switch on and oversee the lights being switched on to ensure all lights are working
In order that your company is considered for the supply of these services, please ensure that you submit your response to the requirements stated in the specification
Total value (estimated)
- £150,000 excluding VAT
- £180,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 September 2026 to 31 December 2028
- 2 years, 4 months
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 31522000 - Christmas tree lights
- 31523000 - Illuminated signs and nameplates
- 31530000 - Parts of lamps and lighting equipment
- 50232110 - Commissioning of public lighting installations
Contract locations
- UKG2 - Shropshire and Staffordshire
Participation
Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
27 February 2026, 11:59pm
Tender submission deadline
20 March 2026, 1:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Please submit Tenders by email to: clerk@ruegelytowncouncil.gov.uk
By post to:
Rugeley Town Council
c/o The Rose Theatre, Taylors Lane, Rugeley WS15 2AA
Or follow the instructions in the tender documents on our website: https://rugeleytowncouncil.gov.uk/documents/christmas-light-tender-2026-2028/
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Languages that may be used for submission
English
Award decision date (estimated)
17 April 2026
Award criteria
| Name | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Lighting Design | Quality | 40% |
| Price | Price | 20% |
| Competence/Experience | Quality | 20% |
| Quality of Tender Application | Quality | 20% |
Other information
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Documents
Associated tender documents
Christmas Light Tender 2026.pdf
Rugeley Town Council is seeking tenders from suitably qualified organisations for the design, installation, maintenance, removal and storage of festive lights and decorations in the Town Centre and surrounding area. The Council is open to imaginative ideas and suggestions on how to best illuminate the area during the festive period to give that WOW factor and improve the current display for the residents of Rugeley. There is the need for the winning tenderer to attend the light switch on and oversee the lights being switched on to ensure all lights are working
In order that your company is considered for the supply of these services, please ensure that you submit your response to the requirements stated in the specification
Technical specifications to be met
https://rugeleytowncouncil.gov.uk/documents/christmas-light-tender-2026-2028/
Contracting authority
Rugeley Town Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PPNV-1164-YTTM
The Rose Theatre, Taylors Lane
Rugeley
WS15 2AA
United Kingdom
Contact name: Christmas Light Tender 2026-2028
Telephone: +441889574074
Email: clerk@rugeleytowncouncil.gov.uk
Website: https://rugeleytowncouncil.gov.uk/
Region: UKG24 - Staffordshire CC
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government