Scope
Reference
DN779807
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. We are seeking professional companies who can deliver an exceptional value for money service. The contract will run for three years with the option to extend by a further 2 years in the form of 2 X 12 month extensions (3+1+1).
Total value (estimated)
- £416,666 excluding VAT
- £500,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 13 October 2025 to 8 January 2029
- Possible extension to 8 January 2031
- 5 years, 2 months, 27 days
Description of possible extension:
3 year initial contract +1+1
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 31500000 - Lighting equipment and electric lamps
- 31600000 - Electrical equipment and apparatus
- 50232000 - Maintenance services of public-lighting installations and traffic lights
Contract locations
- UKD4 - Lancashire
Participation
Particular suitability
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
17 July 2025, 12:00pm
Tender submission deadline
25 July 2025, 12:00pm
Electronic auction will be used
Yes
Submission address and any special instructions
Please refer to opportunity on The Chest. Reference Number DN779807 www.the-chest.org.uk
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Languages that may be used for submission
English
Award decision date (estimated)
25 August 2025
Award criteria
| Name | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Price | 70% |
| Quality | Quality | 15% |
| Social Value | Quality | 15% |
Other information
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
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