To supply a managed service for Christmas lighting

Contract summary

Industry

• Electricity distribution and control apparatus - 31200000

• Lighting equipment and electric lamps - 31500000

• Electrical equipment and apparatus - 31600000

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• Electronic, electromechanical and electrotechnical supplies - 31700000

Location of contract

TA1 1HE

Value of contract

£105,000 to £140,000

Procurement reference

Taunton Town Council

Published date

18 January 2024

Closing date

30 September 2023

Closing time

5pm

Contract start date

1 February 2024

Contract end date

1 February 2026

Contract type

Service contract

Procedure type

Single tender action (below threshold)

Contract is suitable for SMEs?

Yes

Contract is suitable for VCSEs?

No

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Description

Taunton is the County Town of Somerset and was one of the first towns in the Southwest to be awarded Garden Town Status and has a population of around 70,000. Taunton Town Council is ambitious with its plan to highlight its offer as regional festive destination like no other. To offer an experience that creates lasting memories.
The Christmas offer must;

Create a festive atmosphere: by using Christmas lights to create a warm and inviting ambiance, adding to the festive spirit of Christmas. To help transform ordinary streets into magical and enchanting spaces, creating a sense of joy and wonder.
Boosting Local Economy: Christmas lights attract tourists and shoppers to town and the town council want to see this lead to increased footfall and potential business for local retailers. The vibrant and attractive street displays need to entice people to venture out and explore the area, providing a boost to the local economy.
Community Engagement: The installation of Christmas lights will need to bring communities together by becoming a focal point for gathering and socialising.

Taunton Town Council will organise switch on events each year and festive activities around the lights, such as tree lighting ceremonies, Christmas markets, and local entertainers. The events foster a sense of community spirit and togetherness and the lights will help foster collaboration.
Taunton Town Council's Christmas lights have become deeply ingrained in our cultural traditions. The lights bring a sense of nostalgia and remind us of childhood memories. The anticipation and excitement surrounding the annual display of lights help to create a shared experience that brings people together and helps to build pride in the town.

Taunton Town Council are looking for a well-designed Christmas light installation, that is visually stunning, creating a spectacle that captivates both young and old.

The theme must be colourful and classic and intricate displays can feature various but relevant themes, adding to the visual appeal and charm of the town centre. This visual impact attracts attention, encourages social media sharing, and promotes the town as a vibrant and attractive regional destination.

Taunton Town Council is inviting tenders for the supply, installation and removal, storage, maintenance, and testing of a high-quality festive light display.

To find the full description of the tender, please look under "more information" for attachments.

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More information

Previous notice about this procurement

To supply a managed service for Christmas lighting

• Opportunity
• Published 31 July 2023, last edited 17 August 2023

Attachments

• Specification Christmas lights.docx
• Tender notice

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Award information

Awarded date

14 December 2023

Contract start date

1 January 2024

Contract end date

31 December 2026

Total value of contract

£105,000

This contract was awarded to 1 supplier.

The Festive Lighting Company

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About the buyer

Contact name

Craig Stone

Address

PO BOX 998
TAUNTON
TA19QQ
England

Telephone

07940547726

Email

operations@taunton-tc.gov.uk

Website

www.taunton-tc.gov.uk