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# Christmas Lights Display 2026 Tender

Source: [Tenderline](https://tenderline.uk/tenders/christmas-lights-display-2026-tender-ocds-h6vhtk-064b9d). UK public procurement intelligence compiled from official UK procurement notices.

> **Tenderline Executive Summary:** Newport (Shropshire) Town Council: "Christmas Lights Display 2026 Tender". Published status: complete. Published Value: £234,000. 1 published lot. Recorded submission deadline: 1 May 2026, 12:00 BST. See the official notice for participation instructions.

## Key Information
- **Status:** COMPLETE (the published submission deadline has passed)
- **Buyer:** [Newport (Shropshire) Town Council](https://tenderline.uk/buyers/newport-shropshire-town-council-GB-PPON-PVJC-3646-XQTY)
- **Published Value:** £234,000 (GBP)
- **Submission Deadline:** 1 May 2026 at 12:00 BST
- **Lots:** 1
- **Procurement Method:** Open procedure
- **Main Category:** services
- **Classifications (CPV):** Christmas tree lights, Installation of outdoor illumination equipment, Technical inspection and testing services
- **Delivery Location:** UKC, UKD, UKE, UKF, UKG, UKH, UKI, UKJ, UKK
- **Legal Basis:** UKPGA 2023/54
- **Awarded Value:** £280,800 (inc. VAT; no net value published, 1 award)
- **Official Documents:** 6 published documents & notices ([view on Tenderline](https://tenderline.uk/tenders/christmas-lights-display-2026-tender-ocds-h6vhtk-064b9d#documents))
- **OCID:** `ocds-h6vhtk-064b9d`

## Before you bid
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- **Expected competition:** how many bids lots like this attract, from past awards in the same market.
- **Who could compete:** suppliers who have won similar work, and who holds the current contract.
- **Buyer track record:** earlier work for this buyer, its unexpired awards, and how its awards compared with its estimates.
- **Price forecast:** the commercial price range for each lot, with the middle 50% of comparable awards.

- **What it takes to win:** selection and award criteria, lot by lot.
- **Contract history:** what this tender replaces, and every notice in the procedure.

[Open the competition and buyer analysis](https://tenderline.uk/tenders/christmas-lights-display-2026-tender-ocds-h6vhtk-064b9d#tl-md)

## Submission
- **Submission method:** www.newportshropshire-tc.gov.uk
tenders@newportshropshiretc.gov.uk 
by 12noon on Friday 1st of May 2026
Christmas Lights Display 2026 Tender in the subject line.

## Description
Newport Town Council invites suitably experienced and qualified contractors to tender
for a new contract commencing in time for the provision of Christmas lighting within
Newport Town Centre November 2026.
Newport Town Council is committed to delivering a high-quality Christmas lighting
display that supports local businesses and enhances the Town's festive atmosphere.
The Council allocates an annual budget to cover the hire, installation, testing,
maintenance, removal and storage of Christmas lighting and decorations
SCOPE OF WORKS
DESCRIPTION OF THE SCOPE OF WORKS
• The successful contractor will be responsible for the design, supply, installation, maintenance, removal and storage of Christmas lights and decorations for Newport town centre for the duration of the contract.
• The scope of works shall include, but not be limited to, the following:
o Design and provision of a cohesive Christmas lighting display suitable for Newport Town Centre
o Supply (hire/lease) of all proposed lighting and decorations, excluding Council-owned stock where applicable
o Installation and commissioning of the display prior to the festive period
o Annual inspection, testing and certification of all electrical components
o Annual testing and certification of existing eyebolts, catenary wires and fixings
o Ongoing maintenance and fault rectification during the display period
o Safe removal of all lighting and decorations at the end of each season
o Secure storage of leased items between seasons
1. Contract Duration
The contract is for a duration of 3 years with an option to extend to 6 years if agreed by both parties.
2. Budget
The indicative annual budget for the 2026/27 festive season is £30,000 - £39,000. Tenderers should demonstrate how their proposed scheme maximises visual impact, coverage and value for money within this budget range.
3. Design Requirements
The Council is seeking a display that:
• Provides maximum coverage and visual impact within the available budget
• Is appropriate for a town centre environment and enhances the overall streetscape
• Integrates, where practicable, with the Council's existing stock of lights.
• The Town Council would like a traditional design with no change in design to the lights within the boundary of St Nicholas Church
Tenderers are encouraged to submit creative proposals and outline options that could be scaled up or down to align with available funding.
4. Sustainability and Energy Efficiency
Newport Town Council is committed to reducing its carbon footprint and welcomes proposals that support this objective. Tenderers should demonstrate how sustainability considerations are incorporated into their design and delivery, including:
• Use of energy-efficient lighting (e.g. LED technology)
• Minimising environmental impact throughout installation, operation and removal
• Opportunities for improved sustainability over the life of the contract
5. Electrical Compatibility and Safety
All proposed lighting must:
• Be fully compatibl...
> [Read full procurement scope and specification on Tenderline](https://tenderline.uk/tenders/christmas-lights-display-2026-tender-ocds-h6vhtk-064b9d)

## Lots (1)
### Lot 1: Untitled lot
- **Lot id:** `1`
- **Status:** complete
- **CPV codes:** 31522000, 45316100, 71630000
- **Delivery regions:** UKC, UKD, UKE, UKF, UKG, UKH, UKI, UKJ, UKK
- **Delivery countries in notice:** GB
- **Estimated Value:** £234,000

- **Contract Period:** 31/05/2026 to 31/05/2029
- **Renewal published:** yes

## Awards & Winning Suppliers (1)
- **Award:** Christmas Lights Display 2026 Tender (active)
  - Award id: `1`
  - Supplier(s): **Lighting & Illumination Technology Experience Limited**
  - Supplier identifiers: `GB-FTS-169360`
  - Value: £280,800 (inc. VAT)
  - Date: 12/05/2026

## Provenance and Official Sources
- **Official Notice:** [Find a Tender notice](/out?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.find-tender.service.gov.uk%2FNotice%2F011544-2026)
- **Last Source Update:** 2026-05-26T12:27:26.000Z
- **This document generated:** 2026-10-22T10:01:43.347Z
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