Blackpool Illuminations Switch On Event
Estimated value
£840k
Awarded value
—
Suppliers
0
Lots
1
Published
11 Apr 2025
Description
The Contracting Authority is looking to appoint an experienced and innovative organisation to partner with and help deliver the iconic Blackpool Switch-On event. The selected Supplier will play a central role in shaping and executing a dynamic, high-impact event that reflects the vibrancy and cultural significance of the Blackpool Illuminations. Proposals are expected to address and integrate the following three key objectives: Event Entertainment and Line-Up - Curate and manage a compelling programme of entertainment that appeals to a diverse audience, including securing world class headline talent and the Switch-On Celebrity. Production - Deliver a high-quality, safe, and seamless production to a provided specification that meets the expectations of a large-scale live and broadcast audience. Marketing and Campaign - Design and implement an engaging marketing campaign that maximises regional and national visibility, drives attendance, and reinforces Blackpool's position as a premier UK event destination. Full details are provided within the tender documentations
Scope
- Reference
- DN770978
- Total value
- £840,000 excluding VAT£1,008,000 including VATAbove the relevant threshold
- Commercial tool
- Standalone contract
- Contract dates
- 10 Jun 2025 to 31 May 2026Possible extension to 31 May 2029
The contract is offered for 1 year with the option to extend incrementally for 36 months (likely to be +1+1+1y). The contract extensions will be subject to contract review of delivery and performance, and budget .
- Main category
- services
- CPV classifications
- 79950000
- Contract locations
- North West England, United Kingdom
- Particular suitability
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Award criteria
Criteria the buyer will use to evaluate bids.
| Name | Description | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quality | Written submission and interview. As described within the tender documents | quality | 50.00% |
| Social Value | As described within the tender documents | quality | 20.00% |
| Price | As described within the tender documents | price | 30.00% |
Submission & procedure
- Enquiry deadline
- 07 May 2025, 4:00 pm
- Submission deadline
- 12 May 2025, 8:30 am
- Submission address
- Tenders should be submitted via the Council's e-procurement portal The Chest (ProActis). https://www.the-chest.org.uk/ The link to the tender opportunity, including all information and tender documentation can be found here: https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=c9747b28-d016-f011-8136-005056b64545
- Electronic submission
- Yes
- Procedure
- Competitive flexible procedure