Workington Christmas Lights
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Awarded value
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Suppliers
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Lots
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Published
05 Aug 2025
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Description
Workington Town Council is seeking a contractor for the supply, installation, take-down and storage of leased Christmas lighting displays. The contract is for five years, starting in June 2026 and ending in June 2031. With an option to extend for a further two years if required. Workington has a relatively large Christmas lighting display for a town of its size and the displays extend to encompass most of the town centre. The Town Council is ambitious in its approach and aims to have a display that is bold and impactful, but one that is also environmentally friendly. As technology is developing all the time, the council is looking for new ideas and innovations. Budget: Approximately £50-55,000 per year
Scope
- Reference
- CL2025-2031
- Total value
- Above the relevant threshold
- Commercial tool
- Standalone contract
- Contract dates
- 31 May 2026 to 31 May 2031Possible extension to 31 May 2033
Can be extended for up to two years if required.
- Main category
- services
- CPV classifications
- 31522000315230003160000050232000
- Contract locations
- UK, United Kingdom
- Particular suitability
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Award criteria
Criteria the buyer will use to evaluate bids.
| Name | Description | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|---|
| Presentation | Overall presentation of submission and visuals | quality | 55.00% |
| Quality | Maintenance, environmental impact | quality | 20.00% |
| Warrenties | What is covered in the warranty, length of warranty for each item | cost | 10.00% |
| Price | Value for money | price | 10.00% |
| Social Value | To be defined by the 5 areas listed in the social framework information on the tender document: www.workingtontowncouncil.gov.uk/procurement | quality | 5.00% |