This is a contract result notice, not an open opportunity. Details from the official award data.

Renewal options presented for Town Christmas Lighting display arrangements following the expiry of the previous fixed five year contract term as at New Year 2023.

Interest for suitable options of 3 and 5 years will be considered.

Previous contract arrangements have been over either term and included the hire - in provision of all the lighting infrastructure (display lighting , motifs, filters, all cabling, transformers and connectors), off site storage, installation /take down, maintenance & call outs and general support for each years Festive Lighting period.

The arrangements generally run from a supported Town Christmas Lights Switch On Event held on the last Saturday of November annually and illuminations carry on until around 4th January.

The existing layout has included the central town area comprising High Street , Gurneys Lane , Salt Barrow Market , St Andrews Rd , Victoria Square and part of Ombersley Street.

Central attractions include two Christmas trees located on the High Street and Victoria Square, building frontages at St Richards House and Victoria Square and some projected filters (St Richards House and Victoria Square) It is anticipated that the previous Service Provider and at least one other provider who have expressed interest will submit proposals for procurement consideration by the Town Council .

Through Contracts Finder this notice is posted in order to conform with procurement transparency and invite wider general interest .

Any interest should be expressed through first contact with the Town Council Office (01905 774258) for any further information required.

It is expected that the procurement process for final consideration by Council will proceed through June and July 2023 for the reason of the Local Elections scheduled for 4th May 2023 and the start of the newly Elected Administration thereafter