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Cirencester Christmas Lights 2027-2031

Published 5 May 2026
5 May 2026
Closed 1 Jul 2026


Reference: CTC/2027/CL27-31
Cirencester Town Council oversees the Christmas light display throughout the town centre. We are inviting tenders for the design, supply, storage, annual maintenance and testing of high-quality Christmas lights. This contract will cover the festive light displays for the 2027to 2031 Christmas seasons, starting in November 2027 (5-year contract). The Town Council prefers that costs are distributed evenly across the duration of the contract. The display is expected to be attractive, reliable, and environmentally conscious and will be the highlight of the annual light switch-on event held on the last Saturday of November. The Town Council is also responsible for Christmas in Cirencester celebrations and holds the annual Advent Market & Light Switch-on and Christmas Markets to boost civic pride and stimulate local trade. We welcome proposals from experienced and innovative providers who can help deliver a high-quality festive experience for residents and visitors alike. Our primary objectives are as follows: • Deliver a safe and reliable lighting display that aligns with the design brief and specific locations. • Comply with the established timelines • Ensure the festive lights and safe and meet current legislations • Ensure that the scheme meets environmental and sustainability credentials. Key Requirements for 2027 Scheme Onwards Design style: o Highlight the historic and classic nature of Cirencester. o Warm, welcoming festive atmosphere rather than overly modern or commercial. Sustainability: o Use of low-energy systems (LED, efficient power use, durable materials). o Minimise environmental impact while delivering a high-quality festive display. Christmas tree: o Council arranges delivery and collection of a 40ft real tree. o Operator to design and install tree decorations within the lighting scheme budget o Work with sponsors, as required, in relation to additional tree decorations Coverage: o All streets must continue to be lit Site Overview Key Locations Include: • Market Place • Cricklade Street • Castle Street • Dyer Street • Silver Street • Town Centre Christmas tree - 40ft Budget £28,000 per annum (excl. VAT). Offers above this figure may be considered, but £28,000 is the working baseline. Prices must remain valid for the duration of the project timeline. Cost Clarity Tenderers should clearly specify what is included within each cost area. The Town Council will not make payments for costs that are not listed or for services that are ancillary to the main service provision. Service Requirements • Design and supply high quality Christmas lighting displays and decorations, subject to Town Council approval. • Install all lighting and supporting infrastructure across agreed town centre locations each November. • Provide ongoing maintenance and rapid emergency repairs throughout the festive period. • Remove all lighting and decorations by mid January each year. • Safely store all lighting and decorations following the festive season. • Ensure all installations are safe, weather resistant, and fully compliant with UK electrical and safety standards. • Include appropriate lighting for the town's Christmas tree (40ft). • Enhance and utilise existing infrastructure wherever possible. • Deliver energy efficient lighting designed to withstand UK winter weather conditions. • Use lighting styles that complement and respect the town's historic architecture. • Create a consistent, cohesive festive theme across the entire town centre. • Select lighting and design features that are suitable and considerate for neurodiverse visitors. • Maintain clear sightlines with non obstructive, safely positioned installations to support easy and safe navigation. • Where possible, use sustainable materials and repurposed or upcycled decorations. • Maintain clear space at the top of Cricklade Street and Dyer Street for placement of a sponsor's banner • To supply drop down switches or remote fobs to facilitate light switch on/off from ground level

Full CPV breakdown

  • 31522000 — Christmas tree lights (primary)

Notice details

Buyer type
Local authority
Competition
Open competition (any supplier can bid)
Contract type
Services
Procurement method
Below threshold - open competition
Main category
Services
Above threshold
No
Legal basis
UKPGA 2023/54
Notice status
Active
Framework agreement
Yes
Framework details
Tender Evaluation & Selection Procurement Assessment Panel The procurement assessment panel will consist of Cirencester Town Council Officers and nominated Members. Tender Evaluation & Scoring Each tender will be independently scored using the criteria, evaluation and scoring matrices below. Criteria & Weighting Each measurement is assigned a specific weighting. 1. Quality of Design & Creativity 25% • Originality and festive appeal of the proposed design • Suitability for location and demographics • Use of colour, themes, and focal points (e.g. town square tree, lampposts) • Inclusion of modern elements (e.g. interactive lighting, sustainable materials) • Visual impact in day/night conditions 2. Installation & Safety Methodology 15% • Clear, practical installation schedule and methodology • Compliance with health & safety regulations • Evidence of qualified personnel and equipment • Risk assessments and traffic/pedestrian management plans • Emergency repair strategy and 24/7 call-out process 3. Experience and References 10% • Relevant projects completed in the last 3-5 years • Positive client references/testimonials • Demonstrated ability to deliver similar scale and complexity • Evidence of long-term contracts or repeat clients 4. Environmental Considerations 10% • Use of LED or low-energy lighting • Minimisation of waste or recyclable materials • Carbon reduction initiatives in transport and operations • Proposal for sustainable storage or reuse of lighting • Environmental policies or accreditations 5. Price 30% • Total cost against budget • Value for money considering scope and quality • Transparent pricing breakdown (labour, materials, contingency) 6. Social Value 10% • Use of local supply chain and SMEs • Support for community groups, charities, or educational initiatives • Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusive practices • Added social benefits beyond the core contract (volunteering, workshops, community engagement) • Clear measurement and reporting of social value outcomes 0 Unacceptable No response or extremely limited response. Response inconsistent and/or unworkable and/or does not address our requirements. Shows extremely limited understanding of, and/or extremely inappropriate approach to the matter in question. 1 Poor Response is limited and is lacking in relation to a significant proportion of material elements, is unworkable and/or inconsistent and only partially meets our requirements. Shows limited understanding of, and/or inappropriate approach to, the matter in question. 2 Satisfactory Response broadly responds to our requirements at a reasonable standard. Shows reasonable understanding of, and/or acceptable approach to, the matter in question. 3 Good Response meets our requirements at a high standard and exceeds them in one or two respects. Shows very sound understanding of, and appropriate approach to, the matter in question. 4 Very Good Response meets our requirements at a very high standard and exceeds them in a number of respects. Shows extremely sound understanding of, and highly appropriate approach to, the matter in question. 5 Excellent Exemplary response; exceeds expectations in all respects, and Bidder could not be expected to answer questions more comprehensively or appropriately. Award Once we have carried out the evaluation and identified the successful tenderer(s), we will tell all bidders in writing by email if they are invited to interview.
Submission method
all bidders are required to submit a completed electronic document to markets@cirencester.gov.uk for the attention of Sarah Oakley. Paper submissions will not be accepted. https://cirencestertowncouncil.sharepoint.com/:w:/s/Operations/IQA3rzO1sqd9SqKqUFqBDQvqAc6MX_ZL3RYPgng8P1AL3cg?e=6sg59S
Language
EN
Published
05 May 2026 14:51
Deadline
01 Jul 2026 12:00
OCID
ocds-h6vhtk-059b24
Notice ID
CTC/2027/CL27-31

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Organisations

Name Cirencester Town Council
Address › Street Bingham House, 1 Dyer Street,
Address › Town / city Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Address › Postcode GL7 2PP
Address › Country GB
Address › Country United Kingdom
Address › Region (NUTS) UKK13
Role buyer
Classification › Description Public authority - sub-central government

Buyer

Name Cirencester Town Council

Tender

Title Cirencester Christmas Lights 2027-2031
Status active
Item › CPV › CPV 1 › Description Christmas tree lights
Item › CPV › CPV 2 › Description Exterior lights
Item › CPV › CPV 3 › Description Lighting systems
Item › CPV › CPV 4 › Description Installation of outdoor illumination equipment
Item › CPV › CPV 5 › Description Maintenance services of public-lighting installations and traffic lights
Item › Delivery › Delivery 1 › Region (NUTS) UKC
Item › Delivery › Delivery 1 › Country GB
Item › Delivery › Delivery 1 › Country United Kingdom
Item › Delivery › Delivery 2 › Region (NUTS) UKD
Item › Delivery › Delivery 2 › Country GB
Item › Delivery › Delivery 2 › Country United Kingdom
Item › Delivery › Delivery 3 › Region (NUTS) UKE
Item › Delivery › Delivery 3 › Country GB
Item › Delivery › Delivery 3 › Country United Kingdom
Item › Delivery › Delivery 4 › Region (NUTS) UKF
Item › Delivery › Delivery 4 › Country GB
Item › Delivery › Delivery 4 › Country United Kingdom
Item › Delivery › Delivery 5 › Region (NUTS) UKG
Item › Delivery › Delivery 5 › Country GB
Item › Delivery › Delivery 5 › Country United Kingdom
Item › Delivery › Delivery 6 › Region (NUTS) UKH
Item › Delivery › Delivery 6 › Country GB
Item › Delivery › Delivery 6 › Country United Kingdom
Item › Delivery › Delivery 7 › Region (NUTS) UKI
Item › Delivery › Delivery 7 › Country GB
Item › Delivery › Delivery 7 › Country United Kingdom
Item › Delivery › Delivery 8 › Region (NUTS) UKJ
Item › Delivery › Delivery 8 › Country GB
Item › Delivery › Delivery 8 › Country United Kingdom
Item › Delivery › Delivery 9 › Region (NUTS) UKK
Item › Delivery › Delivery 9 › Country GB
Item › Delivery › Delivery 9 › Country United Kingdom
Value › Value incl. VAT £33,600
Value › Value £28,000
Value › Currency GBP
Procedure type open
Procedure Below threshold - open competition
Category services
Above threshold No
Techniques › Framework agreement Yes
Techniques › Framework agreement › Maximum Participants 1
Techniques › Framework agreement › Method With and without reopening competition
Techniques › Framework agreement › Type closed
Submission Terms › Electronic submission allowed
Bidding period › End 1 Jul 2026
Other Requirements › Reserved Participation Location › Gazetteer › Identifiers K02000001
Lot › Status active
Lot › Value › Value incl. VAT £33,600
Lot › Value › Value £28,000
Lot › Value › Currency GBP
Lot › Contract period › Start 1 Apr 2027
Lot › Contract period › End 31 Mar 2031
Document › Document 1 › Document type Technical specifications
Document › Document 1 › Link https://cirencester.gov.uk/
Document › Document 2 › Document type Technical specifications
Document › Document 2 › Link https://cirencestertowncouncil.sharepoint.com/:w:/s/Operations/IQA3rzO...
Document › Document 3 › Document type Bidding documents
Document › Document 3 › Link https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-15654
Document › Document 4 › Document type Tender notice
Document › Document 4 › Description Tender notice on Find a Tender
Document › Document 4 › Link https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041122-2026
Document › Document 4 › Published 5 May 2026
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