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Derbyshire Dales District Council (the Council) is seeking a single Supplier to erect, maintain and dismantle the decorative lights for the 2027, 2028 and 2029 Matlock Bath Illuminations event.
Matlock Bath Illuminations is a family event which operates within Derwent Gardens...
Buyer
Derbyshire Dales District Council
Location
Matlock
Deadline
Closes 6 Nov 2026
Value
£203k
Key dates and value
Status
Closed
Submission deadline
2 Oct 2026
Published
4 Sept 2026
Estimated value
£175k
Contract start
1 Feb 2027
Contract end
31 Jan 2030
Location
Melton Mowbray, East Midlands
Notice type
UK4
Overview
Melton Borough Council is seeking to appoint a contractor to design, supply on a hire basis, install, maintain, monitor and remove a high-quality festive lighting scheme that enhances the appearance of the town centre during the festive season, supports the local economy, increases visitor footfall and contributes positively to the visitor experience.
The successful contractor will be expected to provide a turnkey solution including:
• Design development
• Supply of festive lighting equipment on a hire basis
• Installation and commissioning
• Testing of all infrastructure and certification
• Maintenance and fault response
• Attendance at the annual switch-on event
• Light operated by a remote control switch-on for maximum visual impact
• Lights placed on a timer switch and set to agreed daily on and off times as specified until 12th night.
• Removal and storage
• Annual review and scheme refresh proposals
Suppliers are welcome to view the opportunity on the ProContract portal using the link below. The deadline for submissions is 2nd October 2026 at 12 noon.
https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=4953faf9-6da8-f111-813c-005056b64545&fromProjectDashboard=True
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CPV codes
31522000 Christmas tree lights
31527260 Lighting systems
50232100 Street-lighting maintenance services
About the buyer
Melton Borough Council has published 14 tender notices since 27 Oct 2023, with a combined advertised value of £1.1m. 1 of them are currently open.
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