TTC/21/002

The Town Council provides an annual programme of Christmas illuminations in the Town. The focus of the illumination scheme is the annual 'switch-on' event, which usually occurs in the last week of November or the first week of December. The Council is tendering with a view to agreeing a contract with a supplier for the 2021 switch on and the following two years (2022 and 2023).

REQUIREMENTS

The Town Council is seeking a contractor to fully manage the installation, maintenance and removal of the Christmas lights and associated electrical installations in the town. We are looking for a contractor who will share our enthusiasm for Christmas and be part of our Winter Wonderland celebrations.

TENDER REQUIREMENTS

A written quote for one year plus a written quote for a three-year arrangement based on the above specification. Although the contract will be for a three-year period this will be subject to annual review.

Copy of Public Liability and Employers' Insurance.

Health & Safety Policy.

Environment Strategy.

Example Risk Assessment/ Example Method Statement.

Two references (commercial/business).

Please note that tenders that do not include all the above may be discarded.

Contact name and number: Tina Cunnell, Town Clerk, 01842 754247 tinacunnell@thetfordtowncouncil.gov.uk

for site visits please contact Nick Thompson 07760 629223

Quotations to be in by 12 noon, Friday 18th of June 2021

Sealed inner envelopes to be marked 'Tender Christmas Lights', for the attention of the Town Clerk, Thetford Town Council. Electronic submissions cannot be accepted.

Postal Address: The Carnegie, Cage Lane, Thetford, Norfolk, IP24 2DS

Details of the winning contract will be published in accordance with Local Government Transparency Code 2014.