Christmas lighting electrical infrastructure
Battle Town CouncilEstimated Value
£30,000 – £80,000
Deadline
30 July 2026
49 days remaining
Published
11 June 2026
Type
goods
Overview
Remove existing electrical equipment and install new infrastructure for Christmas lighting scheme through Battle High Street.
Contact & helpdesk
Tenders to be submitted to the Clerk's Office, The Almonry, High Street, Battle, TN33 0EA or via email clerk@battletowncouncil.gov.uk
AI Analysis
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Battle Town Council is looking for an electrical contractor to remove old electrical equipment and install new infrastructure to support a Christmas lighting display along Battle High Street. This is a straightforward municipal infrastructure project for seasonal decoration.
Requirements
- Must be able to remove existing electrical equipment safely
- Must be able to install new electrical infrastructure
- Work must be suitable for outdoor Christmas lighting installation
- Submission must be made to the Clerk's Office either by post or email
- No specific certifications or qualifications mentioned in the notice — check full tender documents for Part P building regulations or electrical competency requirements
Key Tasks & Deliverables
- Remove existing electrical equipment from Battle High Street
- Install new electrical infrastructure to support Christmas lighting scheme
- Ensure installation is safe and compliant for public-facing display
How to Read This Tender
- 1This is a local council tender — expect a formal but relatively straightforward process. The notice is brief, so the full tender documents (which you need to request) will contain the detailed specifications, timescales, and budget.
- 2Check whether you need Building Regulations Part P certification or relevant electrical competency credentials (NICEIC, NAPIT, or similar). The notice doesn't specify, but councils typically require this for electrical work — ask the Clerk to clarify.
- 3Pay attention to timescales: Christmas lighting projects are seasonal, so installation likely needs to happen by autumn. Ask when work must be completed.
- 4This appears to be a small local contract. Request the full specification to understand the scope (how much equipment, what voltage, cable runs, etc.) before estimating your bid.
- 5The submission method is clear: post or email. Make sure your bid reaches the correct address and confirm receipt if emailing.
Tips for Small Businesses
- As a small electrical business, this is a realistic-sized project. Contact the Clerk early to request the full tender documents and ask clarifying questions — councils expect this and it helps you bid accurately.
- Check if you hold the right electrical accreditations upfront. If you don't have Part P building control sign-off, partner with someone who does or subcontract that element rather than losing the bid.
- Seasonal projects like this can repeat annually — if you win this year's Christmas lights contract, you may be invited back next year. Deliver quality work and maintain the relationship with the council.
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Key Dates
Published
11 June 2026
Submission deadline
30 July 2026
Notice type
Contract
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