Christmas lighting electrical infrastructure
Battle Town CouncilEstimated Value
£30,000 – £80,000
Deadline
30 July 2026
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
Source
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