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Floodlights - 1 - Supply and Installing 5 x Floodlighting Columns (reuse current LED Floodlights) 2 - Supply and Installing 1 x Floodlight Column and Floodlights. At Raleys Field, Sevenoaks

Tender Overview

ORGANIZATION

Sevenoaks Town Council

LOCATION

Kent, United Kingdom

VALUE

£40,000

DEADLINE

February 28, 2026 at 23:59

CATEGORY

Other

CPV CODE

31518100

REFERENCE

006979-2026

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Original Tender Description

Tenders are invited for the supply and installation of 5 Floodlighting Columns using current LED floodlights and a further 1 new column and floodlights at Raleys Field, off Plymouth Drive, Sevenoaks, Kent TN13 3RP. Background Sevenoaks Town Council owns and operates the two above-pictured open public spaces referred to as Raleys Field (northern-most field) and Knole Paddock (southern field). These open spaces in addition to being used extensively by the general public are used for cricket, football and rugby. Adjacent to the open space is the Sevenoaks Rugby Football Club and the fields are primarily used by them during the rugby season. To the best of the Town Council's knowledge the current floodlighting columns were installed over 30 years ago originally the responsibility of the Rugby club who had paid for; and maintained the floodlights and floodlight columns. In 2022 it was considered that the old sodium lights had reached the end of their life, the Rugby Club were not in a position to address this which instigated Sevenoaks Town Council taking on the replacement with brighter low energy LED lights on the existing columns. In replacing the bulbs for the rugby season this year one of the mechanism for lowering the floodlights failed. This has brought into question the structural integrity of the old floodlights. The rugby pitches have static floodlights on one side. The other side has portable floodlights as permanent cannot be installed as this would impact the cricket pitches. Key Points 1. The tender is for replacement 5 columns for current floodlights 2. Separately for 1 further new column (new electrics etc) and floodlight. 3. To be installed outside of rugby playing season. 4. Columns to be able to be lowered to enable change of bulbs etc. 5. Demonstration of meeting all compliant standards e.g. electrics, H&S. 8. A site visit is advised in preparation of your tender to assess access etc. General Scope of Contract 1. Ownership, liability and responsibility for insurance of the works and associated equipment will remain with the contractor until satisfactory reports have been accepted by Sevenoaks Town Council. 2. A project coordinator or single point of contact must be provided by the successful tenderer who will remain contactable to deal with any queries or problems that may arise. The point of contact must be available from the date the contract is awarded until satisfactory completion of the project. 3. The contractor will be required to liaise closely with Sevenoaks Town Council prior to commencement of works and during the installation period. 4. Whilst construction is taking place, the area must be contained within security fencing to prevent unauthorised access. Fencing to be provided at contractor's cost. 5. Storage of machinery, equipment and materials will be the responsibility of the contractor. 6. All excess materials and spoil from excavation are to be disposed of at the contractors cost at a licensed recycling centre. 7. Any area of the recreation ground or private property damaged by the contractor during the works must be reinstated to its original condition at the contractors cost. Specification to include: • All professional fees and design • Drawings of proposed design • Mobilisation and set • Setting out of work area • Installation • Demobilisation and any reinstatements Health and Safety Requirements Tenderers will be required to supply Sevenoaks Town Council with copies of the following with the tender submission: • Method statements • General Risk Assessments • Health and Safety Policy • Certificate of Public Liability Insurance • Certificate of Employers Liability Insurance • Proof of Operative Qualifications. Guarantees and Warranties Please provide a detailed breakdown of warrantees and guarantees for all items to be installed. Evaluation and Awarding of the Contract The contract will be awarded to the company that complies with all written requirements, has satisfactory references, offers best value of service and price. Guarantees and warranties will be assessed on their own merit to ensure ongoing maintenance is kept to a minimum. Sevenoaks Town Council may require further information from the tenderer after the submission deadline, if this occurs, we will contact the contractors nominate person named in the tender questionnaire. The contract will be evaluated on the following basis: Complete written tender Trade references Additional facilities - fencing, safety surface Price Feedback from Public Maintenance requirements
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MANDATORY EXCLUSION GROUNDS

  • None explicitly mentioned in the provided text.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

  • Comply with all written requirements of the tender.
  • Provide satisfactory trade references.
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TECHNICAL CAPABILITY REQUIREMENTS

  • Supply and install 5 replacement floodlighting columns with current LED floodlights.
  • Supply and install 1 new floodlighting column with new LED floodlights.
  • Conduct all installation works outside of the rugby playing season.
  • Ensure all installed columns are capable of being lowered for bulb changes and maintenance.
  • Demonstrate compliance with all relevant standards, including electrical and Health & Safety.
  • Provide a dedicated project coordinator or single point of contact, available from contract award until satisfactory project completion.
  • Liaise closely with Sevenoaks Town Council before and during the installation period.
  • Contain the construction area with security fencing at the contractor's cost to prevent unauthorized access.
  • Assume full responsibility for the storage of all machinery, equipment, and materials.
  • Dispose of all excess materials and spoil from excavation at the contractor's cost at a licensed recycling centre.
  • Reinstate any recreation ground or private property damaged during the works to its original condition at the contractor's cost.
  • The specification must include all professional fees and design.
  • The specification must include drawings of the proposed design.
  • The specification must include mobilisation and set-up.
  • The specification must include setting out of the work area.
  • The specification must include installation.
  • The specification must include demobilisation and any reinstatements.
  • Provide a detailed breakdown of warranties and guarantees for all items to be installed.
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FINANCIAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Assume ownership, liability, and responsibility for insurance of the works and associated equipment until satisfactory reports are accepted by Sevenoaks Town Council.
  • Offer the best value of service and price.
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SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS

  • Submit a complete written tender.
  • Supply copies of Method Statements with the tender submission.
  • Supply copies of General Risk Assessments with the tender submission.
  • Supply a copy of the Health and Safety Policy with the tender submission.
  • Supply a copy of the Certificate of Public Liability Insurance with the tender submission.
  • Supply a copy of the Certificate of Employers Liability Insurance with the tender submission.
  • Supply proof of Operative Qualifications with the tender submission.
  • Provide a detailed breakdown of warranties and guarantees for all items to be installed within the tender submission.
  • Nominate a contact person in the tender questionnaire who can be reached for further information after the submission deadline.
  • (Advised) Conduct a site visit to Raleys Field to assess access and other conditions in preparation for the tender.

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Attachment A-11006
Tender ConditionsA-11006.html
Summary:
This document, titled as bidding documents for the Sevenoaks Town Council floodlight installation tender, would likely detail general tender conditions, submission requirements, health and safety standards, insurance specifications, operative qualifications, and evaluation criteria.
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Attachment A-11007
Administrative DocumentsA-11007.html
Summary:
This document is a "Page not found" error from the Find a Tender service, indicating the requested tender attachment is currently unavailable.
DOC
OCDS Record
OCDS Data006979-2026_ocds_record.json
Summary:
This tender invites bids for the supply and installation of 6 LED floodlighting columns (5 replacements, 1 new) at Raleys Field, Sevenoaks, requiring compliance with H&S standards, insurance, and detailed guarantees, with evaluation based on completeness, references, price, and maintenance.
DOC
OCDS Release Package
OCDS Data006979-2026_ocds_release.json
Summary:
This tender invites bids for the supply and installation of six LED floodlighting columns at Raleys Field, Sevenoaks, requiring bidders to demonstrate compliance, provide insurance, H&S documentation, operative qualifications, and detailed warranties, with evaluation based on compliance, references, value, and price.
PDF
Official PDF Version
Tender Conditions006979-2026_official.pdf
Summary:
This tender invites bids for the supply and installation of five replacement floodlighting columns (reusing existing LED floodlights) and one new floodlighting column with new LED floodlights at Raleys Field, Sevenoaks, requiring adherence to H&S standards, site management, and provision of guarantees.
HTM
Tender Notice
General Information006979-2026.html
Summary:
Sevenoaks Town Council invites tenders for the supply and installation of 6 new LED floodlighting columns at Raleys Field, requiring contractors to demonstrate compliance with H&S standards, provide insurance, operative qualifications, and detailed guarantees.

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68
Good

Tender Quality Score

This tender provides a clear project description and detailed requirements, but its quality is significantly hampered by the lack of weighted evaluation criteria, the absence of an e-submission option, and an inaccessible administrative document.

Score Breakdown

Legal Compliance75/100

The tender defines the procedure type and assigns a correct CPV code. The remaining submission period is reasonable. However, the evaluation criteria are listed without specified weightings, which is a common legal requirement for transparency and could lead to challenges.

Evaluation criteria are listed but not weighted.
Clarity80/100

The project description, background, and key points are clear and unambiguous. Technical and performance requirements are well-documented and understandable. The main clarity issue stems from the unweighted evaluation criteria, making it less clear how bids will be comparatively assessed.

Evaluation criteria are listed but not weighted.
Completeness70/100

Basic information, financial details, timeline, and location are provided. Requirements are comprehensive. However, one administrative document is listed as 'Page not found', and the evaluation framework is incomplete due to the absence of weighted criteria.

One administrative document ('Attachment A-11007') is inaccessible ('Page not found').
Evaluation criteria are listed but not weighted.
Fairness55/100

The requirements appear generic and not tailored. The estimated value is disclosed. However, the lack of an e-submission option creates barriers to equal access. The unweighted evaluation criteria, coupled with the subjective 'Feedback from Public' criterion, significantly reduce transparency and objectivity, raising fairness concerns.

No electronic submission option is available.
Evaluation criteria are unweighted, reducing transparency and objectivity.
Practicality65/100

The contract start date and duration are clearly specified. However, the absence of electronic submission is a significant practical drawback in modern procurement. The inaccessibility of one administrative document also poses a practical challenge for bidders.

No electronic submission is supported.
One administrative document is inaccessible ('Page not found').
Data Consistency70/100

The tender shows no disputes or suspensions, and dates are logical. However, some key fields like 'Liable Person' and procedure codes are empty. The statement 'Value Classified: Yes' is contradictory given that the estimated value of 40,000.00 EUR is explicitly disclosed.

Some key fields (e.g., 'Liable Person', procedure codes) are empty.
Contradiction between 'Value Classified: Yes' and the disclosed 'Estimated Value'.
Sustainability50/100

The tender mentions the use of 'low energy LED lights' in the background, which is a positive environmental aspect. However, it does not explicitly incorporate specific green procurement criteria, social aspects, or innovation focus as part of the evaluation or requirements for the new installation.

No explicit green procurement criteria beyond the inherent nature of LED lights.
No social criteria included.

Strengths

Clear and detailed project description with background information.
Comprehensive technical and submission requirements are well-defined.
Reasonable submission timeframe from today's date.
Specific contract duration and start date provided.
CPV code correctly assigned.

Concerns

Evaluation criteria are listed but not weighted, reducing transparency.
The 'Feedback from Public' evaluation criterion is subjective and lacks clear methodology.
One administrative document is inaccessible ('Page not found').
No electronic submission option is available.
Limited explicit focus on sustainability (green, social, innovation) criteria.

Recommendations

1. Provide clear weightings for all evaluation criteria to enhance transparency and objectivity.
2. Ensure all tender documents are accessible and resolve the 'Page not found' error.
3. Implement an electronic submission system to improve accessibility and fairness for bidders.

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