PLA25163 Provision of Lighting Installations for Bay of Lights Illumination Trail
Torbay Council · Awarded contract
AwardedPLA25163 Provision of Lighting Installations for Bay of Lights Illumination Trail
Awarded 17 May 2026
Awarded17 May 2026
Value£360,000.00
SupplierFUTURE TECHNICAL SOLUTIONS LTD
AgencyTorbay Council
RegionSOUTH WEST
CategoryArts & Culture
Expires in 1y 3mo1y 9mo term, 27% elapsed
Awarded 17 May 2026Expires 31 Jan 2028
About
The Council is seeking a suitably qualified and experienced events contractor to design and install a high-quality innovative winter lighting solution for a family focussed Bay of Lights Illumination Trail - light installation event based on a light show / light installations experience.
The event has run successfully for a number of years.
Over the 2 + 1 period of the contract there will be potential for additional activity and add-ons, such as projections and an accompanying Christmas market.
The event will be primarily based in Torquay with elements in the other Bay areas (Paignton and Brixham).
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