Toulouse Métropole has awarded a €10.3M street-lighting equipment framework to multiple suppliers across Lots 1, 4, 5 and 6

Toulouse Métropole, a local authority responsible for general public services, acting on behalf of a groupement de commandes including Toulouse Métropole, TOULOUSE METROPOLE and Commune de TOULOUSE, has awarded a framework agreement for the supply of street-lighting equipment for the years 2026 to 2030 (FOURNITURE DE MATERIELS D'ECLAIRAGE PUBLIC - ANNEES 2026 A 2030). The procurement has a total estimated value of €32,400,000.00, with a maximum framework value of €10,300,000.00 in this notice. The framework covers steel, cast iron or non-metallic masts, structural elements, accessories and luminaires used in urban public lighting and sports facilities. The contract was awarded following an open procedure under the standard regime, governed by EU Directive 2014/24/EU.

Introduction

Toulouse Métropole, a local authority, has conducted an open procedure launched by a groupement de commandes for the supply of public lighting materials for the years 2026 to 2030. The framework agreement will be executed by the conclusion of subsequent contracts and the issuing of purchase orders under the conditions of the specifications. Each lot is awarded separately. Services are paid at unit prices. The consultation concerns the acquisition of "mast" supports in steel, cast iron or non-metallic materials, various structural equipment elements, accessories and luminaires used in urban public lighting and sports facilities.

The procurement is not financed with EU funds but is covered by the Government Procurement Agreement (GPA). Strategic procurement includes an approach to reducing environmental impacts (Other). The framework agreement operates with reopening of competition. Six lots were tendered: Lot 1 (functional masts and crosses), Lot 3 (non-metallic masts), Lot 4 (functional luminaires), Lot 5 (style luminaires), and Lot 6 (columns). Lot 3 resulted in no winner and the competition was closed (reason: Other). Lots 1, 4, 5 and 6 were awarded to multiple suppliers.

Why This Contract Matters

This framework ensures that Toulouse Métropole and the Commune de Toulouse have access to reliable street-lighting equipment for urban public lighting and sports facilities.

This contract matters because it:

• Supports Public Lighting Infrastructure: Provides masts, luminaires, columns and accessories
• Significant Value: €32,400,000.00 estimated value; €10,300,000.00 maximum framework value in this notice
• Multi-Lot Structure: Six lots, each awarded separately
• Balanced Evaluation: 60% price, 40% technical value
• Framework with Reopening: Competition can be reopened during the term
• Strong Competition: Up to 15 tenders received for Lot 4
• Mixed Outcome: Lots 1, 4, 5 and 6 awarded; Lot 3 closed without a winner

Contract Timeline

• Contract concluded (Lot 1): 10 September 2026
• Contract concluded (Lots 4, 5, 6): 04 September 2026
• Duration: 2026 to 2030
• Notice published: 15 September 2026 (OJ S 178/2026)
• Notice dispatch date: 11 September 2026
• Previous notice: 284468-2026

Contract Overview

Toulouse Métropole conducted an open procedure under the standard regime, governed by EU Directive 2014/24/EU.

Key features include:

• Six lots (each awarded separately)
• Estimated value: €32,400,000.00
• Maximum framework value in this notice: €10,300,000.00
• Duration: 2026 to 2030
• Framework type: Framework agreement, with reopening of competition
• Evaluation: Price (60%) and Technical Value (40%)
• Winners: Multiple suppliers across Lots 1, 4, 5 and 6
• Subcontracting: No
• No EU funding
• Covered by GPA: Yes
• Strategic procurement: Approach to reducing environmental impacts (Other)

Key Contract Details

• Main classification: 34928500 Street-lighting equipment
• Additional classification: 34928500 Street-lighting equipment
• Place of performance: Toulouse, Haute-Garonne, France (NUTS: FRJ23)
• Procedure identifier: 55965304-8a3f-474e-a039-bb067e9bbd50
• Internal identifier: 26MC0110AOO
• Type of procedure: Open
• Accelerated procedure: No
• Legal basis: Directive 2014/24/EU
• Review body: Tribunal administratif de Toulouse

Lot Structure

Lot 1 – Functional Masts and Crosses

• Title: MATS ET CROSSES FONCTIONNELS
• Description: Steel public lighting masts from 3m to 12m, cylindro-conical
• Internal identifier: 01
• Winners: VALMONT FRANCE (€2,500,000.00); METALOGALVA (€2,500,000.00); PETITJEAN SAS (€2,500,000.00); AGORA TECHNOLOGIES (€2,500,000.00)
• Tenders received: 5
• Contract concluded: 10 September 2026
• Contract identifier: 26m0237

Lot 3 – Non-Metallic Masts

• Title: MATS NON METALLIQUES
• Description: Composite material masts of 3 metres and above
• Internal identifier: 03
• Result: No winner was chosen and the competition is closed
• Tenders received: 1

Lot 4 – Functional Luminaires

• Title: APPAREILS LUMINEUX FONCTIONNELS
• Description: Supply of functional lanterns
• Internal identifier: 04
• Winners: RAGNI (€3,500,000.00); LUMIN ET SENS (€3,500,000.00); FILIAMETAL DESIGN (€3,500,000.00); BENITO FRANCE (€3,500,000.00); L'ECLAIRAGE TECHNIQUE ECLATEC SA (€3,500,000.00)
• Tenders received: 15
• Contract concluded: 04 September 2026
• Contract identifier: 26m0239

Lot 5 – Style Luminaires

• Title: APPAREILS LUMINEUX DE STYLE
• Description: Supply of style lanterns
• Internal identifier: 05
• Winners: RAGNI (€1,300,000.00); DELILED (€1,300,000.00); FILIAMETAL DESIGN (€1,300,000.00); BENITO FRANCE (€1,300,000.00); AGORA TECHNOLOGIES (€1,300,000.00)
• Tenders received: 11
• Contract concluded: 04 September 2026
• Contract identifier: 26m0240

Lot 6 – Columns

• Title: COLONNES
• Description: Supply of cylindrical public lighting columns
• Internal identifier: 06
• Winners: COMATELEC SCHREDER (€3,000,000.00); Hess GmbH Licht + Form (€3,000,000.00); BENITO FRANCE (€3,000,000.00)
• Tenders received: 3
• Contract concluded: 04 September 2026
• Contract identifier: 26m0241

Lot Summary Table

Lot	Title	Value (€)	Winner	Tenders
1	Functional Masts and Crosses	2,500,000.00 each	VALMONT FRANCE; METALOGALVA; PETITJEAN SAS; AGORA TECHNOLOGIES	5
3	Non-Metallic Masts	—	No winner chosen	1
4	Functional Luminaires	3,500,000.00 each	RAGNI; LUMIN ET SENS; FILIAMETAL DESIGN; BENITO FRANCE; ECLATEC SA	15
5	Style Luminaires	1,300,000.00 each	RAGNI; DELILED; FILIAMETAL DESIGN; BENITO FRANCE; AGORA TECHNOLOGIES	11
6	Columns	3,000,000.00 each	COMATELEC SCHREDER; Hess GmbH Licht + Form; BENITO FRANCE	3
Total		10,300,000.00 (max)

Scope of Supply

The framework covers the following supplies:

• Masts: Steel, cast iron or non-metallic masts for public lighting
• Functional Masts and Crosses: Steel public lighting masts from 3m to 12m, cylindro-conical
• Non-Metallic Masts: Composite material masts of 3 metres and above
• Functional Luminaires: Functional lanterns
• Style Luminaires: Style lanterns
• Columns: Cylindrical public lighting columns
• Structural Elements: Various structural equipment elements and accessories
• Sports Facilities: Equipment for sports facility lighting

Special Procurement Conditions

• Groupement de Commandes: Consultation launched by a group of contracting authorities
• Execution: The framework agreement will be executed by the conclusion of subsequent contracts and the issuing of purchase orders
• Separate Award: Each lot is awarded separately
• Unit Prices: Services are paid at unit prices
• Framework with Reopening: Framework agreement with reopening of competition
• Lot 3 Closed: No winner was chosen and the competition is closed (reason: Other)
• No Subcontracting: No subcontracting declared by winners
• Environmental Approach: Strategic procurement approach to reducing environmental impacts (Other)

About the Contracting Authority

Toulouse Métropole is a local authority responsible for general public services in the Toulouse metropolitan area. The organisation acts as group leader for the groupement de commandes.

• Legal type: Local authority
• Activity: General public services
• Registration number: 57038
• Location: Toulouse, Haute-Garonne, France (NUTS: FRJ23)
• Address: Direction de la commande publique, 1 rue Jacques Matthieu Delpech, 31100 Toulouse
• Contact: MOUDENC Jean-Luc
• Email: correspondre@aws-france.com
• Telephone: 0581917200
• Internet address: https://www.toulouse-metropole.fr/

Co-Buyers:

• TOULOUSE METROPOLE – Local authority, Toulouse (NUTS: FRJ23)
• Commune de TOULOUSE – Local authority, Toulouse (NUTS: FRJ23)

About the Winning Suppliers

VALMONT FRANCE – Large enterprise, Charmeil, France (NUTS: FRK11); Winner of LOT-0001

METALOGALVA – Large enterprise, Trofa, Portugal; Winner of LOT-0001

PETITJEAN SAS – Large enterprise, Saint-Andre-Les-Vergers, France (NUTS: FRF22); Winner of LOT-0001

AGORA TECHNOLOGIES – Large enterprise, Sommevoire, France (NUTS: FRF24); Winner of LOT-0001 and LOT-0005

RAGNI – Large enterprise, La Gaude, France (NUTS: FRL03); Winner of LOT-0004 and LOT-0005

LUMIN ET SENS – SME, Metz, France (NUTS: FRF33); Winner of LOT-0004

FILIAMETAL DESIGN – SME, Saint-Esteve, France (NUTS: FRJ15); Winner of LOT-0004 and LOT-0005

BENITO FRANCE – SME, Cabestany, France (NUTS: FRJ15); Winner of LOT-0004, LOT-0005 and LOT-0006

L'ECLAIRAGE TECHNIQUE ECLATEC SA – Large enterprise, Maxeville, France (NUTS: FRF31); Winner of LOT-0004

DELILED – SME, Vendargues, France (NUTS: FRJ13); Winner of LOT-0005

COMATELEC SCHREDER – Large enterprise, Saint-Florent-Sur-Cher, France (NUTS: FRB01); Winner of LOT-0006

Hess GmbH Licht + Form – SME, Villingen-Schwenningen, Germany; Winner of LOT-0006

Evaluation Criteria

All awarded lots use the same evaluation criteria:

• Technical Value (40%): Valeur technique de l'offre
• Price (60%): Prix

Procurement Analysis

• Procedure: Open procedure under the standard regime, governed by EU Directive 2014/24/EU
• Competition: Up to 15 tenders received (Lot 4); 5 (Lot 1); 1 (Lot 3); 11 (Lot 5); 3 (Lot 6)
• Subcontracting: No subcontracting declared
• No EU funding: The procurement was not financed with EU funds
• Framework agreement: Framework agreement, with reopening of competition
• No dynamic purchasing system used
• Accelerated procedure: No
• Strategic procurement: Approach to reducing environmental impacts (Other)
• Review body: Tribunal administratif de Toulouse
• Call for competition terminated: Lots 1, 4, 5 and 6 awarded; Lot 3 closed without a winner

Additional Procurement Facts

• The contract is covered by the WTO's Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)
• No EU funds were used for this procurement
• The estimated value is €32,400,000.00
• The maximum framework value in this notice is €10,300,000.00
• The framework is divided into six lots, each awarded separately
• Price (60%) and Technical Value (40%) are the evaluation criteria
• Up to 15 tenders were received for Lot 4
• Winners include large enterprises and SMEs
• No subcontracting was declared
• The framework runs from 2026 to 2030
• Lot 3 (non-metallic masts) closed without a winner

Market & Industry Perspective

The French public sector street-lighting equipment market features a mix of large industrial manufacturers and specialised SMEs. Street-lighting equipment is essential for urban public lighting and sports facility installations.

Key trends in this market include:

• Balanced evaluation: 60% price, 40% technical value
• Multi-lot frameworks: Six lots, each awarded separately
• Mix of providers: Large enterprises and SMEs both appointed
• Framework with reopening: Competition can be reopened
• Environmental focus: Approach to reducing environmental impacts
• Groupement de commandes: Joint procurement by multiple authorities
• Partial award: Lot 3 closed without a winner

Economic Significance

At €32,400,000.00 estimated value and €10,300,000.00 maximum framework value in this notice, this framework represents a significant investment in street-lighting equipment for Toulouse Métropole and the Commune de Toulouse. The contract will:

• Support Public Lighting Infrastructure: Provide masts, luminaires, columns and accessories
• Support Both Large Enterprises and SMEs: Winners include both large enterprises and SMEs
• Provide Long-Term Stability: Framework running from 2026 to 2030
• Ensure Supply Security: Multi-supplier framework across multiple lots
• Enable Operational Efficiency: Standardised street-lighting equipment
• Support Strategic Objectives: Environmental impact reduction approach

Future Procurement Opportunities

With this framework now in place, future opportunities include:

• Re-tender: Expected after the framework end date in 2030
• Lot 3 Re-tender: Potential re-tender following closure without a winner
• Related Supplies: Additional street-lighting equipment and accessories
• Subcontracting: Potential opportunities with framework winners
• Framework Call-offs: Opportunities through reopening of competition

Opportunities for Suppliers

While this contract is awarded, opportunities remain for street-lighting equipment suppliers:

• Re-tender: Prepare for the next procurement cycle
• Lot 3 Re-tender: Prepare for potential re-tender of non-metallic masts
• Subcontracting: Potential opportunities with framework winners
• Related Supplies: Other street-lighting equipment and accessories
• Other French Local Authorities: Similar street-lighting procurements

What Businesses Should Watch

• Toulouse Métropole's future procurement notices
• Re-tender of Lot 3 (non-metallic masts)
• Other French local authority street-lighting tenders
• Street-lighting equipment market trends
• Changes to French procurement regulations
• Environmental requirements in public lighting procurement

FranceTenders Procurement Intelligence

This street-lighting equipment framework is a notable example of French public sector procurement. Several features stand out:

• Scale: €32.4M estimated value; €10.3M maximum framework value in this notice
• Balanced evaluation: 60% price, 40% technical value
• Multi-lot structure: Six lots, each awarded separately
• Many winners: Multiple suppliers appointed across Lots 1, 4, 5 and 6
• Partial award: Lot 3 closed without a winner
• Competition: Up to 15 tenders received for Lot 4
• Mix of providers: Large enterprises and SMEs appointed

For suppliers, this procurement highlights the importance of:

• Competitive pricing: 60% price-based evaluation
• Technical value: 40% technical-based evaluation
• Product range: Ability to supply street-lighting equipment
• Public sector experience: Understanding of French local authority requirements
• Environmental awareness: Understanding of environmental impact reduction objectives

Supplier Takeaways

• Offer competitive pricing – 60% of evaluation is price-based
• Demonstrate high technical value – 40% of evaluation is technical-based
• Develop public sector experience with French local authorities
• Demonstrate product range for street-lighting equipment
• Monitor Toulouse Métropole and French local authority procurement opportunities
• Prepare for potential re-tender of Lot 3

Key Takeaways

• Toulouse Métropole awarded a street-lighting equipment framework with an estimated value of €32,400,000.00 and a maximum framework value of €10,300,000.00 in this notice
• Six lots, each awarded separately: Lot 1 (functional masts and crosses), Lot 3 (non-metallic masts), Lot 4 (functional luminaires), Lot 5 (style luminaires), Lot 6 (columns)
• Duration: 2026 to 2030
• Evaluation: Price (60%) and Technical Value (40%)
• Up to 15 tenders received (Lot 4)
• Lots 1, 4, 5 and 6 awarded to multiple suppliers
• Lot 3: No winner chosen and the competition is closed
• Winners include large enterprises and SMEs
• No subcontracting declared
• No EU funding
• Covered by GPA: Yes
• Framework with reopening of competition
• Strategic procurement: approach to reducing environmental impacts

Conclusion

This street-lighting equipment framework ensures that Toulouse Métropole and the Commune de Toulouse have access to a broad range of street-lighting equipment from a panel of qualified suppliers. By awarding Lots 1, 4, 5 and 6 to multiple suppliers, Toulouse Métropole secures a diverse panel with the capability to deliver masts, luminaires, columns and accessories.

The 60% price and 40% technical value evaluation reflects the balanced nature of street-lighting equipment procurement, where both cost and technical quality are important differentiators among qualified suppliers. The multi-lot structure and the closure of Lot 3 without a winner reflect the complexities of public procurement in specialised equipment markets.

For suppliers, this procurement highlights the importance of competitive pricing, technical value, product range, public sector experience, and environmental awareness in winning French public sector street-lighting equipment contracts.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is Toulouse Métropole?

Ans: A local authority responsible for general public services in the Toulouse metropolitan area, acting as group leader for the groupement de commandes.

Q: What is the value of the framework?

Ans: Estimated value €32,400,000.00; maximum framework value in this notice €10,300,000.00.

Q: Who are the winners?

Ans: Multiple suppliers across Lots 1, 4, 5 and 6, including VALMONT FRANCE, METALOGALVA, PETITJEAN SAS, AGORA TECHNOLOGIES, RAGNI, LUMIN ET SENS, FILIAMETAL DESIGN, BENITO FRANCE, ECLATEC SA, DELILED, COMATELEC SCHREDER, and Hess GmbH Licht + Form.

Q: What supplies are covered?

Ans: Street-lighting equipment including masts, functional masts and crosses, non-metallic masts, functional luminaires, style luminaires, columns, structural elements and accessories.

Q: What were the evaluation criteria?

Ans: Technical Value (40%) and Price (60%).

Q: How long is the contract?

Ans: 2026 to 2030.

Q: How many tenders were received?

Ans: Up to 15 tenders (Lot 4); 5 (Lot 1); 1 (Lot 3); 11 (Lot 5); 3 (Lot 6).

Q: Is this contract funded by the EU?

Ans: No, the procurement is not financed with EU funds.

Q: What is the review body?

Ans: Tribunal administratif de Toulouse.

Q: What is the lot structure?

Ans: Six lots – LOT-0001 (functional masts and crosses), LOT-0003 (non-metallic masts), LOT-0004 (functional luminaires), LOT-0005 (style luminaires), LOT-0006 (columns).

Q: Were all lots awarded?

Ans: No, Lot 3 resulted in no winner being chosen and the competition was closed. Lots 1, 4, 5 and 6 were awarded.

Q: Is subcontracting allowed?

Ans: No subcontracting was declared by the winners.

Q: What strategic procurement objectives apply?

Ans: An approach to reducing environmental impacts (Other).

Source: EU Official Journal, Contract Award Notice 635628-2026, OJ S 178/2026, published 15 September 2026.

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