Published date: 17 May 2024

Closed opportunity - This means that the contract is currently closed. The buying department may be considering suppliers that have already applied, or no suitable offers were made.


Closing: 7 June 2024, 12pm

Contract summary

Industry

  • Miscellaneous services - 98300000

Location of contract

OX10 6LZ

Value of contract

£75,000 to £105,000

Procurement reference

BP05

Published date

17 May 2024

Closing date

7 June 2024

Closing time

12pm

Contract start date

1 September 2024

Contract end date

1 December 2024

Contract type

Works

Procedure type

Open procedure (below threshold)

Any interested supplier may submit a tender in response to an opportunity notice.

This procedure can be used for procurements below the relevant contract value threshold.

Contract is suitable for SMEs?

Yes

Contract is suitable for VCSEs?

No

Description

We are seeking proposals from artists to create a village trail of artworks for the lovely village of Benson.

Using funds from new developments in the village, we would like to use an art project to bring existing communities and new communities together.

We have devised this project trail through both new developments and historic parts of the village celebrate different elements of Bensons history and add interest to our public open spaces. The trail will consist of about 6 locations throughout the village. These locations should highlight significant historical landmarks, points of interest, and public open spaces.

There is a broad scope for materials. Materials for the artworks could be wood, stone or metal, but should be sympathetic to each location and must consider materials that are durable and weather-resistant to ensure longevity and minimal maintenance.

There is a budget of £105,000 to cover all aspects of the project including research and design, community engagement, design, fabrication, delivery, and installation.

We are searching for locally based artists to work with us on this exciting project. We are seeking Expressions of Interest submitted to us by noon on Friday 7th June 2024 to clerk@bensonpc.org.uk and include the following;
• Images of your previous works
• an indicative proposal of what you offer this project with estimated costs and time frame (full proposals are not necessary at this stage)
• references from past commissioners
and
• an indication that you have the appropriate public liability and professional indemnity insurance and DBS checks.
Shortlisted artists may be invited for interviews or presentations to further discuss their proposals, after which we will apply for funding to make this exciting project happen.

About the buyer

Contact name

Nicky

Address

The Parish Hall,Sunnyside, Benson
WALLINGFORD
OX106LZ
England

Telephone

01491825038

Email

clerk@bensonpc.org.uk