Tender

Christmas Art Installation Provision

SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Tender

16 Sep 2020 at 08:37

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council is initiating a tender for the "Christmas Art Installation Provision," aimed at commissioning professional artists, designers, and technicians to create and install six large festive art pieces in an outdoor setting during the Christmas period. This procurement process falls under the services category, specifically focusing on artistic services and works of art. The tender period is open until Wednesday, 30 September 2020, at 15:00 hours, with the contract expected to commence on 9 October 2020 and run until 31 December 2020. The value of the contract is set at approximately £40,000, with a minimum value of £25,000, and submissions must be made through the In-tend e-Tendering System.

This tender offers a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in creative and artistic services, particularly those that can develop engaging public art installations. Companies with experience in large-scale design and installation, community engagement, or outdoor art projects would be particularly suited to compete for this contract. Additionally, local businesses in the West Midlands are encouraged to participate, as the initiative aims to support the local economy during the festive season while creating a festive atmosphere accessible to all community members.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Christmas Art Installation Provision

Notice Description

Christmas Art Installation Provision Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council is seeking to contract with a collective of professional artists, designers and technicians to provide and install six large, festival art, sustainable pieces to be housed in an outdoor setting over the Christmas period. Each piece should be around 8ft x 8ft x 8ft and designed as a Christmas gift box with an associated pantomime-themed artwork following the theme - "Santa has dropped some presents - can you find them?" The aim of the programme is to engage with the community without encouraging gatherings of people and to support the local businesses in each of the towns during the festive period. The pieces should be accessible for all ages, be brightly coloured and creative a magical vibe within Sandwell. The Council will be using the In-tend e-Tendering System for this Procurement exercise, please visit https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc to access the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. From here you will be able to register your company, express an interest in the opportunity, and gain immediate access to Quotation or other related documents. To submit a quotation you will be required to 'Opt In'. For a Step by Step user guide to the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal please click on the 'Guidance for Suppliers' section of the website. All procurement responses must be carried out via the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. If you require further assistance in respect of the system please contact the In-tend support team on 0844 272 8810. Closing date: Wednesday 30 September 2020 at 15:00hrs Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/592db1a5-18b5-458d-9563-2ccf7e11cfd0
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

22 - Printed matter and related products

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

CPV Codes

22314000 - Designs

92311000 - Works of art

92312000 - Artistic services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£40,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Sep 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
30 Sep 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
9 Oct 2020 - 31 Dec 2020 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Michelle Hackwood
Contact Email
michelle_hackwood@sandwell.gov.uk
Contact Phone
0121 569 2873

Buyer Location

Locality
WEST MIDLANDS
Postcode
B69 3DE
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG37 Sandwell
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Sandwell
Electoral Ward
Oldbury
Westminster Constituency
West Bromwich

Further Information

Notice Documents

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