Award

Monster Chetwynd - Salamanders

FOLKESTONE AND HYTHE DISTRICT COUNCIL

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Award

26 Jun 2025 at 13:03

Award Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by Folkestone and Hythe District Council for the project titled "Monster Chetwynd - Salamanders" has reached the award stage. The contract involves the artistic and literary creation of two salamander sculptures, a service within the CPV category 92310000. The sculptures are to be displayed in Payers Park, England, during the Triennial period from July to October 2025 before being moved to Bouverie Square in November 2026. The direct award procurement method was employed, with the contract valued at GBP 57,767.14. The key contract period ran from 27th May 2025 to 1st September 2025. The opportunity was particularly suitable for SMEs and VCSEs, highlighting the council’s commitment to engaging such enterprises.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses engaged in artistic and literary creation services, particularly those capable of producing large-scale sculptures. Companies with experience in fibreglass sculpture production would find this contract well-aligned with their capabilities. As the project offers significant public interaction and media attention during its display period, it can enhance business profiles and provide exposure to a broader audience, potentially leading to future commissions. The collaboration with Folkestone and Hythe District Council could also pave the way for further opportunities within local government projects focused on community and cultural revitalisation. Large businesses like M D M Props Limited, which succeeded in this award, serve as an example of the competitive landscape for such contracts.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Monster Chetwynd - Salamanders

Notice Description

Creative Folkestone are the creative partner for the Folkestone - a Brighter Future Project. The internationally acclaimed artist, Monster Chetwynd is designing a playpark for the new Bouverie Square. Salamanders are a key part of this design and her thinking that towns regenerate and salamanders regenerate themselves. This will be a new and once only contract and is for the production of two moulds of salamanders that will then be used to cast two fibreglass, salamander sculptures. These sculptures will be displayed in Payers Park during the Triennial period, July 25- October 25 enticing interest from the Press and encouraging excitement about the park and future of Folkestone. The same salamander sculptures will be moved to their new and permanent home in Bouverie Square in Nov 2026.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-39d9e56b-3ad3-46c9-91e6-7106253079a9
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8c9665ec-d787-4978-92a1-99d747e22ca7
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

CPV Codes

92310000 - Artistic and literary creation and interpretation services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£57,767 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£57,767 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Jun 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
30 Apr 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 May 20259 months ago
Contract Period
26 May 2025 - 1 Sep 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
FOLKESTONE AND HYTHE DISTRICT COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
FOLKESTONE
Postcode
CT20 2QY
Post Town
Canterbury
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ44 East Kent
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Folkestone and Hythe
Electoral Ward
Folkestone Central
Westminster Constituency
Folkestone and Hythe

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

M D M PROPS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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