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Permanent Public Art Installation e.g. sculpture

Stony Stratford Town Council

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16 May 2024 at 12:30

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Summary of the contracting process

The Stony Stratford Town Council is inviting expressions of interest for a public art installation project in Market Square. The commission opportunity involves submitting an Expression of Interest by 3rd June 2024, with shortlisted artists developing proposals by 1st July 2024. The final selection of the artist will take place by 15th July 2024. The project aims to celebrate the rich heritage of Stony Stratford through a permanent art installation, with a total commission budget of £60,000. The Town Council will manage the project with support from the Town Centre Working Group.

This tender for a public art installation in Stony Stratford presents an opportunity for creative practitioners experienced in large-scale projects to showcase their talent. Artists with a background in creating and installing public art installations are well-suited for this tender. The project requires innovative and creative designs that engage the community and celebrate the town's identity. It offers a chance for artists to develop interactive artworks that reflect the culture, history, and geology of Stony Stratford, with a focus on creating a lasting impact for the community and visitors alike.

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Notice Title

Permanent Public Art Installation e.g. sculpture

Notice Description

Stony Stratford Stony Stratford is considered to be 'the Jewel of Milton Keynes'. Whilst part of one of the fastest-growing cities in Britain, it is a mix of old and new with its own style and charm, retaining the character of a lively market town. "Stony" has a long and fascinating history, seen in its many historical coaching inns and delightful Georgian architecture. The High Street is part of the original Watling Street, in existence since the Romans marched from Richborough to Chester. Writers, artists, and musicians are drawn to the town with its colourful history, its mix of traditional and speciality shops, and the wide range of pubs, restaurants and cafes to be found there. Aims for the Commission Stony Stratford Town Council (SSTC) is looking to appoint an experienced creative practitioner or collaborative practice to develop and deliver a permanent public art installation, creating a focal point in the vicinity of the High Street that will celebrate the rich heritage of Stony Stratford. The client has an initial preference for a sculpture in a single location (likely to be Market Square) but wants to leave scope for artist creativity - proposals for other forms of installation will therefore also be considered. Total commission budget is PS60,000 excl. VAT. This includes all fees, fabrication/delivery costs, installation, public engagement and publicity. A sum of PS3,000 has already been ring-fenced for future maintenance. The client is Stony Stratford Town Council, with overall project management by the Town Clerk, supported by the Town Centre Working Group (TCWG), which consists of councillors, residents, school pupils and local businesses. Location Initial investigations have highlighted Market Square as a suitable location. It is the heart of Stony and the site of various gatherings and celebrations throughout the year. The artist will need to be aware that the work may be in a conservation area and adjacent to Grade II listed buildings. Considerations: The artist should explore and respond to all or any of the following aspirations when developing their ideas: * to be educational and informative about Stony Stratford. * to reflect on the culture, history and/or geology of Stony Stratford. * to activate and animate the chosen space. * to take a cue from a broad range of researched contexts, e.g. Roman era, local wildlife, Stony Stratford as a historical transport hub. * to take into account the Stony Stratford Neighbourhood Plan. Their proposal should also: * provide for all labour, supplies, materials and equipment needed for the design, execution, fabrication, transportation and installation of the artwork. * consider a variety of media, but the work should be constructed from a resilient, durable, and low-maintenance material as it will be located outdoors. * consider maintenance, i.e. the finished work should not be easily vandalised and should be straightforward and economical to repair. * include specifications and details of installation - drawings of the proposed installation and specifications for materials, fixings, measurements, installation techniques and schedules, as well as any required infrastructure surveys or planning permission. Collaboration - the artist will work closely with Stony Stratford Town Council to ensure that all works and planning requirements fit in with the overall timeline for the project. Permissions will be sought by the Council. Publicity - sufficient time and resources should be allocated to marketing and publicity so that the project can be shared with the community. Objectives * to create an artwork that captures the interest and spirit of the community. * to create a focal point that is visually pleasing and sensitive to the location. * to engage the community and encourage interaction with the artwork. * to celebrate the identity of Stony Stratford and support community development. * to create a feature with a minimum life expectancy of 25 years. Deliverables The chosen creative practice will be required * to understand the site(s), context and aims of the Public Art Commission and to develop an initial concept and outline proposal. * to develop and deliver activities with the community to inform and engage local residents and schools. * to consider how the community will interact with the finished artwork. * to present ideas and respond to feedback from the TCWG during design development. * to support any planning applications or other permissions required. This may also include a review by ROSPA and MK Highways. * to ensure compliance with any regulations and recommendations of highways and planning officers. * to develop and deliver an artwork that responds to the brief provided by the Town Council and the TCWG. * to work to the agreed timescales and to the specified budget. Some useful websites about Stony Stratford include: https://www.stonystratford.gov.uk/ https://www.mkheritage.org.uk/archive/mkm/stonystratford/docs/history.html https://www.stonystratford.co.uk/history There are also several books available from Stony Stratford Library. Exclusions We will not accept proposals for existing artworks or for projects that do not meet the timescales or budget, or approaches that do not respond to the local context.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015563-2024
Current Stage
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Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

CPV Codes

92311000 - Works of art

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 May 20242 years ago
Submission Deadline
3 Jun 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
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
Stony Stratford Town Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MILTON KEYNES
Postcode
MK11 1BD
Postcode Area
Milton Keynes
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ12 Milton Keynes
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Milton Keynes
Electoral Ward
Stony Stratford
Westminster Constituency
Milton Keynes North

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