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(Expression of Interest) Commissioning of an Artist for the Queen Elizabeth II Figurative Sculpture (Bust), Armagh

ARMAGH CITY, BANBRIDGE AND CRAIGAVON BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council is actively seeking an accomplished artist to create a figurative sculpture (Bust) of Queen Elizabeth II, intended to commemorate her life and contributions. Situated in the historic Palace Chapel in Armagh, the sculpture gains significance as an enduring tribute within the community. This project falls under the artistic services industry category and is part of an open procurement process below the threshold value, with a maximum contract value of £84,000. The tender process is currently in the open stage, and interested parties should note that submissions must be made by 5th December 2025. Queries regarding the tender must be submitted by 28th November 2025.

This commission presents an excellent opportunity for professional artists, particularly those specialising in the creation of lifelike busts, to showcase their talents on a prominent public platform. Given its prestigious nature and the aesthetic value attached, this tender is ideally suited for small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the art sector that have a proven track record of artistic accomplishments and the capacity to engage with public installations. Engaging in this project will not only enhance the visibility of the successful artist or enterprise but also potentially lead to further commissions and recognition within the artistic community.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

(Expression of Interest) Commissioning of an Artist for the Queen Elizabeth II Figurative Sculpture (Bust), Armagh

Notice Description

Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council is seeking an experienced and suitably qualified artist to produce a high-quality permanent, figurative sculpture (Bust) of Queen Elizabeth II to recognise the life and service of the late Monarch. The bust would be in the medium of the artist's choice and placed on top of a plinth to include a plaque (text to be agreed with Council) which may be incorporated into the plinth. The memorial would be located within the Palace Chapel, Armagh. The materials would be considered as part of the artist's commission with the preferred option and final designs being agreed and signed off by Council. It's also proposed that the memorial would be officially recognised. Therefore, it is considered that approval for any memorial in any form may be required from the Cabinet Office and this may be a requirement in terms of any potential unveiling or inauguration. The sculpture (Bust) must be a 'lifelike' representation and be immediately recognisable to interested parties and tourists alike, becoming integrated into the historic fabric of Armagh.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05d3ac
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068447-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

CPV Codes

92310000 - Artistic and literary creation and interpretation services

92311000 - Works of art

92312000 - Artistic services

92312200 - Services provided by authors, composers, sculptors, entertainers and other individual artists

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£84,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£84,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Oct 20251 months ago
Submission Deadline
5 Dec 2025Today
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
26 Jan 2026 - 22 Jan 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ARMAGH CITY, BANBRIDGE AND CRAIGAVON BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@armaghbanbridgecraigavon.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
CRAIGAVON
Postcode
BT64 1AL
Post Town
Northern Ireland
Country
Northern Ireland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLN Northern Ireland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLN0 Northern Ireland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLN07 Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon
Electoral Ward
Craigavon Centre
Westminster Constituency
Upper Bann

Further Information

Notice Documents

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