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

ARMAGH, BANBRIDGE & CRAIGAVON BOROUGH COUNCIL

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27 May 2026 at 14:22

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27 Oct 2025 at 10:46

Tender

24 Oct 2025 at 15:19

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by the Armagh, Banbridge & Craigavon Borough Council involves the commissioning of an artist to create a figurative sculpture of Queen Elizabeth II. The project, titled "Commissioning of an Artist for the Queen Elizabeth II Figurative Sculpture (Bust), Armagh," falls under the artistic and literary creation and interpretation services. The sculpture will be placed within the Palace Chapel in Armagh. This procurement has transitioned from the tender to the award stage, with Jethro Crabb, a Surrey-based SME, selected as the supplier. The contract, valued at £84,000, was signed on 20th April 2026 and is set to conclude on 31st January 2027. The procurement method was open competition, conducted below the threshold level, and adhered to Northern Irish devolved regulations.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those skilled in artistic creation and interpretation services. SMEs with expertise in producing high-quality, lifelike sculptures would find this project aligns well with their capabilities. The open procurement process encourages competition and is well-suited for artists with innovative approaches to material selection and plinth design. Furthermore, creating a recognisable and engaging public art piece situated within a historic location like Armagh can bolster an artist's portfolio, opening doors for future public art commissions and collaborations.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

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.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05d3ac
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/049814-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

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
£84,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 May 20264 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
5 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Apr 20262 months ago
Contract Period
30 Apr 2026 - 31 Jan 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ARMAGH, BANBRIDGE & CRAIGAVON BOROUGH COUNCIL
Additional Buyers

ARMAGH CITY, BANBRIDGE AND CRAIGAVON BOROUGH COUNCIL

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

JETHRO CRABB

Further Information

Notice Documents

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