Planning

Morley Public Art Project 2026 - Greener and Connected Morley Town Deal

LEEDS CITY COUNCIL

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Planning

18 Feb 2026 at 15:18

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Leeds City Council is in the planning stage of the Morley Public Art Project 2026, part of the Greener and Connected Morley Town Deal. The council seeks to commission an artist or collective for three site-specific projects in Morley, aiming to enhance pedestrian routes to the railway station and improve local visual appeal. This initiative is classified under artistic services, offering a total contract value of £60,000, with works expected from June to June 2026 in the United Kingdom's region. Artists interested are invited to provide their feedback by 24 March 2026, following the preliminary market engagement notice.

This tender presents opportunities for artists, particularly those established locally, as local residents are prioritised, yet competition remains open to uphold quality standards. Businesses specialising in artistic services, especially SMEs and VCSEs, can benefit from increased visibility and community engagement through this project. The focus on original artwork reflecting Morley's heritage affords unique creative opportunities for artists wishing to showcase their skills in public art and contribute to local cultural identity.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Morley Public Art Project 2026 - Greener and Connected Morley Town Deal

Notice Description

Leeds City Council ('The Council'), is looking to commission an artist or artist collective to deliver 3 site-specific public art projects in Morley. The Council, in partnership with Morley Town Council, is working to improve routes to the railway station for pedestrians, to encourage active travel. The objective of the mural project is to improve the visual experience of pedestrians, local residents and people visiting Morley. To support this project, the Council would like to seek information from local artists regarding this potential procurement exercise. You are therefore invited to consider the requirements detailed in this document and complete the attached questionnaire to give us your feedback on the proposed approach. We are seeking an artist or artist collective to deliver 3 placemaking site-specific public art projects. The projects include a large mural on the side elevation of a block of 3 story flats, Hull Street/Ackroyd Street, Morley. The second mural location is not secured but this will be smaller and located on the side of a building on the route to the railway station. The third part of the project involves painting five traffic signal boxes. The artwork should be original and reflect the unique heritage and contemporary identity of Morley.

Planning Information

We are seeking an artist or artist collective to deliver 3 placemaking site-specific public art projects. The projects include a large mural on the side elevation of a block of 3 story flats, Hull Street/Ackroyd Street, Morley. The second mural location is not secured but this will be smaller and located on the side of a building on the route to the railway station. The third part of the project involves painting five traffic signal boxes. The artwork should be original and reflect the unique heritage and contemporary identity of Morley. Local Priority and Fair Competition • Local Definition: Priority will be given to artists living or working within the Morley South and North Wards and who demonstrate a strong connection to the immediate local area. • Open Call: While local artists are prioritised, the call is open to all to ensure a high standard of creative competition. Please see PME document for full engagement details,

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065748
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014880-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

CPV Codes

92312000 - Artistic services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Feb 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
24 Mar 20265 weeks to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 May 2026 - 30 Jun 2026 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LEEDS CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Simon Thorpe
Contact Email
simon.thorpe@leeds.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LEEDS
Postcode
LS1 1UR
Post Town
Leeds
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE42 Leeds
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Leeds
Electoral Ward
Little London & Woodhouse
Westminster Constituency
Leeds Central and Headingley

Further Information

Notice Documents

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