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title: "PB2023-01461 - Hopetown: Steam to the Future"
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# PB2023-01461 - Hopetown: Steam to the Future

Buyer: DARLINGTON BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-0a94d4a8-a95b-460e-9ec2-5e16ebe81cf4

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## Summary

Darlington Borough Council has completed the procurement process for project PB2023-01461, titled "Hopetown: Steam to the Future". This project, classified under the industry category of Recreational, Cultural and Sporting Services (CPV: 92000000), entails the commission, production, and creation of an art piece for a museum. The location for this procurement is in England, United Kingdom. The procurement stage has reached the award phase, with Studio Swine Design selected as the supplier. Key dates include the tender period ending on 20th June 2024, the contract starting on 24th June 2024, and concluding on 31st October 2025. The project's value is set at £89,960 GBP, with a direct award procurement method used.

This tender offers a significant opportunity for businesses in the arts and cultural sector, particularly those specialising in large-scale artistic projects. SMEs (Small and Medium-sized Enterprises) are encouraged to participate in such opportunities due to their eligibility. The project not only provides substantial financial incentives but also the chance to collaborate with a prestigious public authority, potentially enhancing the business’s portfolio and market reach. Businesses with a strong track record in delivering public art projects would be well-suited to compete in similar future tenders.

## Notice

Artists commission, Production and Creation of Art piece for Museum

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/00f72583-f31f-4272-9bcf-eda34593db8c |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Not specified |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Direct award |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Aug 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Jun 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 21 Jun 2024 |
| Contract period | 23 Jun 2024 - 31 Oct 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £89,960 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £89,960 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DARLINGTON BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | DARLINGTON |
| Post town | Darlington |
| Postcode | DL1 5QT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC3 Tees Valley |
| ITL 3 | TLC33 Darlington |
| Local authority | Darlington |
| Electoral ward | Park East |
| Westminster constituency | Darlington |
| 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) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | STUDIO SWINE DESIGN |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

### Codes

- 92000000 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

## Release History

- 19 Aug 2024 at 11:43 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/00f72583-f31f-4272-9bcf-eda34593db8c

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/00f72583-f31f-4272-9bcf-eda34593db8c
  19th August 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.darlington.gov.uk

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