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title: "Public Art Trail."
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# Public Art Trail.

Buyer: BENSON PARISH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-177fa5d4-e835-41d3-b51b-52ca7e3c33e0

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## Summary

The Benson Parish Council is inviting proposals for a project titled "Public Art Trail" aimed at creating a village trail of artworks in the lovely village of Benson. The project involves creating artworks that highlight historical landmarks and public open spaces, with a budget of £105,000. The deadline for submitting Expressions of Interest is noon on Friday 7th June 2024. The procurement method is an open procedure below the threshold, and the contract period is from 1st September 2024 to 1st December 2024.

This tender by Benson Parish Council for the Public Art Trail project presents an opportunity for locally based artists to showcase their work and contribute to community engagement. Small and medium-sized enterprises in the arts and creative industries are well-suited to compete for this opportunity. The project aims to promote community cohesion through art, with materials such as wood, stone, or metal encouraged to be used for the artworks, ensuring durability and weather-resistance in public spaces.

## Notice

We are seeking proposals from artists to create a village trail of artworks for the lovely village of Benson. Using funds from new developments in the village, we would like to use an art project to bring existing communities and new communities together. We have devised this project trail through both new developments and historic parts of the village celebrate different elements of Bensons history and add interest to our public open spaces. The trail will consist of about 6 locations throughout the village. These locations should highlight significant historical landmarks, points of interest, and public open spaces. There is a broad scope for materials. Materials for the artworks could be wood, stone or metal, but should be sympathetic to each location and must consider materials that are durable and weather-resistant to ensure longevity and minimal maintenance. There is a budget of PS105,000 to cover all aspects of the project including research and design, community engagement, design, fabrication, delivery, and installation. We are searching for locally based artists to work with us on this exciting project. We are seeking Expressions of Interest submitted to us by noon on Friday 7th June 2024 to clerk@bensonpc.org.uk and include the following; * Images of your previous works * an indicative proposal of what you offer this project with estimated costs and time frame (full proposals are not necessary at this stage) * references from past commissioners and * an indication that you have the appropriate public liability and professional indemnity insurance and DBS checks. Shortlisted artists may be invited for interviews or presentations to further discuss their proposals, after which we will apply for funding to make this exciting project happen.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/79dcba26-ba7f-427f-b940-51d3049042e1 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 May 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 7 Jun 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2024 - 1 Dec 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £105,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | BENSON PARISH COUNCIL |
| Locality | WALLINGFORD |
| Post town | Oxford |
| Postcode | OX10 6LZ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC |
| Local authority | South Oxfordshire |
| Electoral ward | Benson & Crowmarsh |
| Westminster constituency | Henley and Thame |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 98 - Other community, social and personal services

### Codes

- 98300000 - Miscellaneous services

## Release History

- 17 May 2024 at 12:22 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/79dcba26-ba7f-427f-b940-51d3049042e1

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/79dcba26-ba7f-427f-b940-51d3049042e1
  17th May 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

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