--- title: "Christmas Art Installation Provision" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-25fdbbfb-c5ef-49d5-bd6f-79dc885a9631" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-25fdbbfb-c5ef-49d5-bd6f-79dc885a9631" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-25fdbbfb-c5ef-49d5-bd6f-79dc885a9631.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-25fdbbfb-c5ef-49d5-bd6f-79dc885a9631.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL" published: "2020-09-16" --- # Christmas Art Installation Provision Buyer: SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-25fdbbfb-c5ef-49d5-bd6f-79dc885a9631 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-25fdbbfb-c5ef-49d5-bd6f-79dc885a9631) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-25fdbbfb-c5ef-49d5-bd6f-79dc885a9631.json) ## Summary Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council is initiating a tender for the "Christmas Art Installation Provision," aimed at commissioning professional artists, designers, and technicians to create and install six large festive art pieces in an outdoor setting during the Christmas period. This procurement process falls under the services category, specifically focusing on artistic services and works of art. The tender period is open until Wednesday, 30 September 2020, at 15:00 hours, with the contract expected to commence on 9 October 2020 and run until 31 December 2020. The value of the contract is set at approximately £40,000, with a minimum value of £25,000, and submissions must be made through the In-tend e-Tendering System. This tender offers a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in creative and artistic services, particularly those that can develop engaging public art installations. Companies with experience in large-scale design and installation, community engagement, or outdoor art projects would be particularly suited to compete for this contract. Additionally, local businesses in the West Midlands are encouraged to participate, as the initiative aims to support the local economy during the festive season while creating a festive atmosphere accessible to all community members. ## Notice Christmas Art Installation Provision Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council is seeking to contract with a collective of professional artists, designers and technicians to provide and install six large, festival art, sustainable pieces to be housed in an outdoor setting over the Christmas period. Each piece should be around 8ft x 8ft x 8ft and designed as a Christmas gift box with an associated pantomime-themed artwork following the theme - "Santa has dropped some presents - can you find them?" The aim of the programme is to engage with the community without encouraging gatherings of people and to support the local businesses in each of the towns during the festive period. The pieces should be accessible for all ages, be brightly coloured and creative a magical vibe within Sandwell. The Council will be using the In-tend e-Tendering System for this Procurement exercise, please visit https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc to access the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. From here you will be able to register your company, express an interest in the opportunity, and gain immediate access to Quotation or other related documents. To submit a quotation you will be required to 'Opt In'. For a Step by Step user guide to the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal please click on the 'Guidance for Suppliers' section of the website. All procurement responses must be carried out via the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. If you require further assistance in respect of the system please contact the In-tend support team on 0844 272 8810. Closing date: Wednesday 30 September 2020 at 15:00hrs Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/592db1a5-18b5-458d-9563-2ccf7e11cfd0 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 16 Sep 2020 | | Submission deadline | 30 Sep 2020 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 9 Oct 2020 - 31 Dec 2020 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £40,000 | | 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 | SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL | | Locality | WEST MIDLANDS | | Post town | Birmingham | | Postcode | B69 3DE | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands | | ITL 3 | TLG37 Sandwell | | Local authority | Sandwell | | Electoral ward | Oldbury | | Westminster constituency | West Bromwich | | Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 22 - Printed matter and related products - 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services ### Codes - 22314000 - Designs - 92311000 - Works of art - 92312000 - Artistic services ## Release History - 16 Sep 2020 at 08:37 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/592db1a5-18b5-458d-9563-2ccf7e11cfd0 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/592db1a5-18b5-458d-9563-2ccf7e11cfd0 16th September 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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