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title: "W597 - Creative Pathways Public Art Initiative On Derby City Cycle Network"
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# W597 - Creative Pathways Public Art Initiative On Derby City Cycle Network

Buyer: DERBY CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c0f21e64-d4f7-4ec3-a8ae-b7f0eccc34ff

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## Summary

Derby City Council has recently completed a procurement process, culminating in the award for the "W597 - Creative Pathways Public Art Initiative On Derby City Cycle Network". This project falls under the artistic services category, with a focus on public art installations along the Derby cycle path as part of the Section 106 requirements. The initiative aims to involve a specialist artist in crafting a series of unique artworks specific to the location. The procurement was executed via a direct award method, with Sculpture Works Limited selected as the supplier. The contract, valued at £40,000, commenced on 8th October 2025 and is set to conclude on 7th October 2026 in the East Midlands, United Kingdom.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in artistic services, particularly those capable of delivering bespoke, site-specific artworks. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), like Sculpture Works Limited, are particularly well-suited to engage in such creative projects that require tailored solutions and innovative design skills. This initiative not only enhances the cultural landscape of Derby but also provides a platform for creative enterprises to showcase their expertise in public art, fostering business growth and sector development.

## Notice

Appointment specialist artist to complete artworks series for Derby cycle path as part of the Section 106 for public art. Artworks need to be of the same type and unique to place.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/401158c8-f023-4ba1-b8c7-3611c08e46a9 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - Direct Award |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Nov 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 7 Oct 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 6 Oct 2025 |
| Contract period | 7 Oct 2025 - 7 Oct 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £40,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £40,000 |
| 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 | DERBY CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | DERBY |
| Post town | Derby |
| Postcode | DE1 2FS |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF11 Derby |
| Local authority | Derby |
| Electoral ward | Darley |
| Westminster constituency | Derby South |
| Delivery location | TLF East Midlands (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SCULPTURE WORKS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

### Codes

- 92312000 - Artistic services

## Release History

- 5 Nov 2025 at 13:14 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/401158c8-f023-4ba1-b8c7-3611c08e46a9

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/401158c8-f023-4ba1-b8c7-3611c08e46a9
  5th November 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://www.derby.gov.uk/

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