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title: "Contract for the Evaluation of the Condition of Gateshead Council's Public Art Collection"
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# Contract for the Evaluation of the Condition of Gateshead Council's Public Art Collection

Buyer: GATESHEAD COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-cf93e62d-b251-4811-bc19-5ae74cbcbb13

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## Summary

Gateshead Council is seeking to commission an evaluation of the current condition of its public art collection, encompassing sculptures, installations, and other artworks located both outdoors and indoors. This tender, titled "Contract for the Evaluation of the Condition of Gateshead Council's Public Art Collection," falls within the industry category of "Library, archives, museums and other cultural services" (CPV 92500000). The procurement is conducted through an open procedure and is currently in the tender stage, with a budget of GBP 30,000. Interested businesses must submit their tenders by 19 February 2025, with the contract period running from 10 March 2025 to 30 November 2025. The project location is in the North East region of the United Kingdom.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specializing in art conservation, assessment, and preservation. It is particularly suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) capable of providing expert evaluations and recommendations for art maintenance. Participation in this contract can facilitate business growth by allowing companies to showcase their expertise to a prominent local government body, strengthening their portfolio and increasing their presence within the cultural services industry.

## Notice

Gateshead Council is commissioning an evaluation of the current condition of its public art collection. The collection, consisting of a range of sculptures, installations, and other outdoor and indoor artworks, is an important cultural asset. This evaluation aims to assess the physical condition of the artworks and provide recommendations for their future preservation, restoration, or maintenance. To access the tender opportunity go to: https://www.open-uk.org/opportunities

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/babf4c13-5279-4998-b666-205d7b50c2e5 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning, Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 29 Jan 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Feb 2025 |
| Future notice date | 19 Dec 2024 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 10 Mar 2025 - 30 Nov 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £30,000 |
| 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 | GATESHEAD COUNCIL |
| Locality | GATESHEAD |
| Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Postcode | NE8 1HH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC43 Tyneside |
| Local authority | Gateshead |
| Electoral ward | Bridges |
| Westminster constituency | Gateshead Central and Whickham |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

### Codes

- 92500000 - Library, archives, museums and other cultural services

## Release History

- 29 Jan 2025 at 16:44 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/babf4c13-5279-4998-b666-205d7b50c2e5
- 5 Dec 2024 at 13:13 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1e647a67-915a-45f0-99ff-c4e17f470847
- 5 Dec 2024 at 13:10 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1e647a67-915a-45f0-99ff-c4e17f470847

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/babf4c13-5279-4998-b666-205d7b50c2e5
  29th January 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1e647a67-915a-45f0-99ff-c4e17f470847
  5th December 2024 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://www.open-uk.org/opportunities

## Provenance

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