--- title: "Maidstone Sculpture Trail - Public Art Project" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-dc65fbde-da4c-4857-b3e1-3c0c2e0fd7d4" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-dc65fbde-da4c-4857-b3e1-3c0c2e0fd7d4" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-dc65fbde-da4c-4857-b3e1-3c0c2e0fd7d4.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-dc65fbde-da4c-4857-b3e1-3c0c2e0fd7d4.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "MAIDSTONE BOROUGH COUNCIL" published: "2023-03-17" --- # Maidstone Sculpture Trail - Public Art Project Buyer: MAIDSTONE BOROUGH COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-dc65fbde-da4c-4857-b3e1-3c0c2e0fd7d4 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-dc65fbde-da4c-4857-b3e1-3c0c2e0fd7d4) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-dc65fbde-da4c-4857-b3e1-3c0c2e0fd7d4.json) ## Summary The Maidstone Borough Council is seeking an artist or artists to develop a permanent sculpture trail for the town centre in Maidstone. The project, part of the Levelling Up programme, aims to encourage exploration and discovery in the town. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with key dates including the Expression of Interest deadline on Friday 14th April 2023 and the deadline for submission of tenders on Friday 21st April 2023. This public art project presents a valuable opportunity for artists or businesses specialised in works of art to showcase their creativity. With the procurement method being an open procedure, SMEs are particularly suited to compete for this contract. The project location spans various areas in Maidstone, providing a platform for artists to contribute to the cultural landscape of the town. The successful contractor is expected to be appointed by the week commencing 15th May 2023. ## Notice Maidstone Borough Council (MBC) would like to invite an artist, or artists, to develop a trail of permanent public artworks for the town centre. MBC has received funding from Central Government as part of the Levelling Up programme and we are looking to create a new sculpture trail around the town, with the aim of encouraging exploration and discovery. Exact locations for the artworks are yet to be confirmed but will likely include Brenchley Gardens, Fairmeadow (riverside), the grounds of the Archbishops' Palace and the Lockmeadow Complex. All necessary planning permissions will be obtained by MBC and artists are not required to budget for this in their proposal. The physical sculpture trail will be complemented with a digital app that will help people explore the trail, as well as the wider town and its landmarks, culture and heritage. MBC will be commissioning this separately, but all sculptures will need to include space for a QR code or small sign. Key Dates & Timeline for Procurement Tender release: Friday 17th March 2023 Expression of Interest Deadline: 12:00pm Friday 14th April 2023 Deadline for submission of completed tenders: 12:00pm Friday 21st April 2023 Evaluation: w/c 24th April 2023 Interviews: w/c 8th May 2023 Appointment of contractor: w/c 15th May 2023 If you would like to view and submit a bid for this project please visit www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5e4245fe-61b8-413d-81aa-f9c36f893ac7 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 17 Mar 2023 | | Submission deadline | 21 Apr 2023 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 14 May 2023 - 31 Mar 2024 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | 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 | MAIDSTONE BOROUGH COUNCIL | | Locality | MAIDSTONE | | Post town | Rochester | | Postcode | ME15 6JQ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent | | ITL 3 | TLJ45 Mid Kent | | Local authority | Maidstone | | Electoral ward | High Street | | Westminster constituency | Maidstone and Malling | | 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) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services ### Codes - 92311000 - Works of art ## Release History - 17 Mar 2023 at 15:22 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5e4245fe-61b8-413d-81aa-f9c36f893ac7 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5e4245fe-61b8-413d-81aa-f9c36f893ac7 17th March 2023 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=0844cc80-d6c4-ed11-8120-005056b64545 Advert ## Notice URLs - http://www.maidstone.gov.uk/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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