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title: "Year of Legends Artwork Commissions"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-029c12"
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current_stage: "Award"
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published: "2021-03-16"
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# Year of Legends Artwork Commissions

Buyer: WELSH GOVERNMENT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-029c12

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## Summary

The procurement process for the 'Year of Legends Artwork Commissions' is being conducted by the Welsh Government, located in Cardiff, United Kingdom. This initiative falls under the services category within the artistic sector, specifically focusing on the creation of works of art at iconic heritage sites in Wales. The procurement method selected is a selective procedure aimed at inviting top scoring artists to participate. While the contract has been awarded, it has not succeeded in fulfilling all required criteria, and the process aimed for completion within a two-year timeframe for project installation and artwork delivery. The contract values for the various Lots range between £250,000 and £400,000, with a focus on community benefits linked to the local economy and societal objectives.

This tender presents significant opportunities for creative businesses and individual artists looking to expand their portfolios and visibility through high-profile commissions. Businesses with expertise in artistic design, community engagement, and sustainable practices would be particularly well-placed to compete. The emphasis on conservation principles and innovations that honour Welsh legends offers a unique platform for those looking to enhance cultural tourism in Wales, making it an attractive opportunity for artists and companies focused on public art installations.

## Notice

Cadw, Welsh Government on behalf of the Welsh Ministers has announced a major competition to mark 2017's Year of Legends. Two commissions are available for artists to create internationally recognisable artworks, installed at Wales' iconic heritage sites. Following on from the success of the 2016 Year of Adventure, the Year of Legends campaign aims to raise the profile of Wales's tourism offer and attract even more visitors to Wales in 2017. Nature has shaped Wales as a country full of visual drama and splendour. From the beginnings of our earliest times people added a stories to our wonderful landscapes; built castles and fought wars; forged industry, communities and inspired innovation; moulded artistic and sporting heroes. Wales is a country steeped in history with a vibrant 21st century culture; and there's nowhere else in the world quite like it. Taking inspiration from this legacy we challenge artists to devise creative and inspirational ways to celebrate legendary Wales.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/005281-2021 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Mar 2021 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 16 Mar 2021 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| 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 | Unsuccessful |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Unsuccessful |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | WELSH GOVERNMENT |
| Locality | CARDIFF |
| Post town | Cardiff |
| Postcode | CF10 3NQ |
| Country | Wales |
| ITL 1 | TLL Wales |
| ITL 2 | TLL5 South East Wales |
| ITL 3 | TLL52 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan |
| Local authority | Cardiff |
| Electoral ward | Cathays |
| Westminster constituency | Cardiff South and Penarth |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

### Codes

- 92311000 - Works of art
- 92312000 - Artistic services
- 92312200 - Services provided by authors, composers, sculptors, entertainers and other individual artists

## Release History

- 16 Mar 2021 at 11:56 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/005281-2021

## Notice URLs

- http://wales.gov.uk/?skip=1&lang=en
- http://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA0007
- https://ted.europa.eu/udl?uri=TED:NOTICE:408537-2016:TEXT:EN:HTML

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