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title: "Creation of Moulds for Bespoke Play Sculptures for Bouverie Square, Folkestone"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05ec86"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "THE DISTRICT COUNCIL OF FOLKESTONE AND HYTHE"
published: "2025-12-02"
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# Creation of Moulds for Bespoke Play Sculptures for Bouverie Square, Folkestone

Buyer: THE DISTRICT COUNCIL OF FOLKESTONE AND HYTHE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05ec86

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## Summary

The District Council of Folkestone and Hythe recently completed a procurement process for the creation of moulds for bespoke play sculptures as part of the Folkestone - a Brighter Future Project, designed for Bouverie Square, Folkestone. The artistic venture is spearheaded by Creative Folkestone alongside Monster Chetwynd, an internationally acclaimed artist. This contract involves producing two fibreglass salamander sculptures with reusable moulds, and the sculptures will be displayed in Payers Park during the Triennial period from 25th July to 25th October 2025. The procurement was processed directly, below the threshold, and without competition, indicating a streamlined procedure typical of smaller-scale, specialised projects. The award was finalised and the contract became active as of 15th May 2025, with a completion date set for 1st September 2025. The process falls under the services category 'artistic and literary creation and interpretation services' and is located in the Folkestone area (UKJ44).

This opportunity highlights a significant pathway for industry players within the artistic and fabrication community, especially those specialising in creative and bespoke design services. The contract was awarded to M D M Props Limited, a small to medium-sized enterprise based in London, which signifies the potential for SMEs in this sector to secure specialised government contracts. Businesses with capabilities in sculpture creation, bespoke artistic installations, or those looking to engage with urban regeneration initiatives within local communities could find similar opportunities beneficial for growth. This tender also underscores the value provisioned by creative services in urban development and cultural projects at a local government level.

## Notice

Creative Folkestone are the creative partner for the Folkestone - a Brighter Future Project. The internationally acclaimed artist, Monster Chetwynd is designing a playpark for the new Bouverie Square. Salamanders are a key part of this design and her thinking that towns regenerate and salamanders regenerate themselves. This contract is for the production of two moulds that will then be used to cast two fibreglass, salamander sculptures. The commission involves the creation of reusable moulds with adjustable elements, fabrication of the steel base plates, colouring the casts, and delivery of the casts to Payers Park, Folkestone. These sculptures will be displayed in Payers Park during the Triennial period, July 25- October 25 enticing interest from the Press and encouraging excitement about the park and future of Folkestone. The same salamander sculptures will be moved to their new and permanent home in Bouverie Square in Nov 2026.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/078743-2025 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 2 Dec 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 14 May 2025 |
| Contract period | 26 May 2025 - 1 Sep 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £57,767 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE DISTRICT COUNCIL OF FOLKESTONE AND HYTHE |
| Locality | FOLKESTONE |
| Post town | Canterbury |
| Postcode | CT20 2QY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent |
| ITL 3 | TLJ44 East Kent |
| Local authority | Folkestone and Hythe |
| Electoral ward | Folkestone Central |
| Westminster constituency | Folkestone and Hythe |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | M D M PROPS LIMITED (COMPANIES REG NO. 05159455 |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

### Codes

- 92310000 - Artistic and literary creation and interpretation services

## Release History

- 2 Dec 2025 at 09:50 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/078743-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/078743-2025
  2nd December 2025 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.folkestone-hythe.gov.uk/council-transparency/procurement-information
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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