Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13ccd-7da0-7093-8182-a50b4736613f/maidstone-sculpture-trail-public-art-project closed GB open procedure Suitable for SMEs # Maidstone Sculpture Trail - Public Art Project [Maidstone Borough Council](https://tendernation.io/buyers/maidstone-borough-council) Estimated value Not stated Published 17 Mar 2023 Deadline Closed 21 Apr 2023 ## Who can bid - Buyer says suitable for SMEs The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid. - Open procedure Anyone can submit a full tender; there is no shortlisting stage. [More contracts for small businesses and VCSEs](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/for-small-businesses) ## About this tender 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 [kentbusinessportal.org.uk](https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk). Read full description ## CPV classification Works of art Source Contracts Finder (UK) [View official notice](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/dc65fbde-da4c-4857-b3e1-3c0c2e0fd7d4) Never miss a tender like this again Get AI summaries, deadline alerts and a bid pipeline for tenders matched to your business. Free to start. 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