Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13ccf-7ecb-737b-9997-83cc67aef77c/rbgkew1134-kew-summer-festival-artwork-2023 awarded GB open procedure Suitable for SMEs # RBGKEW1134 - Kew Summer Festival Artwork 2023 [Board of Trustees of the Royal Botanic Gardens Kew](https://tendernation.io/buyers/board-of-trustees-of-the-royal-botanic-gardens-kew) Often single bidder Estimated value £15,000 to £20,000 Published 1 Dec 2022 Deadline Closed 9 Jan 2023 ## Who can bid - Buyer says suitable for SMEs The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid. - Buyer says suitable for VCSEs The buyer ticked “suitable for voluntary, community and social enterprises” on the notice. - Small contract value Valued under £135,018 including VAT, the lowest Procurement Act threshold for goods and services. - 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 In 2023 Kew will invite 100 inspiring individuals from across arts and culture to share their 'voices' inspiring visitors to connect with nature through their visit to Kew Gardens - one of the most biodiverse places on the planet. This will form the basis of Kew's Summer Programme, which will run from 27 May - 3 September 2023. The commission will be to bring these words to life physically at Kew Gardens, creating a 'must-see' cultural attraction that will be intriguing, joyous and inspirational to Kew's visitors. Each individual message will be written content and will be displayed in a physical medium, for example as flags, plinths, billboards etc, which will be referred to as the 'Voices'. There will also be one central physical structure which we refer to as 'Central Hub' for the programme, where visitors can learn more about the messages and the people who have written them. This physical space will be located close to Victoria Gate, the busiest visitor entrance to Kew Gardens. It may sometimes be staffed, and there will be additional programme content based in this central space (additional written content, possibly film/audio, temporary site for small events, start/end point for guided walks etc). These two elements of the programme must create a real visual spectacle in the Gardens, that will entice visitors to explore and learn more. We are seeking a creative lead (individual or a practice) to develop the design and display of the 'Voices' and 'Central hub' ### Follow these steps to apply • Go to [defra.bravosolution.co.uk/web/login.html](https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk/web/login.html) • Click on 'view Current Opportunities' • Scroll the list to locate 'RBGKEW1134 - Kew Summer Festival Artwork 2023' • Click on the title • Follow the instructions to register and obtain the tender documents Read full description ## CPV classification Artistic services Source Contracts Finder (UK) [View official notice](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/e8fee4d1-6cf3-412d-a183-0c7f869a1b87) 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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