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Connecting Communities Project, Cow Lane, Didcot, Oxfordshire, Strand 2

South Oxfordshire District Council

Buyer Contact Info

Buyer Name: South Oxfordshire District Council

Buyer Address: Abbey House, Abbey Close, Abingdon, UKJ14, OX14 3JE, United Kingdom

Contact Email: procurement@southandvale.gov.uk

Status
active
Procedure
open
Value
37000.0 GBP
Gross: 44000 GBP
Published
19 May 2025, 14:00
Deadline
26 Jun 2025, 16:00
Contract Start
n/a
Contract End
n/a
Category
services
CPV
92310000 - Artistic and literary creation and interpretation services
Region
n/a
Awarded To
n/a
Official Source
Open Find a Tender

Description

Artists are invited to create and install innovative lighting artwork for the Cow Lane Underpass. This project aims to transform the underpass into a welcoming and uplifting route between Ladygrove and the railway station, fostering confidence in its use. The artwork should be inviolately powered, visually engaging, and reflect themes of transformation, the station's history, and local identity, character and landscapes. Informed by community consultation and workshops, the commissioned artist will identify key visual indicators that embed the railway's heritage, responding to the landscape, and helping implant a sense of ownership and community belonging, facilitating a safer space through positive imagery celebrating Didcot's rich heritage. The lighting artwork will redefine the space, making it an inspiring destination and landmark. To design, create and install lighting artworks that Animate the underpass space Enhance the visual appeal of the underpass, transforming it into a positive and engaging space. Celebrate the history and heritage of the railway in the community and local landscapes. Engage local community groups in the design and creation of the artwork. Create a lasting piece of public art that fosters community pride. Improving safety, especially for women and girls For the artwork to promote Increased accessibility, sustainable travel and improved community confidence and safety The artwork creates an enhanced arterial route to North Didcot's green spaces Enriches local identity, pride and sense of belonging Positive engagement with under-represented groups Develops a future legacy, creating tomorrow's heritage Work within the project budget of £37,000 to deliver community engagement, materials, artwork design, production and installation

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Opportunity Context

More Information Links

External Link: https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022731-2025

Link Description: Tender notice on Find a Tender

Lots

Lot 1 Status: active

Lot 1 Value: GBP 37,000

Lot 1 Value (Gross): GBP 44,000

Lot 1 Contract Start: 2025-07-16T00:00:00+01:00

Lot 1 Contract End: 2026-03-31T23:59:59+01:00

Lot 1 SME Suitable: Yes

Documents

Document Description: Tender notice on Find a Tender

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