Scope
Description
Leeds City Council (‘The Council’), is looking to commission an artist or artist collective to deliver 3 site-specific public art projects in Morley. The Council, in partnership with Morley Town Council, is working to improve routes to the railway station for pedestrians, to encourage active travel. The objective of the mural project is to improve the visual experience of pedestrians, local residents and people visiting Morley.
To support this project, the Council would like to seek information from local artists regarding this potential procurement exercise. You are therefore invited to consider the requirements detailed in this document and complete the attached questionnaire to give us your feedback on the proposed approach.
We are seeking an artist or artist collective to deliver 3 placemaking site-specific public art projects.
The projects include a large mural on the side elevation of a block of 3 story flats, Hull Street/Ackroyd Street, Morley. The second mural location is not secured but this will be smaller and located on the side of a building on the route to the railway station. The third part of the project involves painting five traffic signal boxes.
The artwork should be original and reflect the unique heritage and contemporary identity of Morley.
Total value (estimated)
- £50,000 excluding VAT
- £60,000 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 June 2026 to 30 June 2026
- 1 month
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 92312000 - Artistic services
Contract locations
- UK - United Kingdom
Engagement
Engagement deadline
5 March 2026
Engagement process description
We are seeking an artist or artist collective to deliver 3 placemaking site-specific public art projects.
The projects include a large mural on the side elevation of a block of 3 story flats, Hull Street/Ackroyd Street, Morley. The second mural location is not secured but this will be smaller and located on the side of a building on the route to the railway station. The third part of the project involves painting five traffic signal boxes.
The artwork should be original and reflect the unique heritage and contemporary identity of Morley.
Local Priority and Fair Competition
• Local Definition: Priority will be given to artists living or working within the Morley South and North Wards and who demonstrate a strong connection to the immediate local area.
• Open Call: While local artists are prioritised, the call is open to all to ensure a high standard of creative competition.
Please see PME document for full engagement details,
Participation
Particular suitability
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Submission
Publication date of tender notice (estimated)
24 March 2026
Contracting authority
Leeds City Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PJYG-6658-PPMY
Civic Hall, Calverley Street
Leeds
LS1 1UR
United Kingdom
Contact name: Simon Thorpe
Email: simon.thorpe@leeds.gov.uk
Region: UKE42 - Leeds
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government