Scope
Reference
C-000192
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
Contract 1. Contract to Design, Create and Install Lighting Artwork For the Connecting Communities Project at Cow Lane, Didcot
Supplier
Contract value
- £34,484 excluding VAT
- £41,380.80 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Date signed
30 July 2025
Contract dates
- 30 July 2025 to 31 December 2025
- 5 months, 2 days
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 92310000 - Artistic and literary creation and interpretation services
Contract locations
- UKJ14 - Oxfordshire
Procedure
Procedure type
Below threshold - open competition
Supplier
PIXEL PUPPETS LTD
70-71 Cornish Place, Cornish Street
Sheffield
S6 3AF
United Kingdom
Email: hello@pixelpuppets.co
Region: UKE32 - Sheffield
Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): Yes
Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No
Contract 1. Contract to Design, Create and Install Lighting Artwork For the Connecting Communities Project at Cow Lane, Didcot
Contracting authority
South Oxfordshire District Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PRWZ-2743-VQTG
Abbey House, Abbey Close
Abingdon
OX14 3JE
United Kingdom
Region: UKJ14 - Oxfordshire
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government