Scope
Reference
CE069
Description
Test Valley Borough Council seeks an experienced public art consultant to oversee the delivery of a public art scheme for the new Riverside Park development, along Western Avenue in Andover, Hampshire, scheduled to open in Summer 2028. The commission incorporates a co-design phase to ensure the narrative and outcomes of the project are rooted in the local community and encourage a sense of belonging and ownership over the new public site. Desired outputs for the project include both permanent and temporary public art, with opportunities identified for integrated design features, sculpture, events and extension of the Andover Heritage Trail. The delivery timeline for this project in total is three years, from autumn 2025 to autumn 2028.
Total value (estimated)
- £160,000 excluding VAT
- £192,000 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 26 January 2026 to 31 October 2028
- 2 years, 9 months, 6 days
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 92310000 - Artistic and literary creation and interpretation services
Contract locations
- UKJ3 - Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Submission
Enquiry deadline
10 December 2025, 12:00pm
Tender submission deadline
16 December 2025, 12:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Award criteria
Quality 20% Process 10% Community Engagement 20% Design Development 20% Project Management 10% Budget 20%
Procedure
Procedure type
Below threshold - open competition
Contracting authority
Test Valley Borough Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PNBR-9184-HTQT
Beech Hurst, Weyhill Road,
Andover
SP10 3AJ
United Kingdom
Region: UKJ36 - Central Hampshire
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government