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Fabrication of Sculptural Comets for Haigh Hall Woodlands by David Bethell

Awarded 31 May 2024

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Awarded31 May 2024

Value£35,500.00

SupplierDavid Bethell

AgencyWigan Council

RegionUnited Kingdom

CategoryArts & Culture

Ended 1y 5mo ago12mo term

Awarded 31 May 2024Expired 30 May 2025

About

Wigan Council awarded a contract to David Bethell for the off-site fabrication of four artist-designed sculptural comets as play features.

The comets were constructed of fire-resistant fibreglass and other materials specified by the artist.

A ROSPA safety inspection and health and safety appraisal were undertaken during construction and prior to final installation, with any design modifications incorporated before arrival on site.

The early commissioning ensured installation requirements could be fully described to tendering main works contractors and programme delays avoided on site.

The project supports the future vision for Haigh Hall woodlands to engage communities with land art, regenerative sculpture, and site-specific sculpture inspired by heritage and environment.

Following a bid to ACE, a successful project grant was agreed to match fund NLHF to build on initial project impact.

The contract value was £35,500.

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