Acquisition of Artwork

Description

The purchase of 22 unique pieces of artwork. The collection comprises unique artworks and studio ceramics of significant cultural and historic value, reflecting the distinctive artistic legacy of Dartington and the internationally significant network of artists, makers and thinkers associated with Dorothy and Leonard Elmhirst.

Key facts

Procedure

Direct award

Lots

1

Contact

procurement@plymouth.gov.uk

Contract period

11 Nov 2026 → 30 Nov 2026

Value incl. VAT

£957k

Category

goods

Awarded suppliers

• PHILLIPS AUCTIONEERS LIMITED · GB-COH-04228373 · UKI32, GB

Ground given for limiting competition

The buyer’s own stated reason for awarding without open competition, as published. Their assertion, not a finding.

Single Supplier- unique work of art The collection comprises unique artworks and studio ceramics of significant cultural and historic value, reflecting the distinctive artistic legacy of Dartington and the internationally significant network of artists, makers and thinkers associated with Dorothy and Leonard Elmhirst. Single Supplier- Exclusive Rights The acquisition can only be made through Phillips Auctioneers Limited, which has exclusive control over the sale of these specific artworks; there is therefore no reasonable alternative supplier through which the Council could acquire the items.