ALLERDALE Council is appealing for quotations to evaluate the cultural activity in one of its towns. The authority is seeking quotations for a Cultural Mapping exercise of Maryport to scope and evaluate the town s cultural activity and produce a report. The aim is to gain a better understanding of the town s socio-economic and cultural history and the cultural sector, taking into account potential funding opportunities. The contract - which will last for about three months - has an estimated value of £8,000. Firms have until February 26 to express their interest. Further details are available upon registration of interest. The contract is estimated to start on March 8 and end on May 28.