These were both on a list of opportunities I get-- not sure if my readers would be interested, but better safe than sorry!
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1) City of Glendale Downtown Parking Structure
The City of Glendale AZ announces a public art opportunity for a qualified artist or artist team to design, fabricate and install artwork for a parking structure in downtown Glendale. The Glendale Arts Commission and the Economic Development Department support this public art project cooperatively. Click here to download the RFQ.
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2) Pinellas County Cultural Affairs Department - Call to Artists
Request for Qualifications
Project Title: Artist Designed/Fabricated Passenger Shelter
Budget: $50,000
Deadline for Submission: August 1, 2007 (Postmark Date)The Sembler Company under the guidance of the Pinellas County Arts Council is issuing an open Call-to-Artists. Artists are invited to submit qualifications for competing for a passenger shelter design to be located in the City of Seminole, Florida.
PROJECT BACKGROUND
Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority (PSTA), the City of Seminole and The Sembler Company are stakeholders in this joint venture public art commission. The project aims to enhance the public transportation system, as well as, the City of Seminole, by infusing artistic ingenuity and inspiration into the design and fabrication of a passenger shelter. If successful, this project has the potential to expand to include passenger shelters at upcoming sites related to future development projects.
ARTWORK COMMISSION
An artist is sought to design, fabricate, and install a passenger shelter as a component of a larger shopping center project which is currently under construction. The passenger shelter design should take into consideration the architecture of the shopping center, be fully accessible (comply with standards set by the Americans with Disabilities Act–ADA), have solar lighting, and include a bike rack and sheltered seating. As the new passenger shelter will replace an existing shelter, the design should take into account the existing concrete foundation (approximately 9’0” x 8’7”). The shelter must be constructed to meet all applicable Florida building codes—such as wind load requirements (reference , Section 1609, Wind Loads,), as well as local (County and/or City of Seminole) permitting requirements.
Proposed designs should serve as functional shelters for PSTA riders, as well as, quality works of public art. Designs are not limited to a specific theme. Consideration for the architectural design of the new shopping center as well as the project site will be a factor in evaluating proposals. Shelters must be able to hold a minimum of 3 people as well as a 30” x 48” wheelchair clear space, and be responsive to ADA requirements.
Within the shelter, there is a need for a space to mount a 36” x 48” panel that will include a map and bus schedule information. PSTA will supply and install this panel.
This is the first passenger shelter using public art in Pinellas County. There are two additional bus stops in the same area that are under consideration for artist designed passenger shelters. It is possible that this initial passenger shelter commission will lead into additional commissions.
PROJECT GOALS
The following project goals will help guide the selection of the commissioned artwork:
1. Promotes the City of Seminole and the PSTA transit system.
2. Shelter is of an original, site-specific design.
3. Shelter is fabricated in a safe, durable, low maintenance material that will withstand direct contact with the public and the harsh outdoor Florida environment (sun, humidity, salt, and wind load).
4. Shelter is complementary to the overall design theme of the shopping center and the surrounding environment.
5. Shelter includes solar lighting, bike rack and seating (minimum of 3 regular seats and one wheelchair area).
6. Shelter has strong public appeal and does not contain controversial subject matter.
7. Shelter meets or exceeds all relevant Florida building code, wind load and local permitting requirements.
ARTIST ELIGIBILITY
This request for qualifications is open to all artists or artist-teams that can demonstrate a level of experience and professionalism that is commensurate with this project’s scope and budget.
ART BUDGET
The artwork budget for this project is $50,000. There will be an existing concrete slab platform to anchor the passenger shelter. The artwork budget is a set amount and must cover all costs associated with the artwork, including: design, Florida sealed engineering drawings, production, transport, installation, site preparation, travel expenses, permits, identification plaque, taxes and any insurance, as required.
PROJECT TIME-LINE: (approximate)
Deadline for Submissions August 1, 2007
Presentations by Finalists October 2007
Board Reviews November 2007
Contract with Artist December 2007
It is hoped that this project will be completed in a 6-7 month period. Specific schedules for completing projects will be negotiated.
SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS
To be considered, the following items must be delivered to The Sembler Company office no later than 4:30 PM, August 1, 2007, OR postmarked August 1, 2007.
Note: Staple or paper clip 10 sets of items 1, 2, and 3 (in this order) as described below.
1) Artist’s Statement of Interest (one-page maximum)—10 copies. A brief statement that outlines the direction the artist proposes for this project. Please include any background information that highlights the artist’s qualifications and ability to complete this project.
2) Resume—10 copies. A current artist’s resume; placing emphasis on art projects that most relate to this commission. Please include budget amount for all projects and indicate team member role, if project is a design collaboration.
3) An Annotated Visual Image Identification Sheet—10 copies. A typewritten visual image identification list that includes: title of work, medium, dimensions, date completed, project budget and a brief description of the artwork (if necessary). Please use large fonts since these will be referenced while viewing CD images; include artist’s name, address and telephone number on this sheet
4) Reference List—1 copy. Name, address and telephone numbers of three references (do not ask anyone to send a letter of reference).
5) CD images—up to ten (10) digital images. Images must be in jpeg file format not to exceed 1.8 megabyte. Images must be scanned at no less than 300 dpi and no greater than 600 dpi. The files should be named on the disc with name and corresponding number as listed on a separate visual image identification sheet. Discs not meeting these requirements will not be eligible for review. These images should be indicative of the type of work that would be appropriate for this project.
PLEASE NOTE:
Incomplete or late submissions will be eliminated from the review process. Please staple or paper clip above items 1, 2, and 3 (in this order) into 10 packets for distribution to members of the Selection Panel–do not use plastic binders, notebooks or materials other than those requested (no artist’s reviews or catalogs). Do not send original artwork. Although every effort will be made to insure the safe handling of submitted material, The Sembler Company will not be responsible for any loss or damage. Please note: application material and CD’s will not be returned.
SUBMIT APPLICATIONS TO:
Amber Overby
The Sembler Company
5858 Central Avenue
St. Petersburg, FL 33707
SELECTION PROCESS
The Artist Selection Panel will review all material and will select approximately three finalists for final review. Finalists will be invited to submit, in person, proposals that include a more detailed, estimated, project budget. Honorariums of $1,200 per artist/artist teams will be available to finalists that prepare proposals. Artist honorariums include all travel costs associated with making a presentation.
The Artist Selection Panel will include a minimum of seven voting members, including one member of the Public Art and Design Committee, two artists or arts professionals (designer, curator, collector, public art administrator, etc.), one representative from PSTA, one representative from The Sembler Company, one representative from the City of Seminole and one community representative. The Artist Selection Panel may also include one or more non-voting advisors deemed appropriate by the Public Art and Design Committee or the Cultural Affairs staff.
After finalists’ interviews, the Selection Panel’s recommendation will be forwarded to the Public Art Committee and the Cultural Council for approval, prior to an award of a contract. Upon approval, a contract with the artist (artist team) will be arranged between the artist and The Sembler Company.
All applicants will be notified about the outcome of their submissions. Please do not call or e-mail for an update on the status of the submission, after the submission due date.
For more information contact Amber Overby at (727) 384-6000 ext. 3049 or email: amberoverby@sembler.com.
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