Website: https://www.ju.edu/roundaboutart/
Jacksonville, FL, Unknown
Jacksonville University and the Cultural Council of Greater Jacksonville seek an artist or artist team to design, fabricate, and install a large scale, dynamic, site-specific artwork for a newly constructed roundabout. Located at the intersection of University Boulevard and Merrill Road in Jacksonville, Florida, also the location of the main entrance to the JU campus, the primary goal of this roundabout public art piece is to serve as a landmark for the Arlington neighborhood.
Budget: $225,000 (all-inclusive)
Eligibility: Professional artist or artist team residing in the United States
Deadline: September 30, 2018, 11:59 p.m.
Site Information
The community of Arlington is a historic area of Jacksonville that seeks to enhance its livability, business environment, and infrastructure through the Renew Arlington initiative. Renew Arlington encompasses Economic Development, Community Engagement, and Neighborhood/Infrastructure Enhancement as part of this community renaissance. A key element of this initiative is the Complete Streets Program that enables safe, convenient, and comfortable travel and access for users of all ages and abilities regardless of their mode of transportation. Complete Streets for Arlington includes upgrades to the University Boulevard and Merrill Road corridors. The creation of the roundabout alters the traffic flow for both safety and aesthetics.
Design Criteria
The artwork site will not be accessible to pedestrians; therefore, the work should be conceived for viewing distances of 15+ feet as it must be fully contained within the roundabout. Although no minimum height is designated, the Selection Panel will be looking for works with a certain amount of monumentality so that the work can be seen from approaching distances. The project must incorporate an appropriate supporting base/pedestal as well as any plans for landscaping and/or lighting as part of the design and fabrication budget. Electrical power will be available on site; however, all power specifications must be approved by the roundabout engineers. Water is not available at the site and should not be incorporated in the design. Creating a work that is easy to maintain and requires minimal maintenance is an important aspect and will be considered by the Selection Panel. Below are specific criteria for the roundabout art:
Selection Process
From this open call (RFQ) process, a Selection Panel comprised of public art professionals, artists, and community stakeholders will make initial selections. Up to six (6) finalists/teams will be invited to conduct an in person/Skype interview; up to three (3) of these finalists/teams may be offered up to $1,500 and airfare (along with hotel and other direct cost expenses) to make a formal proposal to the Selection Panel and meet with city officials and members of the community. References will be requested for finalists/teams. A final candidate/team will be recommended to the Cultural Council and JU. Final design of the project must comply with Florida Department of Transportation standards and requirements.
The Selection Panel may decide to reopen the Call, pending review of the submissions, proposals, or interviews.
Selection Criteria
Projected Timeline
Application Requirements
The following documents are required; no other formats will be accepted (submissions will not be returned):
How to Apply
Send above materials via email to roundaboutart@ju.edu, to arrive no later than 11:59 p.m. on September 30, 2018.
QUESTIONS? Contact Jacksonville University at roundaboutart@ju.edu.