Website: https://artist.callforentry.org/festivals_unique_info.php?ID=6431
319-286-5115
Cedar Rapids, IA, Unknown
The City of Cedar Rapids, Iowa is requesting proposals for a public art installation to be located in the City of Cedar Rapids Convention Center and U.S. Cellular Center Complex. An enclosed glass room that protrudes over 1st Avenue NE, commonly referred to as “the Lantern,” has been selected by the VAC as the future location of a high-profile work of public art that will further the mission of the VAC by enhancing the vitality and identity of the community, thereby improving the quality of life of those who live in or visit Cedar Rapids.
Budget: $100,000
Eligibility: Professional artists over 18
Deadline: 09/05/2019 5:00 PM Central Time
Project Description
The proposed artwork must be site-specific, taking into account the site’s various elements. The artist must commit to the outlined time schedule associated with the project. The artist must be willing to sign an artist agreement with the City of Cedar Rapids at the time of being chosen as the artist. Artist must be able to provide proof of professional liability insurance. The artist must be willing to travel or submit additional information. The artist must be willing to engage with the selection committee to refine and design the final art piece. The artist must agree to payment within 30 day of delivery or secure a performance bond for the completion of the piece. The artist will negotiate a contract with the City of Cedar Rapids which identifies a payment schedule based upon agreed upon deliverables.
Artists are responsible for the installation of the art piece within the timeframe. The artist is responsible for assuring that the costs of installation including shipping, materials, lighting, lifts etc. are within the allotted $100,000 budget.
Artwork Goals
Artwork Location Description
The Lantern serves as the downtown view terminus to our community’s “main street,” 3rd Street SE, and thus is one of the most visible sites in Cedar Rapids.
Timeline
Selection Process
The RFQ is an opportunity for the artist to complete the application and demonstrate their desire and commitment to the project. While the artist will be required to work with the selection committee, the artist should state their desired approach to the project including suggested materials and lighting in the submission. Finalists will be chosen and asked to create a physical or digital model for review by the selection committee. After review, the selection committee will choose one artist to work with to complete the project.
The selected artist will meet with the selection committee via conference call, video call, or in person depending on the artist’s location, at least three times between being selected and the summer of 2020. During the meeting times the selection team will work with the artist to review and refine the artwork. The artist will provide progress updates of the design each week to review at the meeting.
Selection Criteria
The selection committee will show preference for artwork that utilizes programmable, kinetic, and colorful eco-friendly lighting.
What to Submit
Submitting a proposal does not guarantee the applicant to be awarded the project. All calls are subject to change in details including timeline, budget, and project teams prior to the final selection of an artist and a formal contract agreement. All incomplete applications will be disqualified. No additional materials may be submitted nor will they be accepted by mail, fax, or email. The City of Cedar Rapids is not responsible for applications not received through the CaFÉ website.
How to Submit
Submissions are ONLINE ONLY through the CaFE system. Any additional information submitted via email or mail will not be accepted.
QUESTIONS? Contact Eric Pate, 319-286-5115 or e.pate@cedar-rapids.org