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ProposalsMeridian I Commission Call for Artists - RFQ + RFP Meridian Split Corridor Phase 2 Public Art Project OVERVIEW: The Meridian Split Corridor Phase 2 Public Art Project intends to create vitality and a sense of place by placing engaging works of art on two parcels bookending the City of Meridian downtown core, in conjunction with the Ada County Highway District (ACHD)'s Meridian Split Corridor Phase 2 (MSC2) roadway project. This Call for Artists is a two stage process. The first stage is a request for qualifications (RFQ), in which the Meridian Arts Commission (MAC) invites artists to submit general qualifications for the design, fabrication, and installation of public art. The second stage is a request for proposals (RFP), in which up to three (3) qualified finalists will be invited to submit proposals for the MSC2 Public Art Project. LOCATIONS: There are two locations designated for public art - the first on the southwest corner of Ada and Main Streets, and the second on the southeast corner of Main Street and Fairview Avenue. The attached schematics illustrate parcel locations and dimensions. PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The artwork must promote environmental responsibility and sustainability, particularly as to recycling efforts and wise use of energy and other resources, and should incorporate recycled, reused or repurposed materials. The artwork should also take into account Meridian's history, character, and values, as well as existing aesthetic improvements along Main Street. The artwork must be appropriate for the project site, and its design, regardless of material or medium, may not create an unsafe distraction to vehicular traffic. The artwork must be located a safe distance from curbs and roadways and must conform to all applicable City and ACHD ordinances and policies, including building and sign codes. Please note that while the north site may be accessed by pedestrians, the south site has no sidewalks, and is not intended to be accessed by pedestrians; the artwork at the south site should be of an appropriate scale and design to be appreciated by moving vehicular traffic. Limited water and electrical utilities are planned for both sites. The City of Meridian will collaborate with the selected artist to design landscaping of the sites that will compliment the artwork. ELIGIBILITY: Artists who are eighteen (18) years or older and living full time in Idaho or a state contiguous to Idaho (Washington, Oregon, Nevada, Utah, Wyoming, or Montana) are eligible to respond. This project is open to applicants regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, or disability. Teams of artists, designers, and/or engineers are welcome to apply. Incomplete, ineligible, or late submissions will be deemed ineligible and will not be considered. BUDGET: A budgeted amount of $75,000 is currently available for the selected artist's commission, which amount includes materials, fabrication, and installation. The final budget may be higher. PROCESS: The evaluation and selection process will generally occur as follows; dates are subject to change as may be necessary due to scheduling issues or other circumstances. Call for Artists - Meridian Split Corridor Phase 2 Public Art Project Page 1 of 6 RFQ open. To be considered for this project, eligible artists must submit the following materials to MAC by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, February 1, 2013: a. One-page cover letter including current contact information and references; b. Resume, no more than two pages in length; c. Ten (10) digital images (200 dpi; .jpg format) representative of artist's work on CD, DVD, or thumb drive; and d. Image catalog, including titles, dimensions, media, and dates of originals. Materials submitted will not be returned; do NOT submit original artwork. The City of Meridian is a public agency: any information submitted is subject to release to the public as required by Idaho Public Records Law. 2. Finalists selected. By Friday, February 8, 2013, the Selection Panel will convene and evaluate all responses to the RFQ. Following evaluation, the Selection Panel may select up to three finalists, or may re -open the RFQ. Selection criteria will include: a. Artistic quality of work represented in images; b. Appropriateness of experience/expertise for proposed project sites; and c. Professionalism and artistic experience represented in resume. The Selection Panel may include representatives from MAC, ACRD, City elected officials and staff, Meridian Development Corporation, and business and residential communities, as well as arts professionals. RFP open to finalists. The selected finalists will be invited to prepare proposals in response to this RFP. A stipend of $1,000 for preparation of the proposal will be available to each finalist upon execution of a written agreement with the City and submission of a completed W-9 form. To respond to the RFP, finalists must submit all of the following materials to MAC by 5:00 p.m. on Monday, May 13, 2013: a. Narrative; b. Budget; c. Drawing or model in a professional format suitable for public viewing; and d. Material samples. 4. Preliminary evaluation of proposals. By Friday, May 17, 2013, the Selection Panel will convene to conduct a preliminary evaluation of the finalists' responses to the RFP. Following this evaluation, the Selection Panel may forward the proposals for public input, or may recommend that the RFQ or RFP be reopened. Preliminary evaluation criteria will include: a. Quality of proposal; b. Appropriateness and safety of proposed artwork for project site(s); c. Incorporation of recycled, reused or repurposed materials; d. Reflection of Meridian's commitment to environmental responsibility and sustainability; e. Consistency with Meridian's history, character, and values; f. Consistency with existing aesthetic improvements along Main Street; and g. Contribution to aesthetic and cultural vitality and sense of place. 5. Public input collected. As determined by the Selection Panel, the finalists' proposals will be put on public view and comments will be collected at locations in the Meridian community from Monday, May 20 to Friday, June 21, 2013. Call for Artists - Meridian Split Corridor Phase 2 Public Art Project Page 2 of 6 Final evaluation of proposals; artist selected. By Friday, June 28, 2013, the Selection Panel will convene to make its final evaluation of all responses to the RFP. Following evaluation, the Selection Panel may recommend selection of one proposal, or that the RFQ or RFP be reopened. Evaluation criteria will include the criteria set forth above, as well as public input submitted regarding the proposals. The Selection Panel will forward its recommendation to MAC for consideration on Thursday, July 11, 2013. MAC may accept or modify such recommendation and forward its recommendation to Meridian City Council. Meridian City Council will consider such recommendation in making the final decision on Tuesday, July 16, 2013. Selected artist(s) and finalists not selected will be notified of the decision by Friday, July 19, 2013. 7. Selected proposal installed. Following selection, the selected Artist will fabricate and install the artwork, in accordance with a written agreement with the City, and with the project's final budget and timeline. A budgeted amount of $75,000 is currently available for the selected artist's commission, which amount includes the cost of engineering, materials, fabrication, and installation of the artwork. The final budget may be higher. PROJECT TIMELINE: December 12, 2012 Call to Artists (RFQ/RFP) issued February 1, 2013, 5:00 p.m. Deadline for submission of responses to RFQ By February 8, 2013 Selection Panel evaluates RFQ responses, selects finalists February 11, 2013 Finalists notified, invited to respond to RFP February 20, 2013, 5:00 p.m. Deadline for finalists' signed agreement with City and W-9 form May 13, 2013, 5:00 p.m. Deadline for submission of finalists' proposals By May 17, 2013 Selection Panel preliminary evaluation of finalists' proposals May 20—June 21, 2013 Public input regarding finalists' proposals By June 28, 2013 Selection Panel final evaluation, recommendation on proposals July 11, 2013 Selection Panel report to MAC; MAC decision/ recommendation July 16, 2013 MAC recommendation to City Council; City Council final decision By July 19, 2013 Selected artist and not -selected finalists notified of decision July 31, 2013, 5:00 p.m. Deadline for selected artist's signed agreement with City August 2013—May 2014 (approx.)Fabrication May 2014 (approx.) Installation This timeline is subject to change. Submitted materials must be physically received by MAC, at the address below, by 5:00 p.m., on specified deadlines. Responses that are postmarked or en route, but not received, by specified deadlines will be considered late and will not be considered. Artists will receive all notification by letter sent via U.S. Mail. CONTACT: Mail or deliver applications to Questions, via e-mail: Thank you for your interest! Meridian Arts Commission Attn: Emily Kane 33 E. Broadway Avenue, Suite 308 Meridian, Idaho 83462 Emily Kane ekane@meridiancity.org Call for Artists - Meridian Split Corridor Phase 2 Public Art Project Page 3 of 6 _ W cxtam Ltu+t - c�EFLA�l�" �1--� � Lata4co! q L1 -AI 4ry� 11' Public Art Location NarthboundTrafflc Southbound Tnaffic Iry Nate: ikres do not indicate actuof road widths of alignment impacts to Ptverw- Call for Artists - Meridian Split Corridor Phase 2 Public Art Project Page 4 of 6 Call for Artists - Meridian Split Corridor Phase 2 Public Art Project Page 5 of 6 Call for Artists - Meridian Split Corridor Phase 2 Public Art Project Page 6 of 6 Joseph Castle & Marty Lyon a E� U -nu m a - m � rrriii v W � � L •p b N CIO . . . i1.1I a i y 0. a s t u is J f F- i Itl 11 l 'in- CASTLE SCULPTURE, LLC Joseph L. Castle, III F SI Meridian Arts Commission Attn: Emily Dane 33 E. Broadway Avenue Suite 308 Meridian, Idaho 83462 May 13, 2013 RE: Meridian Split Corridor Public Art Project Dear Selection Committee: Thank you for selecting us as a finalist. It is with great pride that the team of Castle/Lyon is presenting our design for the Meridian Split Corridor Public Art Project. We have approached this site in a balanced way. The driving force for the design of this project was to honor Meridian's history in a mindful yet aesthetically pleasing way. The railroads helped define the west including Meridian. The Union Pacific to this day still runs track through Meridian. To celebrate this we have incorporated railroad ties, railroad rail and crushed stone throughout these sites. The wire rope that progresses up the sculpture speaks to Meridian's namesake and gives a sense of overflowing water symbolizing the irrigation obstacles that the early settlers had to endure as they turned this and land into fertile land. If selected we propose to engineer, fabricate and build our sculpture and the railroad tie base at both the North and South entries of Main Street for the total budget of $95,000. Additionally, per our recent discussion with Parks and Recreation we were informed that an additional $75,000 is available for landscaping, which is represented in our proposal. We believe that the strength of our design is that the landscape supports the sculpture and conversely the sculpture does the same for the landscape. Additionally, if funds are available, we recommend that recycled glass be used as shown on the model and brochure. Our vendors for this project have a long history of service in Idaho. They are: D-Swaner welders, Clarkes Concrete and Boise Rigging. We hope you are as excited about our design proposal as we are, and we would be willing to discuss it with you at any time. Sincerely yours, Castle and Marty Lyon 0 CASTLE SCULPTURE, LLC Meridian Split Corridor Public Art Proposal Budget Submitted by: Joseph Castle, Artist Marty Lyon, Lyon Landscape Architects Boise L/Swanex welders s2u,000.UU Crane/Operator $3,500.00 Railroad Ties $8,000.00 Concrete/Fabrication $8,000.00 Engineer $1,500.00 Building Permit $400.00 Lighting $6,000.00 _ Labor/Lodging and Transportation $5,000.00 Total:I $60,000.00 A. �A ✓Y. \ ], � � � \\\� \ � � .-V \W' �'1 / � //p`' biography/statement J panels ......... JtAvelr() II Qeha metal • enarnel artist My passion for the ancient and unique art form of vitreous enamel (glass fused to metal) has led me down a path to the creation of professional art. I received a Masters degree at Boise State and began committing every spare moment incorporating enamel to hand - forged, welded copper and steel sculpture_ As my skill grew, so did the scale and range of my work. In 2009, i resigned from my twelve-year art teaching career and established a large studio space to facilitate my dream of full-time commission metal sculpture. I have greatly expanded my client base, range of work and geography since that time. I have been extremely committed to educating the public about art — the grand diary of the human experience, reflecting the values and visions of the people of that time and place. I am also acutely aware of the importance of public art's responsibility of promoting positive community growth in an ever-changing modern world. Growing up in Boise, I have experi- enced the city's desire to maintain a culturally alive, environmentally conscious and outdoor adventure -seeking community, while maintaining its core family values during incredible fiscal shifts. My medium is not only ideal for presenting these messages to the public because of its realistic and abstract capabilities, but also its captivating beauty; engaging the public in wonder. Glass enamel is exceptionally durable, withstanding the elements while retaining its color and luminescence. I truly feel my work parallels the city's message. I honor the past with my ancient medium while making it relevant to modern times. I am fully able to provide all services required to work with and meet the needs and vision of the City of Meridian. FireFusion Studio, now located in a 3,000 sq. ft. warehouse in Garden City, is equipped with the largest 3-dimensional enameling kiln in the Northwest. I can provide all the expertise, imagination, talent, reliability, personnel, equipment, materi- als, and maintenance needed for the design, fabrication, and installation of your public art. �A Meridian Split Corridor Phase Z Pubic Art Proposal Concept My recent conversations with local business owners and community members concerning the two sculp- tures being created and installed in Meridian has given me valuable insight into what is really important to them. They shared a desire to honor the history of Meridian while embracing a progressive, modern worldview. It was also stressed that the significance of family, sustainability and a goal for downtown's new development will be declared as a central point of a culturally -alive destination city which has its own identity and signature. A "meridian" is a circle of constant longitude passing through a given place on the earth's surface and the terrestrial poles. It is also a point or period of highest development, greatest prosperity, splendor, vigor and success in a person's life. I was so captivated by the meaning that I thought about using circles in the sculptures. Meridian is soon to be the second largest city in Idaho with its highest point of growth and is located on the center circle of the Earth. Wedding bands, the recycle logo and the cycle of life are all sym- bolized by a closed loop. I see the circle as a great symbol for the city, giving a visual feeling that the com- munity is connected — people encircled together sharing common interests and goals. Meridian has a history of pioneers engaging in backbreaking physical labor — digging miles of canals when they had no knowledge of gravity flow irrigation; building the dairy and farming industry; and main- taining the railway, the main transportation to other neighboring towns. I visualized an image of hard-working hands creating the city. The first sculpture is to be positioned at Main Street and Fairview Avenue emphasizes this idea of building a community from hard work with two large hands emerging from the ground, embracing the world. The arms and part of the hands will be created using recycled ibeams and square and rectangular hollow steel tubes. Within the world, a flower opens, representing growth and renewal, and a bird soars high above symbolizing the prosperity and limitless potential of the city. The words "Meridian" and "The Center" will be cut out and floated around the middle of the floral globe, The second sculpture at Main and Ada Streets focuses on a dancing, playful family encircled by a ring with the Meridian star shining its light down on them.. Relief sculptures are attached to the circle depicting images of the city's history, character and values. The recycle element of this sculpture will be incorporated into the relief sculptures and the base,. I intend on inviting the public to contribute antique farm, dairy and railroad equipment that will be out, welded and included with my main relief images. I believe the community will feel a sense of ownership to see their items used in this manner. The sculpture's base is made of railroad ties symbolizing the city's connection to areas outside the local com- munity and the commitment to a global view. The two sculptures combine modern, abstract and realistic elements using recycled copper flashing, hand forged and welded 18 gauge copper sheet, recycled steel tubing and sheet steel, barn wood,railroad ties, colorful glass enamel and antique metal elements. The sculptures will be approximately 15-20 feet tall. Lighting Considerations Sculpture 1 - The hands will be lighted by ground level spot lights positioned up at the sculpture sur- rounding the base. Electrical will run up inside the pole to light the center sphere of the global flower and the top of the bird. Sculpture 2 - The two hollow rings will have electrical run inside them to recessed lighting that will light up the figures and the star. The filigree cones at the top of the sculpture will have recessed lighting in each of them as well. Additional spots lights on ground level will also be needed. Projected Timeline— the timeline stated in the service agreement states that the sculptures are to be installed in May 2014. 1 will have no problem meeting this requirement and will do all I can to install earlier. E5ti.nated budget - material costs - ( approximate costs depending on the amount and type of recycled materials obtained and the final size calculations of the sculptures) $25,000 labor costs - 60,000 shipping -. $1,000 installation / electrical costs - $9,000 ' 'y �' r f C.J. Rench 0` c c N 3« = v o- orvY°rn w—mE vo3� m E v Y -o- Evi a `w �/ \ U v R R c � N CL S z V Ul —g E v Z m N4�, '° TJ R d V c c N 3« = v orvY°rn w—mE vo3� m E v Y -o- Evi a c 0 > N .R G U Y U v R R c N CL yRj z N v E R Ul —g E v ' Y � �_ m N4�, '° TJ R d C pJ R Ul c 0 ; O Irr jp �° Q'yr R O G '6 N= Ol �'o Ul R O R N C 7 C; n . jT Cf, R +�+'4 O 3 G ,+_' m O V W "O d N 'O 1 W 3 A '" c N U� Y E` > m E m a Y m a' 0 « m c ria « °' c 0 bv> 10 r c v°i .1' v d v N G v C y >. .L. O F c 0 a s •� a q u E E fl. 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They are full of history and of new promises, "Under the Sun and Dreaming" captures Meridians past and present, the abstract elements within the sculpture - birds of prey, open skies, orchards, recreation, abundant sun, and a strong connection to natural resources are easily recognizable, playful in natureand visually balanced. "Under the Sun and Dreaming draws on not only the historical past but also the cultural present and invites viewers to re -visit in their own imaginations what Meridian is, was and will can become. Forms, Color & Meaning; "Under the Sun and Dreaming" will be a twenty -seven -piece monumental stainless steel sculpture standing thirteen feet tall and twenty feet wide. Borrowing from Meridians past and present, the abstract elements within the sculpture - birds of prey, open skies, orchards,recreation; abundant sun, and a strong connection to natural resources are easily recognizable and playful in nature. The colors will be the reflections of the natural surroundings and light of the day off the textured stainless steel. Project Details: Sustainability ./ recycling: Indirectly the sculpture touches on the themes. of sustainability and recycling by highlighting all the wonderful natural elements of the area; thus reminding:the viewer of the importance of maintaining our natural resources. With recycling tieing a key element of the Meridian project, combine with our commitment to sustainability, we will use aminimum of 10% and up to 30% recycled stainless steel to complete the fabrication of the sculpture. Materials Stainless steel is the chosen material for "Under the Sun and Dreaming" for ies timeless artistic quality, it's maintenance free aspect and it's proven record in public sculpture. We will use a minimum of 100/6 and up to 30% recycled stainless steel to complete the fabrication of the sculpture: 8 12 & 16 Gauge Stainless steel. o Internal engineering forms stainless & mild steel TBD. 0 If Kinetic movement is executed it will be done with thrust bearings-. Construction: • All forms will be constructed out of stainless steel in hollow form manner with internal supports for engineering. • The mounting will be a slip-on mount (via a hoist) with all the mounting hard -wear hidden from view once the installation is completed. • All fabrication done in CJRDesign Hood River studio. Finish: • Each form will be textured to follow the lines of the forms. Thus creating various textures and movement in the sculpture. • At CJRDesign if color is used we use a two-part hi polymer epoxy finish. This is the only way we can have confidence in the longevity and UV resistance of our works. We pride ourselves on providing our customers long term maintenance free works of art! Approximate Size / Weight: The sculpture will be approximately 13' feet tall and 20'+ feet wide with the thickness of the forms ranging from 18" to 26"inches. Approximate weight 42000 lbs total. Location: Taking a long look at both the North and South sites that are available for placement of art. I decided to focus on the main entrance, the South site, for a few reasons. One, the North site would not have the overall "Wow" impact or be viewable from multiple sides as the South site will have. Second, a sculpture designed at the proper scale to fit the North site will certainly create a visual barrier and a distraction to the drivers. Finally the orientation to the sun at the North site also leaves a sculpture continually back lit and unfortunately the best view from the neighboring parking lot. • Looking at the site and potential I feel it is more important to place a monumental iconic sculpture that can spotlight the arts and culture of _Meridian and continue to introduce visitors and locals alike to all that Meridian has to offer. Landscaping: The sculpture, by its shear size, lends itself to either zero -soaping, native planting or minimal landscape for better sustainable water conservation. The landscape I would propose for the site would be a few berms and mounds carefully placed to frame and or possibly lift the sculpture. Site Prep: CJRDesign will • Identify any and all plantings that need to be moved or removed by the city orlandscapers. • Identify (with help from the City) the location and angle of the cement - mounting pad. • Engineer and have the cement pads and male mounting pipes set in place. • Provide the City the necessary engineering for the pad or pads to be poured. Maintenance: Using stainless steel provides an extremely durable and low maintenance finish with strong stain resistance. When the shine or finish start to loose the sparkle I recommend using a Zepp stainless steel cleaner found at most home stores like Home Depot. Just spray this on to all the stainless steel and then wipe off with a soft towel. • One of the many reasons I like to use the Zepp is it leaves an oily coating on the sculpture and this is a great deterrent for people that think climbing on the art is a good idea. • Tagging: if the Stainless steel gets tagged with paint or some other substance, you can simply use Acetone to remove the marks and then clean again with a Stainless cleaner. • Subcontractor/Supplier? Professional Services List: • Engineering - All Structures Engineering, Taggard OR. • Laser Cutting - B& B Steel Canby, OR. • Misc. Materials - Alaskan Copper / American Steel • Crane / Hoist rental - TBD (local preferred) Possible Timeline: Mid July 2013 Contract Signed* First invoice (50% budget) First payment received Final Design & Engineering, **Materials ordered and purchased. Sept. 2013 Receive materials / Begin Fabrication. Nov. -Dec. 2013 Mid fabrication photos sent * receive second payment (30% budget) Spring 2014 Site Prep/work with the city on the bases or pedestals. May 2014 Delivery & Installation Final Invoice (20% budget) Final payment received and Dedication. *Timeline is contingent on signing of contract & first payment. if either of these events is delayed, our schedule will delay accordingly. **Materials and Engineering will be ordered and purchased only after first payment is received. Selection Committee: Design and scale: As I set out to develop a sculpture for the Split Corridor, project, I wanted to design a work that would place the arts and culture of Meridian in the national spotlight. A monumental community valued sculpture that would be iconic for the city of Meridian and quickly bring Meridian equal to or above much bigger cities showing its commitment to arts and culture. I believe a monumental work as complex, unique and timeless as "Under the Sun and Dreaming" can accomplish these lofty expectations. Dimensionally: Each form will have much more dimensionality then I can make in a small flat model. I'll try to explain, as you look at the top horizontal form of the skyline and wind, when this is built it will look more like a ribbon where the tail crosses over the top of the length, so it will not be one flat surface like the model. Many other forms are built out this way also. Open option 1: Kinetic? Looking over the sculpture there are a few possibilities for kinetic elements, if you as the committee feel it will not be a distraction for the drivers. The bird of prey on the left side and or the cloud could be kinetic. These elements would spin in a breeze and can both be done with -in the budget, I don't feel this would be distracting to the drivers but it would add a level of interaction with the sculpture always changing. I leave this decision up to you. Open option 2: Color? While designing the sculpture I picked stainless steel for the piece for a few reasons. • Zero maintenance, no fading or touch up, easily cleaned when tagged. • Exciting, constantly changing reflections all yearlong. • Timeless presentation with a richer more expensive look. However, if as a committee you feel that a few or all the pieces would fit Meridian better as a color this is absolutely possible. We can paint one, two, three or all pieces, one or multiple colors. This is all possible also with -in the budget and is up to you. Thank you for allowing me to be part of this process, I hope you enjoy "Under the Sun and Dreaming" as much as I enjoyed designing a piece specifically for my old home area. Enjoyl My Best 'Under the Sun and Dreaming:.. 'feet tall get: Artist Design &development,.. project management, shopovef,G'. su.r�..hcp,,Qic. gy ineee'ing . . . . . . . . . . . . put6F§bt up /Cuttirfg�%. 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