Artwork - SEA "D3" Concourse Restroom Renovation - Public Art Open Call (RFQ)

Request for Qualifications: The Port of Seattle’s Public Art program is seeking one (1) visual/multi-disciplinary/light artist or artist teams to submit their qualifications to be considered for this permanent art commission within Seattle Tacoma International Airport’s D Concourse. The work must also consider the aesthetic of the facility and redevelopment design. Proposed artworks must also be thoughtful in regard to long term maintenance and conservation. The work must be appropriate for public presentation considering the wide range of visitors to the airport. There are two (2) locations within the D Concourse restroom renovations open for artworks. The estimated completion date for this project is Q4 2023. Completion of the public art commission will remain flexible and follow overall project completion. Key Information - Entry Level • Measurements: 12’width x 6’ height • 8” recessed niche (maximum) with Epoxy paint finish. Artwork should be flushed with the wall. • Plywood

backing • Power/data available • The stainless-steel base is not part of the scope of work. • Busy location, passengers and employees will enter the restroom with suitcases, cleaning cart etc.... • The area that shows “open” on the right of the art location will be a screen displaying advertisement. • Visitors, employees will use the ramp to access the restroom area. Key Information - Hall Area • Measurements: 4’0” width x 7’ 2” height • 4” recessed niche (maximum) with Epoxy paint finish. Artwork should be flushed with the wall. • Plywood backing • Power/data available. • The tile base is not part of the scope of work. • Busy location, passengers and employees will enter the restroom with suitcases, cleaning cart etc.... The work must consider the aesthetic of the facility and redevelopment design. Proposed artworks must also be thoughtful in regard to long term maintenance and conservation. The work must be appropriate for public presentation considering the wide range of visitors to the airport. Awarded Artists are required to obtain a Unified Business Identifier number (UBI) to enter into agreement with The Port of Seattle. SEE THE DOCUMENTS AND EVENTS TAB FOR MORE INFORMATION. REGISTER AS A PLANHOLDER TO RECEIVE SOLICITATION UPDATES VIA EMAIL. Schedule: RFQ is published online: February 27, 2023 Artists submit qualifications and resume: February 27, 2023, to March 20, 2022, 5:00 p.m. PST Selection panel reviews submissions: Week of March 27, 2023 Artists are contacted with selection results: First week of April 2023 Project Completion. Q4 of 2023