2014 Broomfield Public Art Project in Open Space

The City and County of Broomfield Public Art Committee seeks to commission an artist or team of artists to create an original work of art for open space located in Broomfield Commons Community Park. The PAC will choose semifinalists who will be paid an honorarium for their proposals. Finalists will provide refined concepts, a maquette and work plans as requested. Installation is targeted for completion by May 31, 2015. Total project budget is $60,000.

The proposed site is Broomfield County Commons Open Space (BCC Open Space) at 13200 Sheridan Blvd, Broomfield, Colorado. The open space is located south of the champion athletic field, east of the concession stand, picnic, and restroom pavilion. The site overlooks a wetland on the west end of the irrigation channel with views across the wetland, wildlife trails, farm fields and mountains. Prairie grasses cover the site with rabbit brush providing a natural edge. Artwork must integrate into the natural environment without infringing on the integrity of the open space, particularly the wetland area. The piece cannot interfere with pedestrian movement or safety, hinder grounds maintenance, adversely impact wildlife or wetlands, or adversely impact views in any significant way.

The project budget of up to $60,000 must be all-inclusive and cover design fees, travel expenses, all materials and fabrication costs, insurance, architect/engineering fees, shipping and transportation to the site, and all installation costs. The artist is responsible for working with the PAC and Broomfield representatives to oversee all aspects of art installation. Submission requirements include resume/CV, three professional references, artist statement, a one to two page letter of interest outlining qualifications and relevant experience, and up to six media images. Optional concept images may be submitted. Artists may be requested to give an in-person or virtual presentation to the Public Art Committee on November 12, 2014. The Request for Qualifications is open to all professional artists residing and working in the U.S. Colorado artists are encouraged to apply. Contact Karen Gerrity, Cultural Affairs Manager, at 303.464.5835 or [email protected].