FIS Corporate Headquarters Tower Public Art Commission – Location B

This public art commission seeks a three-dimensional sculpture for a permanent outdoor installation adjacent to the northwest corner of FIS' new corporate headquarters tower at the corner of Riverside Avenue and Dora Street in Jacksonville, Florida. The artwork will face the primary view corridor of Riverside Avenue and must be created in metal and/or stone.

Artists must be over 21 years old, not currently enrolled in a formal degree program, and have at least three years of experience creating and installing public art. The project is open to international, national, and regional artists. Submissions should include an artist statement, current resume emphasizing public art experience, a minimum of 4 and maximum of 8 images of completed projects (up to 2 videos, 120 seconds each), a colorized sketch or computer rendering of the proposed concept design shown from front, back, and side views with dimensions included, and a narrative describing the artwork's symbolism, intention, and technical details. The artwork must be appropriate for permanent exterior exhibit and capable of withstanding hurricane-force winds once installed.

The public art budget is $75,000, which covers all costs to the artist including artwork proposals, fabrication, mounting materials, shipping/delivery, insurance, travel, and applicable sales tax. The client will provide site preparation and assist with installation. The anticipated project schedule includes artist selection by March 24, 2022, commissioned artist notification on March 25, 2022, contract execution on March 28, 2022, final design due April 8, 2022, and site preparation and installation June 27-30, 2022. Community engagement site visits will be offered virtually March 29-31, 2022 and are not mandatory. A dedication ceremony date is to be determined.