Fort Wayne International Airport Fwia #Appendix-B.pdf

Fort Wayne International Airport Seeks Artist Proposals for Wall or Ceiling Hung Artwork (Project Gateway)

This opportunity invites artists to contribute to the Project Gateway initiative at Fort Wayne International Airport. - Government Buyer: - Fort Wayne-Allen County Airport Authority (Fort Wayne International Airport) - Scope of Work: - Design, fabrication, and installation of original wall or ceiling hung artwork - Artwork must be newly created (not existing works or murals) - Must be suitable for wall or ceiling installation in a public airport environment - Submission & Selection Process: - Up to five artists will be selected as finalists - Finalists must submit stamped drawings (by an Indiana-licensed structural engineer), fabrication timelines, and installation quotes - One artist will be awarded the contract; remaining finalists receive a stipend - Required submission materials: sketches, digital models, budget, and proposed schedule - Unique Requirements: - Artwork must meet public safety and structural standards - All designs require review and approval by a licensed Indiana structural engineer - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are named, as this is an open call for original artist proposals

Description

Fort Wayne International Airport is seeking artists to submit designs for wall or ceiling hung artwork as part of the Project Gateway. Up to five artists will be invited to submit stamped drawings, fabrication timelines, and installation quotes. One artist will be selected to complete the artwork and enter into a contract, while the other four will receive a stipend for their participation. The artwork must meet public safety standards, be structurally sound, and cannot be a mural or existing artwork. Detailed submission requirements and evaluation criteria are provided, with a tentative timeline extending through November 2026.

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