County of Alameda #902749

Alameda County seeks museum-quality fine art handling, framing, and fabrication services for its public art collection.

Alameda County's General Services Agency-Procurement is seeking qualified providers for museum-quality fine art handling, framing, and fabrication services to support the County's public art collection. - Contract Structure: - Three-year base contract with an option to renew for two additional years - Multiple contractor pools: up to four for handling, up to three for framing, up to four for fabrication - Services Requested: - Fine Art Handling: safe transportation and installation of artwork, including framed pieces and site-specific works; requires expertise in mounting hardware and installation systems - Fine Art Framing: archival, custom framing for approximately 100 artworks (sizes range from 11x11 inches to 60x60 inches); technical expertise in materials and methods required - Fine Art Fabrication: creation of unique, two-dimensional artworks using various materials and methods; collaboration on complex, one-of-a-kind projects - Requirements: - Providers must demonstrate museum-quality experience and technical capabilities - Work is assigned on an as-needed basis, with project-specific proposals required for each engagement - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; solicitation is open to qualified service providers

Description

The County is seeking museum-quality fine art handling, framing, and fabrication services to support its public artwork collection. The contract will be awarded to multiple bidders for handling, framing, and fabrication services, with work assigned on an as-needed basis. Services include safe transportation and installation of artwork, custom archival framing, and fabrication of two-dimensional artworks. The contract term is three years with an option to renew for two additional years. The Alameda County Arts Commission manages the collection and the procurement process.

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