Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology (OSUIT) is seeking a professional artist or design firm to create and install a mural on the two-story east exterior of a downtown housing complex located in the historic district of Okmulgee, Oklahoma. The Request for Proposal (RFP) OSUA&M-RFP-000332-2018 is specifically soliciting a creative solution for a mural that will enhance the visual appeal of a 100-year-old building at the corner of 5th St. and Grand Ave. The project is being conducted in collaboration with the Okmulgee Arts Council, Okmulgee Main Street Design Committee, and Okmulgee Chamber of Commerce, with the building set to open as loft-style student apartments in Spring 2018. Bidders must complete several prerequisites, including reading and certifying agreement to attached terms and conditions, submitting a Non-collusion Certificate, and providing a Certificate of Compliance. The solicitation is open from August 11, 2017, at 12:00 AM CST to September 7, 2017, at 4:00 PM CST, with Joe Teel (joe.teel@okstate.edu or +1 405-744-8403) serving as the primary contact for the procurement. Payment terms are structured as 0% 30, Net 30, and the proposal will be evaluated using US Dollars as the currency.
While the RFP does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises, it appears to be an open solicitation for qualified artists or design firms capable of executing a complex mural project. No incumbent vendors are mentioned in the available documentation, and there are no specific details about existing infrastructure requirements for integration. The RFP includes attachments such as Frequently Asked Questions and Specification documents, which likely provide additional details about the project's scope and requirements. Although a specific budget range is not disclosed in the provided materials, the project involves a prominent public-facing mural for a educational institution's housing complex, suggesting a professional-level engagement. The procurement is associated with multiple jurisdictions including Ottawa County and various Oklahoma City classifications, indicating a potentially significant regional arts and development initiative.
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