Request for Qualifications for Multicultural Mural Call for Artist

The University of Wisconsin Oshkosh, located in Winnebago County, is seeking a qualified artist or artist team to design and paint a multicultural mural on the east side of Albee Hall. The mural, measuring 42'4" x 23'2", aims to represent diversity and inclusion on campus by incorporating imagery and symbols from various cultural groups, including Hmong, Asian, Native American, Latino/Hispanic, and African American cultures. Prospective artists must submit two hard copies of their response, including a completed DOA-3832 form, bidder response sheet, design submissions with descriptions, and references from three comparable projects completed within the past three years. The solicitation, identified as RFQ SP-20-34, requires written questions to be submitted by February 14, 2020, with full RFQ submissions due by February 27, 2020, at 2:00 p.m. CST. The University anticipates award notification on March 14, 2020, with a contract start date of March 25, 2020, and mural creation scheduled for April 1-17, 2020 (three weeks).

The procurement does not specify any specific set-aside designations or restrictions on responding organizations. Bidders must provide a certificate of insurance naming the Board of Regents of the University of Wisconsin System as an additional insured and comply with Wisconsin statutes regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action (if the contract exceeds $50,000). The total project budget is $5,000, which must cover all costs associated with design, artist fees, fabrication, transportation, installation, insurance, tools, materials, labor, and related expenses. Payment terms are Net 30 days upon acceptance and verification of work completion by the University. All work must be performed in the United States, and proposals must clearly identify any deviations from the RFQ specifications. The University reserves the right to require oral presentations or site visits at its discretion prior to award, and prices must remain firm for the entire project from the date of contract execution.