Request for Proposals: Patio Furniture Designed by Local Carpenters/Woodworkers/Artists | Deadline: August 12

 

 Deadline: Friday, August 12, 2022 | 3 PM PT

The Thompson Okanagan Tourism Inspiration Centre, operated by the Thompson Okanagan Tourism Association (TOTA), is requesting proposals from local carpenters/woodworkers/artists to design furniture for an outdoor patio space.

The Tourism Inspiration Centre is a visitor centre located at the gateway to the Okanagan, on Highway 97C (Okanagan Connector) above Peachland. The centre welcomes over 40,000 international and domestic visitors per season, as well as local community members for special events. This year, the Tourism Inspiration Centre installed a new public patio space, overlooking Okanagan Lake and perfect for viewing performance art from the IArT Venue stage.

Information for Proponents

Deliverables:

  • Work closely with the Tourism Inspiration Centre Manager and Indigenous Specialist for TOTA to ensure scope of project follows intended outcomes and results,

  • Design, source materials, and build six (6) picnic table/bench sets, and six (6) Adirondack style chairs with locally inspired indigenous artwork and weatherproofing to ensure long-term protection from elements,

  • Incorporate section of table for sponsor logos to be displayed on interchangeable plaques,

  • Picnic tables should be approximately 8 feet in length and built from locally sourced wood in a stable fashion that prevents tipping (refer to examples below),

  • Two of the picnic tables will be built to accommodate wheelchair users (extended table tops on ends - see photo 2),

  • Tables and benches should be separate from the table (not attached) from each other to be moved and utilized as individual pieces,

  • Work within the timeframe outlined and agreed upon for project start and completion.

Example of Table, Bench, and Chair Concepts

Requirements

  • Carpenter/artist with related experience residing, operating, or with personal history in the Thompson Okanagan region.

  • Work closely with TOTA Tourism Inspiration Centre Manager to ensure scope of project follows intended outcomes and results within the timeframe outlined and agreed upon for project start and completion.

Delivery of Proposals

Deadline: Friday, August 12, 2022 | 3 PM PT

Proposals are to be submitted to the emails provided below with the following information:

  • Attachment of a cover letter including name, address, and contact information.

  • Resume which outlines past experience and projects.

  • Five (5) examples/photos of similar work or projects including style of art

  • Three (3) reference contacts for clients from similar work or projects, and

  • Conceptual drawings of initial ideas based on information included in the project deliverables below.

All inquiries and submissions should be directed to:

Barbara Bonnough

Thompson Okanagan Tourism Inspiration Centre Manager

Thompson Okanagan Tourism Association (TOTA)

Barbara@TOTABC.com | (778) 752-5877

 CC:

Jamie Bourne

Indigenous Tourism Specialist

Thompson Okanagan Tourism Association (TOTA)

Jamie@TOTABC.com | (778) 760-2965

 

Selection Process

Submissions will be reviewed by a committee and up to four (4) shortlisted artists will be invited to the next stage of the selection process. 

The committee will evaluate applications on the basis of:

  • Artistic excellence, skill, innovation and merit, as evidenced in samples of previous work.

  • Qualifications and professional experience based on references of the carpenter/artist.

  • Demonstrated ability of the carpenter/artist to execute a project of this scale under the budget and timeline set out.

  • Representation of and connection to local Thompson Okanagan region

Shortlisted artists will be invited to respond to a detailed Request for Proposal package, including schedule of completion of project and budget.

 
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