Silicon Bronze Portrait Creation, Casting and Installation Service

Overview

Arts, Culture & Sports

Charlotte Amalie, US Virgin IslandsPosted 28 days agoDeadline: May 8th, 2026

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SUMMARY

RFP for the creation, casting, and installation of a silicon bronze portrait, including artistic development, technical execution, and marine-grade finishing in the Virgin Islands.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Must have a minimum of five years of professional sculptural practice
Must have completed at least three bronze public art projects
Must be authorized to conduct business within the United States Virgin Islands
Must provide proof of insurance coverage for the installation phase
Must certify no default on a public contract within the past five years
Must submit a conceptual rendering of the proposed portrait bust
Must provide three professional references for comparable public art commissions

BUDGET

Estimate

$50,000 – $150,000

CONTRACT DURATION

12 months

TIMELINE

Pre-Proposal Meeting: April 16th, 2026

Last Day for Written Clarification: April 23rd, 2026

Proposal Submission Deadline: May 8th, 2026

QUESTION DEADLINE

April 23rd, 2026

Issuing Agency

Department of Property and Procurement

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DESCRIPTION

The contracting authority is seeking a vendor to provide comprehensive silicon bronze portrait creation, casting, and installation services. The selected sculptor will manage the entire process, starting with concept refinement through final installation, and will be responsible for all artistic, technical, and coordination tasks required to complete the project.

The sculptor will collaborate with stakeholders to develop and refine the artistic concept, utilizing consultation and reference materials to ensure the final design meets expectations. The scope includes full-scale modeling, finalizing pose and sculptural details, as well as technical steps such as enlargement, mold preparation, bronze casting, hot patina application, and the application of a protective coating suited for marine environments. The contract will span a one-year period.

Source attribution

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