Call for Expressions of Interest: Public Art for Port Kells Roundabout, City of Surrey

Artist Call (Public Art) – Port Kells Roundabout

Submission Deadline: October 14, 2024
Design Fee: $150,000

The City of Surrey invites Expressions of Interest (EOI) for a public artwork in the centre of a future roundabout at Harvie Rd and 88 Ave in the Port Kells neighbourhood. This intersection has long served as an economic and social hub for the Port Kells community. Positioned as a gateway to Surrey, it features essential community facilities such as the Port Kells Community Hall, library, and firehall, alongside a cluster of heritage buildings nearby. As the area continues to grow, the City envisions this hub as a vibrant village centre where locals can easily access community amenities and commercial services. Infrastructure will be installed at the roundabout to support a significant free-standing sculpture.

The artwork should mark this location as the centre of the community and draw inspiration from the history of the area.

Eligibility:

• This call is open to all professional artists and artist teams.
• Applicants must demonstrate the creative expertise and technical skills to manage a project of this scale from concept development to installation.
• Applicants must have the skills to liaise and coordinate with project contractors and municipal staff.

Your concept proposal should contain the following information:

• Your name, address, email and phone number
• Letter of Intent
• Artist CV
• Bio & Artist Statement
• Portfolio

Submission guidelines can be found here

If you have any questions, please contact:
Cris Mora
publicart@surrey.ca

City of Surrey
13450 104 Ave
Surrey, BC V3T 1V8