Request:
Destination NSW is seeking applications and itemised quotations from a suitably qualified and experienced contractor for the provision of Curator, Vivid Light services for Vivid Sydney 2021 and 2022.
Please note: this is not a position of employment but a contract for the supply of services. Companies can propose a person for this contract.
Destination NSW:
Destination NSW is the lead NSW Government agency for the New South Wales (NSW) tourism and major events sectors. Our role is to market Sydney and NSW as one of the world’s premier tourism and major events destinations; to secure major sporting and cultural events; to work in partnership with Business Events Sydney to win major international conventions and incentive travel reward programs; to develop and deliver initiatives that will drive visitor growth throughout the state; and to achieve the NSW Government’s target to triple overnight visitor expenditure by the year 2030.
Vivid Sydney, the largest festival of light, music and ideas in the Southern Hemisphere and the largest event in Australia, is owned, managed and produced by Destination NSW. Vivid Sydney has been integral in cementing Sydney’s position as the creative capital of the Asia-Pacific and instrumental in driving visitation to Sydney and stimulating the city’s visitor economy.
Vivid Sydney is a unique annual event of light, music and ideas, featuring the world’s best creative industry forums, a mesmerising free public exhibition of outdoor lighting sculptures and projections, a cutting edge contemporary music program, and the spectacular lighting of Sydney’s iconic buildings and other Sydney precincts.
Timeline
- Deadline for receipt of clarification requests – 10:00am on Monday 25 May 2020 (AEST)
- RFQ closing date – 10:00am on Monday 1 June 2020 (AEST)
- Interviews – Week beginning 8 June 2020
- Successful contractor notified – Week beginning 15 June 2020
- Unsuccessful contractor(s) notified – Week beginning 29 June 2020
- Commencement of Contract – 1 July 2020
Selection criteria:
- Evaluation of all submissions will be assessed on the following criteria: Criteria Weighting (%)
- Value for money – 25%
- Demonstrated experience in successfully curating, programming and delivering cutting-edge exhibitions, festivals, and activations for large-scale public events that attract broad and diverse, with a focus on creativity and innovation – 20%
- Proven experience in identifying and engaging lighting, projection, media, animation and mixed reality field practitioners. Demonstrated contacts and existing networks with artists, manufacturers, suppliers, animators, designers and companies who exemplify innovative, contemporary and sustainable practice, alongside general industry trends – 20%
- Proven ability and experience in collaborating and negotiating with multiple stakeholders including international, national and local artists, corporates, suppliers and manufacturers – 10%
- Highly developed and proven project and time management skills, ability to effectively prioritise, meet deadlines and to balance competing priorities in a dynamic and high profile work environment. Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, including media and public speaking skills. – 10%
- Knowledge and insight on the latest production technologies for the purpose of program, artistic and content development – 10%
- Compliance with Request for Quotation – 5%
What Destination NSW requires:
1. A written response which addresses the Selection Criteria and Specifications of Service outlined in Annexure A
2. An outline (maximum two (2) pages) of your proposed curatorial approach, and potential key elements for Vivid Light 2021.
3. An itemised all-inclusive quotation for Period 1 via provision of a day rate exclusive of GST but inclusive of all charges, expenses and other personal inclusions
4. An itemised all-inclusive quotation for Period 2 via provision of a day rate exclusive of GST but inclusive of all charges, expenses and other personal inclusions
5. Current curriculum vitae including details for two (2) referees.
Clarification of requests:
If you require clarification of this Request for Quotation, please contact via email only: Julie Turpie, Acting General Manager, Event Development & Executive Producer, Vivid Sydney. julie.turpie@dnsw.com.au
Please note that any clarification/s will also be granted to any/all other interested contractors and will be available on vividsydney.com – work with us webpage.
Lodgement Details:
Please email your application, quotation and supporting documentation to: Neville D’Costa, Director, Procurement & Legal: neville.dcosta@dnsw.com.au
Please the full Request for Specifications of Service please click here.
