Based on Article 14 of the Statute of the Public Institution of Culture Croatian Home of 12 February 2024, the Conclusion on the transfer of the multi-purpose hall on the Croatian Fraternal Union Square to the Public Institution of Culture Croatian Home Split ("Official Gazette of the City of Split", No. 27/21) and in accordance with the provisions of the Decision on the allocation of real estate for use to budget users of the City of Split ("Official Gazette of the City of Split", No. 11/24), the Public Institution of Culture Croatian Home Split hereby announces

PUBLIC CALL FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST 

for the use of the multimedia space at the address Trg hrvatska fraternal zajednice, Split

I. GENERAL PROVISIONS

Article 1

This Public Call regulates the conditions, method and criteria for expressing interest in using the multimedia space at the address Trg hrvatska fraternal zajednice, Split, managed by the Public Institution in Culture Croatian Home Split (hereinafter referred to as: the Institution), which is intended for the implementation of artistic, cultural and educational programs, with a special emphasis on programs aimed at children and youth.

Article 2

The space that is the subject of this Public Call is the multimedia space of the Institution, located at the address Trg hrvatska fraternal zajednice, Split (hereinafter: the Space), together with the associated technical and stage infrastructure, in accordance with the availability and technical capabilities of the space.

Space information: features and equipment

1. Dimensions:

• Hall area – 147,98 m²
• Stage area – 49,84 m²
• Stage – 4,58 × 8,10 m (51,4 m²), height from the auditorium floor 1,02 m
• Height above stage: 3,13 m
• Wardrobe 1 – 8,75 m²
• Wardrobe 2 – 8,68 m²
• Space for the preparation of the contractor - 35,95 m²
• Contractor's sanitary facility 1 – 3,90 m²
• Contractor's sanitary facility – 4,13 m²
• Cloakroom and bar 22,82 m²
• Lobby – 29,74 m²
• Sanitary facility for visitors (male) – 10,25 m²
• Sanitary facility for visitors (female) – 10,25 m²
• Toilet for the disabled – 4,50 m²

2. Space capacity

- Ground floor: 155 people

3. Sound system:

• YAMAHA TF1 digital sound mixer
• YAMAHA TIO1608-D digital stagebox
• Sound system COMMUNITY IP8-1122/96B – 2 pcs. IS6-118B – 2 pcs.
• Active monitor speakers YAMAHA DXR8-mkll – 4 pcs.
• Audio power amplifiers COMMUNITY ALC1604dv
• Microphone stands – K&M – set
• CD player NUMARK MP103 USB – 2 pcs.
• APART PMR4000r mk lll player - 100V audio power amplifier APART MA60

4. Stage lighting:

• Currently it does not exist, we are in the phase of creating project documentation, in phase 1 we should install all the necessary cables and brackets for the needs of stage lighting.
• In phase 2, we should acquire stage lighting equipment.

5. Video projection system

• EPSON EB-L1075U video projector, 7000 lumens, WUXGA, 16:10, 3LCD technology
• In phase 1, an electromotive video projection screen 410 x 260 cm will be installed
• BARCO ClickShare
• KRAMER 6x2 HDMI/HDBaseT VS-622dt
• Computer HP Z2 tower G2 workstation - Nvidia Quadro P1000
• LED monitor Prolite xub2493hsu

6. YAMAHA C3 concert piano
7. Microphone

• Audio-Technica ES925 /18/21, 3 pcs.
• Audio-Technica AE4100, 2 pcs.
• Audio-Technica ATM250DE, 6 pcs.
• Audio-Technica 3000, 1 set.

The space is in the process of rehabilitation, and the final technical, spatial and production possibilities of the space will be determined after the completion of the rehabilitation works.

It is noted that the terms of use, including the price, will be determined and published in a subsequent formal tender. This Public Call is solely for expressions of interest, without obligation and without defining financial elements.

Article 3

Submitting an application to this Public Call represents only an expression of interest in the implementation of the program in the premises of the Institution and does not represent an offer in terms of entering into a contract nor does it create any right of the applicant to use the premises or enter into a contract with the Institution.

The institution reserves the right to amend, suspend or cancel this Public Call at any time without giving any specific explanation and without the obligation to reimburse any costs incurred by the applicant.

Article 4

The space may be provided for temporary, occasional or programmatic use, depending on the nature of the applied program, the availability of time slots and the program assessment of the Institution.

II. PURPOSE AND STRATEGIC GOALS

Article 5

The aim of this Public Call is to ensure transparent, equal and strategically focused use of the Institution's space and to encourage the development of quality artistic content that contributes to: the development of artistic creativity and critical thinking of children and young people,

• active participation of children and young people in cultural life,
• to the development of a new and sustainable cultural audience,
• connecting the educational system and professional artistic practice,
• inclusiveness and accessibility of cultural content,
• developing contemporary, interdisciplinary and innovative artistic practices, strengthening local, national and international cultural cooperation.

III. PRIORITY PROGRAMS

Article 6

Programs that:

• are primarily intended for children and young people aged 6 to 25,
• have a clearly defined target group and work methodology,
• include an educational or mentoring component,
• enable the active participation of children and young people (workshops, productions, public performances),
• develop artistic, digital and creative competences,
• connecting educational institutions and professional artists,
• encourage interdisciplinarity (music, theater, dance, film, visual and media arts, design, architecture, STEM),
• include young authors, performers and producers,
• they promote social inclusion, active citizenship and work with vulnerable groups.

Programs that include a greater number of the listed elements have an advantage in the evaluation process.

IV. ARTISTIC AND PEDAGOGICAL STANDARDS

Article 7

The program must:

• have clearly defined goals and expected results,
• ensure artistic relevance and professional standards of performance,
• include qualified leaders, mentors or artists,
• be appropriate to the developmental age of the participants,
• have a developed three-year plan and program of activities,  ensure a safe and stimulating work environment.

Programs that include long-term cooperation with educational institutions and continuity of work with children and youth are particularly valued.

V. ACCEPTABLE FORMS OF ACTIVITY

Article 8

Acceptable forms of activity are:

• art workshops and seminars,
• musical, stage and performance projects,
• theater, dance and multimedia performances,
• educational concerts and music programs,
• film screenings and audiovisual programs,
• exhibitions and participatory projects,
• literary workshops,
• non-formal art education programs,
• interdisciplinary and research projects,
• urban culture programs,
• programs for the development of digital and creative competences,  expert meetings and training related to work with children and young people.

Commercial programs can only be approved if they are in line with the public interest and the Institution's program profile.

VI. CONDITIONS FOR APPLICANTS

Article 9

Natural and legal persons who: have the right to submit an application for an expression of interest.

• have a registered activity in the field of culture, arts, education or creative industries,
• have the organizational and professional capacities to implement the applied program, (brief description of the applicant's previous work and relevant experience, list of key collaborators involved in the implementation of the program, along with basic references for its implementation)
• they have no outstanding liabilities towards the state budget and the City of Split.

The application must also include a description of the program, work methodology and expected outcomes of the program.

VII. CONTENT OF THE APPLICATION

Article 10

The application for the Public Call for Expression of Interest must contain the following:

1. Applicant information
   • name / first name and surname of the applicant
   • registered office / residence address
   • HI B
   • contact information (phone and email)
   • a brief description of previous work and relevant experience
   • proof of at least three years of experience in carrying out activities with children and young people

2. Program information

• program name
• a detailed description of the program planned to be implemented in the area
• program objectives, work methodology and expected outcomes
• target audience and estimated number of participants/audience
• type of program (e.g. open to the public, closed group, educational, production, seminar, etc.)
• planned dates and duration of the program (including preparation and completion time)
• technical and production needs (equipment and conditions)
• information about leaders, mentors or performers (with basic references)
• information on program funding
• information on whether the program is free for users

3. Statements and mandatory documentation

• signed statement of acceptance of the terms of the Public Invitation
• consent to the collection and processing of personal data
• an extract from the appropriate register proving registered activity in the field of culture, arts, education or creative industries
• confirmation of the absence of outstanding obligations to the state budget and the budget of the City of Split

VIII. EVALUATION CRITERIA

Article 11

Applications for expressions of interest are evaluated according to the following criteria:

• artistic quality and innovativeness of the program,
• the applicant's previous experience in carrying out activities with children and young people
• clarity of goals and work methodology,
• the degree of active involvement of children and young people,
• contribution to audience development,
• cooperation with educational and cultural institutions,
• inclusivity and social relevance,
• production feasibility and technical readiness,
• long-term potential of the program,
• financial sustainability,
• compliance with the program profile and strategic goals of the Institution.

IX. DECISION-MAKING PROCEDURE

Article 12

The Director of the Institution considers the received applications and determines program proposals that, according to the prescribed criteria, are suitable for performance in the Institution's premises, and submits them to the Governing Board for approval.

The institution reserves the right not to accept any proposal or to accept individual proposals, without the obligation to provide an explanation.

X. CONCLUSION OF THE CONTRACT

Article 13

The implementation of the program and the use of the space are regulated by a special contract that the Institution concludes with the selected applicant. The contract regulates in detail the mutual rights and obligations of the contracting parties, especially with regard to the duration and manner of use of the space, financial conditions, technical and production requirements, obligations to ensure the visibility of the Institution and the City of Split, as well as other issues of importance for the orderly and timely implementation of the program. Without concluding the contract referred to in paragraph 1 of this Article, the use of the space is not permitted.

XI. FINAL PROVISIONS

Article 14

This Public Call is published on the website of the Public Cultural Institution Croatian Home Split and remains open until the deadline for submitting applications.

The deadline for submitting expressions of interest is 30 days from the date of publication of the Public Call.

Article 15

Personal data collected within the framework of this Public Call are processed in accordance with the provisions of the General Data Protection Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (GDPR) and the Act on the Implementation of the General Data Protection Regulation.

The institution collects and processes personal data of applicants exclusively for the purpose of implementing the procedure of this Public Call, evaluating applications and, in the case of selection, concluding and executing space use contracts.

Personal data will not be processed for other purposes nor will it be provided to third parties, except in cases prescribed by law or when necessary for the implementation of this procedure.

Article 16

For everything not expressly regulated by this Public Call, the applicable regulations of the Republic of Croatia and the general acts of the Institution shall apply.

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