City of Bentonville Public Art Maintenance & Conservation RFQ-26-06
City of BentonvilleCity · Bentonville, AR- Due
- Aug 12, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jul 23, 2026
- Primary contact
- Michelle Gaudern
The 30-second brief
The City of Bentonville Planning Department is soliciting Statements of Qualifications (SOQs) and Annual Letters of Interest from experienced art conservators for the maintenance and conservation of the City's public art collection under RFQ-26-06. The selected firm will be responsible for performing recommended conservation treatments based on a recent condition assessment, developing and implementing a routine maintenance program, and providing ongoing professional expertise for long-term preservation. Services are requested on an as-needed basis for 2026 City projects in accordance with Arkansas Code § 19-11-801. Submissions must be sent to [email protected] by the deadline of August 12, 2026. The primary contact for this procurement is Michelle Gaudern.
Annual Letters of Interest, Statements of Qualifications (SOQs), Conservation treatments, Routine maintenance program
Qualified, experienced, and appropriately licensed professional firms
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Summary
The City of Bentonville Planning Department is soliciting Statements of Qualifications (SOQs) and Annual Letters of Interest from experienced art conservators for the maintenance and conservation of the City's public art collection under RFQ-26-06.
The selected firm will be responsible for performing recommended conservation treatments based on a recent condition assessment, developing and implementing a routine maintenance program, and providing ongoing professional expertise for long-term preservation. Services are requested on an as-needed basis for 2026 City projects in accordance with Arkansas Code § 19-11-801. Submissions must be sent to [email protected] by the deadline of August 12, 2026. The primary contact for this procurement is Michelle Gaudern.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Qualified
- Experienced
- Appropriately licensed professional firms
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Annual Letters of Interest
- Statements of Qualifications (SOQs)
- Conservation treatments
- Routine maintenance program
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Arkansas, AR
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from City of Bentonville?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is August 12, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Michelle Gaudern.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including City of Bentonville in AR, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFQ submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Michelle Gaudern. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Annual Letters of Interest, Statements of Qualifications (SOQs), Conservation treatments, Routine maintenance program. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Qualified, experienced, and appropriately licensed professional firms" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Bentonville?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Bentonville are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Bentonville regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this RFQ?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. Review the full document from City of Bentonville for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Arkansas, AR. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.