City of Birmingham Redefining Community Mural RFP 2026
City of BirminghamCity · Birmingham, AL- Due
- Sep 11, 2026
- Deadline passed
The 30-second brief
The City of Birmingham Purchasing Department, on behalf of the Office of Unhoused Strategies, is soliciting proposals for the 'Redefining Community Birmingham Mural' project. The project seeks individual artists or artist teams to create public art murals at the Church of the Reconciler's street and alley-facing walls. The goal is to activate the space, educate the public on advocating for unhoused neighbors, and create a replicable economic model of community-led change. Evaluation criteria include artistic excellence, professional experience, community engagement, and compatibility with the facility's mission. Proposals are due by September 11, 2026, to the submission location in Birmingham, AL. The project involves local funding and requires coordination with the Church of the Reconciler's architectural design.
Artistic excellence as evidenced by submitted materials, Professional experience, Community engagement, Compatibility with the architectural design facility environment and mission and vision of Church of the Reconciler
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Summary
The City of Birmingham Purchasing Department, on behalf of the Office of Unhoused Strategies, is soliciting proposals for the 'Redefining Community Birmingham Mural' project.
The project seeks individual artists or artist teams to create public art murals at the Church of the Reconciler's street and alley-facing walls. The goal is to activate the space, educate the public on advocating for unhoused neighbors, and create a replicable economic model of community-led change. Evaluation criteria include artistic excellence, professional experience, community engagement, and compatibility with the facility's mission. Proposals are due by September 11, 2026, to the submission location in Birmingham, AL. The project involves local funding and requires coordination with the Church of the Reconciler's architectural design.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Artistic excellence as evidenced by submitted materials, Professional experience, Community engagement, Compatibility with the architectural design facility environment and mission and vision of Church of the Reconciler
- Submit to
- 710 20th Street N, Birmingham, AL, 35203-2227
- Scope location
- Jefferson, AL
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Birmingham?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 11, 2026. Submissions should be delivered to: 710 20th Street N, Birmingham, AL, 35203-2227.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Birmingham in AL, 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 RFP 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.
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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: "Artistic excellence as evidenced by submitted materials, Professional experience, Community engagement, Compatibility with the architectural design facility environment and mission and vision of Churc..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Birmingham?
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What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
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 Birmingham for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Jefferson, AL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.