City of Bloomington Pond-Dakota Mission Park Sculpture RFQ 2026
Town of BloomCity · Bloom, MN- Due
- Apr 16, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Primary contact
- Kathryn Murray
- 952563
The 30-second brief
The City of Bloomington is seeking qualifications from public artists for the design, fabrication, and installation of a site-specific sculpture at Pond-Dakota Mission Park, reflecting Dakota history, culture, and values.
Letter of interest, Biographical information/resume, Work samples, References
Quality of letter of interest, understanding of Dakota history/culture, community engagement experience, artistic quality of work samples
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Summary
The City of Bloomington is seeking qualifications from public artists for the design, fabrication, and installation of a site-specific sculpture at Pond-Dakota Mission Park, reflecting Dakota history, culture, and values.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Quality of letter of interest
- Understanding of Dakota history/culture
- Community engagement experience
- Artistic quality of work samples
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Letter of interest
- Biographical information/resume
- Work samples
- References
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Work Samples (up to 10 images)
- Letter of Interest
- Biographical Information/Resume
- References
- Scope location
- Bloomington, MN
- Reported agency
- City of Bloomington
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Town of Bloom?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 16, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. For questions, contact Kathryn Murray.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Town of Bloom in MN, 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 Kathryn Murray at 952563. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Letter of interest, Biographical information/resume, Work samples, References. 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: "Quality of letter of interest, understanding of Dakota history/culture, community engagement experience, artistic quality of work samples" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Bloom?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Bloom are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Bloom 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. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Work Samples (up to 10 images), Letter of Interest, Biographical Information/Resume, References. Review the full document from Town of Bloom for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Bloomington, MN. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.