City of Gilroy Call for Artists For the Love of Gilroy Public Art Banners 2026-27 - 27-CFA-AD-103
City of GilroyCity · Gilroy, CA- Due
- Dec 3, 2026
- 35 days left
- Posted
- Aug 31, 2026
- Primary contact
- Carina Baksa
The 30-second brief
The City of Gilroy is soliciting proposals from artists for two-dimensional art designs to be featured on streetlight banners under the 'For the Love of Gilroy' Public Art Campaign (Bid No. 27-CFA-AD-103). The Arts and Culture Commission will review submissions based on design themes outlined in the CFA and recommend selections to the City Council for reproduction rights agreements. Submittals are accepted via hardcopy hand delivery to 7351 Rosanna Street or electronic upload. The submission deadline is December 3, 2026, at 4:00 PM PST. This procurement is managed by the Finance Manager/Purchasing Coordinator.
Two-dimensional art designs
Intent and design theme outlined in the CFA
Get the decision makers at Gilroy before you write a word.
Get decision-maker emailsFree account · 30-second setup · No credit card
Summary
The City of Gilroy is soliciting proposals from artists for two-dimensional art designs to be featured on streetlight banners under the 'For the Love of Gilroy' Public Art Campaign (Bid No. 27-CFA-AD-103).
The Arts and Culture Commission will review submissions based on design themes outlined in the CFA and recommend selections to the City Council for reproduction rights agreements. Submittals are accepted via hardcopy hand delivery to 7351 Rosanna Street or electronic upload. The submission deadline is December 3, 2026, at 4:00 PM PST. This procurement is managed by the Finance Manager/Purchasing Coordinator.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Intent and design theme outlined in the CFA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Two-dimensional art designs
- Submit to
- 7351 Rosanna Street, Gilroy, CA 95020-6197
- Scope location
- Gilroy, CA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Gilroy?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 3, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: 7351 Rosanna Street, Gilroy, CA 95020-6197. For questions, contact Carina Baksa.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Gilroy in CA, 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.
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 Carina Baksa. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Two-dimensional art designs. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
Show 5 more questions
What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Intent and design theme outlined in the CFA" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Gilroy?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Gilroy are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Gilroy regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 3, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
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 Gilroy for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Gilroy, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.