City of Mentor James A. Garfield Statue RFSOQ 2025
City of MentorCity · Mentor, OH- Posted
- Oct 14, 2025
- Primary contact
- Kevin Grippi
- (440) 974-5714
The 30-second brief
The City of Mentor is accepting Statement of Qualifications (SOQs) from sculptors to craft and install onsite in Mentor, Ohio, a life-size, realistic, outdoor, statue of former U.S. President James A. Garfield.
Project sculptor/manager experience (30 points), Strength/experience of assigned staff, including subcontractors (15 points), Sculptor's current workload / availability of personnel (10 points), Sculptor's past performance and references (20 points), Project approach to meet goals, proposed timeline with activities (25 points)
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Summary
The City of Mentor is accepting Statement of Qualifications (SOQs) from sculptors to craft and install onsite in Mentor, Ohio, a life-size, realistic, outdoor, statue of former U.S. President James A. Garfield.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Five-page narrative addressing scoring methodology, maximum of two additional pages of images identified with locations of previous representative work.
- Scope location
- Mentor, Ohio
Questions about this RFSOQ
How do I respond to this RFSOQ from City of Mentor?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. For questions, contact Kevin Grippi.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFSOQ?
Most government agencies, including City of Mentor in OH, 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 RFSOQ 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 Kevin Grippi at (440) 974-5714. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "Project sculptor/manager experience (30 points), Strength/experience of assigned staff, including subcontractors (15 points), Sculptor's current workload / availability of personnel (10 points), Sculp..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Mentor?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Mentor are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Mentor 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 RFSOQ?
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: Five-page narrative addressing scoring methodology, maximum of two additional pages of images identified with locations of previous representative work.. Review the full document from City of Mentor for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Mentor, Ohio. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.