City of Waukee Call to Artists - Spring Crest Park Project 2026
City of WaukeeCity · Waukee, IA- Due
- Nov 2, 2026
- 16 days left
- Posted
- Oct 5, 2026
- Primary contact
- Nick Osborne
- (515) 978-7902
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The City of Waukee is seeking public art for the Spring Crest Park Project located in Waukee, Iowa. The project involves commissioning an artist or artist team to develop, fabricate, and install permanent, playful, and engaging public art on a concrete pedestal with a 4,000 PSI weight restriction. The preliminary budget is $50,000, and submissions are due by November 2, 2026. Required elements include a letter of interest, artist resume, three references, and 3-5 work samples of completed outdoor public works of art valued at least $25,000.
Permanent artwork, Artist design, Fabrication, Installation
Quality of letter of interest, Quality of work samples, Background and prior work experience, Demonstration of project understanding and ability to meet project schedule, Consideration of project criteria in conceptual design proposal
SUMMARY
The City of Waukee is seeking public art for the Spring Crest Park Project located in Waukee, Iowa.
The project involves commissioning an artist or artist team to develop, fabricate, and install permanent, playful, and engaging public art on a concrete pedestal with a 4,000 PSI weight restriction. The preliminary budget is $50,000, and submissions are due by November 2, 2026. Required elements include a letter of interest, artist resume, three references, and 3-5 work samples of completed outdoor public works of art valued at least $25,000.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Quality of letter of interest
- Quality of work samples
- Background and prior work experience
- Demonstration of project understanding and ability to meet project schedule
- Consideration of project criteria in conceptual design proposal
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Permanent artwork
- Artist design
- Fabrication
- Installation
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Letter of interest
- Biographical information or resume
- Three references
- Work samples
- List of work samples with description and budget
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Waukee, Iowa
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Waukee?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 2, 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. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Nick Osborne.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Waukee in IA, 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 Nick Osborne at (515) 978-7902. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Permanent artwork, Artist design, Fabrication, Installation. 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, Quality of work samples, Background and prior work experience, Demonstration of project understanding and ability to meet project schedule, Consideration of project crit..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Waukee?
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 2, 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. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: letter of interest,biographical information or resume,three references,work samples,list of work samples with description and budget. Review the full document from City of Waukee for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Waukee, Iowa. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.