Fort Collins Downtown Development Authority - 2027 Sculpture in the Square - Fort Collins RFP 2027
Utah Arts Advisory Board | State of UtahState · Salt Lake City, UT- Due
- Jan 31, 2027
- 86 days left
- Posted
- Oct 26, 2026
- Primary contact
- Hannah Nielsen
- (801) 678-5826
The 30-second brief
Old Town Square in Fort Collins, Colorado is seeking six resilient and durable sculptures for a year-round outdoor sculpture-on-loan exhibit. Selected artists will receive a $1,500 honorarium, and a $1,000 People's Choice Award will be awarded in September 2027. Artworks must be at least 4 feet tall, fit on a 2x2 or 3x3 foot plinth, and include a metal plate for welding. The submission deadline is January 31, 2027, with installation scheduled for April 24, 2027.
Six sculptures for year-round outdoor exhibit
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Summary
Old Town Square in Fort Collins, Colorado is seeking six resilient and durable sculptures for a year-round outdoor sculpture-on-loan exhibit.
Selected artists will receive a $1,500 honorarium, and a $1,000 People's Choice Award will be awarded in September 2027. Artworks must be at least 4 feet tall, fit on a 2x2 or 3x3 foot plinth, and include a metal plate for welding. The submission deadline is January 31, 2027, with installation scheduled for April 24, 2027.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Six sculptures for year-round outdoor exhibit
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
2 different images for each sculpture
- Submit to
- https://opportunities.wearecreativewest.org/opportunity/18389/CAFE
- Scope location
- Fort Collins, Colorado
- Reported agency
- Fort Collins Downtown Development Authority
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Utah Arts Advisory Board | State of Utah?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is January 31, 2027. 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: https://opportunities.wearecreativewest.org/opportunity/18389/CAFE. For questions, contact Hannah Nielsen.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Utah Arts Advisory Board | State of Utah in UT, 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?
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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 Hannah Nielsen at (801) 678-5826. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Six sculptures for year-round outdoor exhibit. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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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: 2 different images for each sculpture. Review the full document from Utah Arts Advisory Board | State of Utah for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
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