Mural-2026 - Town of Frederick Arts Committee Frederick Engineering Building Mural Project Call for Artists
Town of FrederickCity · Frederick, CO- Due
- Oct 20, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 24, 2026
The 30-second brief
The Town of Frederick Arts Committee invites artists to submit designs for a new public mural at the Frederick Engineering Building, located at 323 Fifth Street, Frederick, CO 80530. The available mural area is approximately 80.5 feet in length by 11 feet in height, requiring a bright, vibrant, and inclusive original artwork that celebrates Frederick's mining history, community traditions, and future. Total compensation for the project is $19,000.00, which includes artist fees, artwork, and installation during December 2026. Submissions are due by October 20, 2026, at 5:00 P.M. to the Town Clerk's Office via email at [email protected].
Artist's name or company name, Email address, Phone number, Proposed mural design or rendering, Examples of previous artwork
Reflect Frederick's history, community, and identity, Create a cohesive and visually engaging mural, Incorporate the spirit of Frederick's mining heritage and present-day community, Celebrate the community in an inclusive and welcoming manner, Meet the design and technical requirements of the project, Appropriately utilize the full mural space, Demonstrate artistic quality and creativity, Create a durable and appropriate public artwork for the project location, Align with the goals of the Town of Frederick Arts Master Plan
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Summary
The Town of Frederick Arts Committee invites artists to submit designs for a new public mural at the Frederick Engineering Building, located at 323 Fifth Street, Frederick, CO 80530.
The available mural area is approximately 80.5 feet in length by 11 feet in height, requiring a bright, vibrant, and inclusive original artwork that celebrates Frederick's mining history, community traditions, and future. Total compensation for the project is $19,000.00, which includes artist fees, artwork, and installation during December 2026. Submissions are due by October 20, 2026, at 5:00 P.M. to the Town Clerk's Office via email at [email protected].
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Reflect Frederick's history, community, and identity, Create a cohesive and visually engaging mural, Incorporate the spirit of Frederick's mining heritage and present-day community, Celebrate the community in an inclusive and welcoming manner, Meet the design and technical requirements of the project, Appropriately utilize the full mural space, Demonstrate artistic quality and creativity, Create a durable and appropriate public artwork for the project location, Align with the goals of the Town of Frederick Arts Master Plan
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Artist's name or company name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Proposed mural design or rendering
- Examples of previous artwork
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
required parental consent form
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Frederick, CO
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Town of Frederick?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 20, 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].
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Town of Frederick in CO, 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.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Artist's name or company name, Email address, Phone number, Proposed mural design or rendering, Examples of previous artwork. 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: "Reflect Frederick's history, community, and identity, Create a cohesive and visually engaging mural, Incorporate the spirit of Frederick's mining heritage and present-day community, Celebrate the comm..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Frederick?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Frederick are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Frederick 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 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: required parental consent form. Review the full document from Town of Frederick for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Frederick, CO. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.