Village of Warwick Artist in Residence RFP 2026
Village of WarwickCity · Warwick, NY- Due
- Mar 12, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 9, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Aliza Schiff
The 30-second brief
The Village of Warwick is seeking local artists to serve as its Artist in Residence (AIR) for a one-year term. The program aims to expose the community to local artists' work, create engagement opportunities, and support artists' careers. The AIR will conduct a public artist talk, a hands-on workshop, and a public showcase/exhibition.
Public artist talk, Hands-on workshop, Public showcase or exhibition
Artistic excellence, interest and ability to engage with the community, potential to impact artist's career, artist's understanding of the opportunity and program
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Summary
The Village of Warwick is seeking local artists to serve as its Artist in Residence (AIR) for a one-year term.
The program aims to expose the community to local artists' work, create engagement opportunities, and support artists' careers. The AIR will conduct a public artist talk, a hands-on workshop, and a public showcase/exhibition.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Artistic excellence
- Interest and ability to engage with the community
- Potential to impact artist's career
- Artist's understanding of the opportunity and program
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Public artist talk
- Hands-on workshop
- Public showcase or exhibition
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- 5-10 images or digital files of recent works with descriptions
- Corresponding image information
- Letter of interest
- Resume or bio
- Contact information and website/social media links
- 3-5 professional references
- Optional short video
REQUIRED STAFFING
Artist in Residence
- Submit to
- online portal (https://zealous.co/viapartnershipllp/opportunity/village-of-warwick-artist-in-residence/)
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Town of Warwick, Florida, Greenwood Lake, Warwick
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Village of Warwick?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 12, 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: online portal (https://zealous.co/viapartnershipllp/opportunity/village-of-warwick-artist-in-residence/). For questions, contact Aliza Schiff.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Village of Warwick in NY, 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 Aliza Schiff. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: Artist in Residence. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Public artist talk, Hands-on workshop, Public showcase or exhibition. 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: "Artistic excellence, interest and ability to engage with the community, potential to impact artist's career, artist's understanding of the opportunity and program" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Village of Warwick?
All active and historical solicitations from Village of Warwick are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Village of Warwick regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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: 5-10 images or digital files of recent works with descriptions, corresponding image information, letter of interest, resume or bio, contact information and website/social media links, 3-5 professional. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Village of Warwick for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Town of Warwick, Florida, Greenwood Lake, Warwick. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.