Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority - Bladensburg Bus Garage Public Art Project - RFQ 2026
Utah Arts Advisory Board | State of UtahState · Salt Lake City, UT- Due
- Nov 15, 2026
- 9 days left
- Posted
- Oct 14, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Dag Andargatchew
- (801) 678-5826
The 30-second brief
The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) Art in Transit Program seeks professional artists or artist-led teams to design, fabricate, and install a permanent, site-specific three-dimensional artwork, such as a sculpture or functional artwork, for the Bladensburg Bus Garage Reconstruction Project in Washington, D.C. The artwork will be located at the main entrance along Bladensburg Rd NE near 28th Street NE and must be durable, low-maintenance, and suitable for a high-traffic transit environment. The total public art budget is a firm fixed price of $330,000. Submissions are due on November 15, 2026, via CaFÉ. The project requires compliance with IBC and ADA standards, and general liability insurance of $1,000,000.
Three-dimensional site-specific artwork, Sculpture, Structural engineering calculations and drawings, Stamped drawings/renderings, Itemized cost breakdown, Project schedule, Installation plan, Maintenance and conservation plan, Final completion report
Completeness of the application, artistic merit of body of work, appropriateness of qualifications, strong conceptual skills, originality of approaches, ability to design artwork sensitive to contexts, ability to translate concepts into materials, successful execution of similar projects, experience collaborating with public agencies, quality of work, site-specificity, durability of materials
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Summary
The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) Art in Transit Program seeks professional artists or artist-led teams to design, fabricate, and install a permanent, site-specific three-dimensional artwork, such as a sculpture or functional artwork, for the Bladensburg Bus Garage Reconstruction Project in Washington, D.C. The artwork will be located at the main entrance along Bladensburg Rd NE near 28th Street NE and must be durable, low-maintenance, and suitable for a high-traffic transit environment.
The total public art budget is a firm fixed price of $330,000. Submissions are due on November 15, 2026, via CaFÉ. The project requires compliance with IBC and ADA standards, and general liability insurance of $1,000,000.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
12- Completeness of the application
- Artistic merit of body of work
- Appropriateness of qualifications
- Strong conceptual skills
- Originality of approaches
- Ability to design artwork sensitive to contexts
- Ability to translate concepts into materials
- Successful execution of similar projects
- Experience collaborating with public agencies
- Quality of work
- Site-specificity
- Durability of materials
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
9- Three-dimensional site-specific artwork
- Sculpture
- Structural engineering calculations and drawings
- Stamped drawings/renderings
- Itemized cost breakdown
- Project schedule
- Installation plan
- Maintenance and conservation plan
- Final completion report
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Statement of Interest, résumé, up to 17 images and up to 3 videos of previously completed artworks, 1-2 page list of past works
- Submit to
- https://opportunities.wearecreativewest.org/opportunity/16593/CAFE
- Duration
- 6 months
- Scope location
- Washington, DC
- Projected sq ft
- 0 sq ft
- Reported agency
- Washington Metropolitan Area Transit 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 November 15, 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: https://opportunities.wearecreativewest.org/opportunity/16593/CAFE. For questions, contact Dag Andargatchew.
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?
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 Dag Andargatchew 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: Three-dimensional site-specific artwork, Sculpture, Structural engineering calculations and drawings, Stamped drawings/renderings, Itemized cost breakdown, Project schedule, Installation plan, Maintenance and conservation plan, Final completion report. 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: "Completeness of the application, artistic merit of body of work, appropriateness of qualifications, strong conceptual skills, originality of approaches, ability to design artwork sensitive to contexts..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 15, 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 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: Statement of Interest, résumé, up to 17 images and up to 3 videos of previously completed artworks, 1-2 page list of past works. Review the full document from Utah Arts Advisory Board | State of Utah for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Washington, DC. The total projected area is 0 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.