Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Public Art Commission - Sunrise Towers Mural Project RFQ 2026
City of Winston-SalemCity · Winston-Salem, NC- Due
- Dec 4, 2026
- 23 days left
- Posted
- Oct 21, 2026
- Primary contact
- Erica Palmiter
The 30-second brief
The Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Public Art Commission seeks qualifications from professional artists or artist-led teams to design, paint, and install a mural on two exterior walls of the Sunrise Towers public housing apartment building in east Winston-Salem, NC. The project budget is $100,000 to $150,000. The murals will serve as a landmark along the Martin Luther King Jr. Drive corridor, featuring natural elements, floral designs, landscapes, or abstract patterns with calming color palettes. Each facade measures approximately 185 feet tall by 15 feet wide. Work includes power washing, surface priming, anti-graffiti coating, and UV-resistant protective topcoat application. Submission deadline is December 4, 2026, by 11:59 PM EST via the Submittable Portal. Selected artists must sign an Artist Agreement, maintain commercial general liability and workers' compensation insurance, pass a federal debarment check, and maintain active SAM.gov registration. Evaluation criteria include Overall Artistic Excellence (50 points), Artistic Interpretation (30 points), and Project & Budget Management (20 points).
Overall Artistic Excellence (50), Artistic Interpretation (30), Project & Budget Management (20)
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Summary
The Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Public Art Commission seeks qualifications from professional artists or artist-led teams to design, paint, and install a mural on two exterior walls of the Sunrise Towers public housing apartment building in east Winston-Salem, NC. The project budget is $100,000 to $150,000.
The murals will serve as a landmark along the Martin Luther King Jr. Drive corridor, featuring natural elements, floral designs, landscapes, or abstract patterns with calming color palettes. Each facade measures approximately 185 feet tall by 15 feet wide. Work includes power washing, surface priming, anti-graffiti coating, and UV-resistant protective topcoat application. Submission deadline is December 4, 2026, by 11:59 PM EST via the Submittable Portal. Selected artists must sign an Artist Agreement, maintain commercial general liability and workers' compensation insurance, pass a federal debarment check, and maintain active SAM.gov registration. Evaluation criteria include Overall Artistic Excellence (50 points), Artistic Interpretation (30 points), and Project & Budget Management (20 points).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Statement of Interest
- Resume / CV
- Work Samples (5-10 Images)
- Submit to
- https://cityofwinston-salem.submittable.com/submit
- Scope location
- Winston-Salem, NC
- Reported agency
- Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Public Art Commission
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from City of Winston-Salem?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 4, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://cityofwinston-salem.submittable.com/submit. For questions, contact Erica Palmiter.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including City of Winston-Salem in NC, 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 Erica Palmiter. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "Overall Artistic Excellence (50), Artistic Interpretation (30), Project & Budget Management (20)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 4, 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, Resume / CV, Work Samples (5-10 Images). Review the full document from City of Winston-Salem for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Winston-Salem, NC. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.