OVERVIEW

The City of Petaluma Public Art Committee (PPAC) is issuing this Request for Proposal (RFP) to California-based artists or artist teams for the design, fabrication, and installation of an original, durable and low-maintenance outdoor public artwork suitable for placement on city-owned property. The budget for the project is up to $25,000 and timeframe for project completion is twelve (12) months or less from signing of the contract. City staff will screen submitted proposals, then the PPAC will review submittals to award one artist/team the contract to execute their public art concept(s). Further details are provided in this RFP.

ELIGIBILITY

This opportunity is open to all practicing professional California-based artists and artist teams over the age of 18. Previous experience in public art is desired but not required. The artist/artist team awarded the contract will be required to comply with the City of Petaluma’s insurance and liability requirements in addition to other selection requirements outlined in this RFP.

HOW TO APPLY

Go online to https://petalumapublicart.slideroom.com/#/permalink/program/62336 and select Small Artworks Commission and complete the online form. Applications must be received by the City no later than Thursday, September 30, 2021 at 5:00 PM PST and must be submitted digitally through SlideRoom. Please refer to ‘Application Requirements’ below for more information about required application materials and deliverables.

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The deadline for RFP submissions is Thursday, September 30, 2021 at 5:00PM (PST).