When is the submission deadline?

Submissions are due June 18, 2026. Questions must be submitted by June 15, 2026.

What is the budget for this RFP?

The published budget is $40,000.

It was issued by City Of Durham. The work is located in Durham, North Carolina, United States.

Who is a good fit for this opportunity?

Experienced artist or arts organization specializing in public art. Demonstrated expertise in community engagement and site-specific design. Proven track record in designing, fabricating, and installing murals and wayfinding projects. Knowledge of placemaking strategies. Ability to collaborate with diverse communities.

Artist Residency Program Service (Due June 18, 2026)

Overview

Arts, Culture & Sports

Durham, North Carolina, United StatesPosted: May 19th, 2026Deadline: June 18th, 2026

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SUMMARY

Seeking an artist or team to lead a residency program integrating community input into murals and placemaking projects in public parking spaces.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

BUDGET

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$40,000

CONTRACT DURATION

12 months

TIMELINE

Open Call for Artists/RFI Release/Promotion: May 18th, 2026

Pre-Submittal Meeting for Potential Applicants: June 10th, 2026

Open Call/RFI Deadline: June 18th, 2026

Review Committee to meet to evaluate submissions: July 1st, 2026

Finalist Interviews: July 6th – July 10th, 2026

City to notify Artist(s) of decision: July 17th, 2026

Contract Development & Signing: July – August 2026

Residency Kick-Off & Orientation: September 2026

Community Engagement, Design, and Installation: September 2026 – August 2027

Final Presentation, Documentation & Project Closeout: August 2027

QUESTION DEADLINE

June 15th, 2026

Issuing Agency

City Of Durham

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DESCRIPTION

This RFI seeks a qualified vendor to provide an artist residency program service. The selected artist will design and lead activities to engage residents, ensuring that the resulting designs integrate community stories and perspectives. Insights gained from these activities will inform preliminary design concepts for wayfinding and placemaking interventions.

The artist will serve the community through arts-based solutions aimed at beautifying public parking spaces, specifically tasked with the creation of four murals and additional wayfinding element projects. Responsibilities include designing, fabricating, and installing creative solutions that enhance placemaking and wayfinding, with a focus on public art, community engagement, and site-specific design.

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Frequently asked questions

When is the submission deadline?: Submissions are due June 18, 2026. Questions must be submitted by June 15, 2026.
What is the budget for this RFP?: The published budget is $40,000.
Who issued this RFP?: It was issued by City Of Durham. The work is located in Durham, North Carolina, United States.
Who is a good fit for this opportunity?: Experienced artist or arts organization specializing in public art
Demonstrated expertise in community engagement and site-specific design
Proven track record in designing, fabricating, and installing murals and wayfinding projects
Knowledge of placemaking strategies
Ability to collaborate with diverse communities

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