Open Arts, Culture & Sports RFPs

Public art commissions, museum exhibits, cultural programming, sports facility operations, and recreation services.

Open RFPs
41
Posted in last 30 days
27
Median disclosed budget
$80,000
Next deadline
July 30, 2026

Updated hourly from the Settle RFP Hunter database.

Most active issuers

  • National Endowment For The Arts (4)
  • City Of Durham General Services Department (1)
  • City Of Lauderhill (1)
  • City Of Madison (1)
  • City Of Camrose (1)

Arts and Handicrafts Services for Seniors

Seeking a vendor to provide arts and handicrafts services for seniors in New York. The resulting contract is expected to run for one year.

Deadline:
July 30, 2026
Issuer:
Hempstead, Town Of
Location:
Hempstead, New York, United States

Arts and Culture General Operating Support Services

A Philadelphia government authority is seeking general operating support for arts and culture organizations that strengthen the region’s civic and cultural infrastructure. Priority is placed on inclusive, high-quality organizations that expand access and address barriers for historically marginalized communities.

Deadline:
July 30, 2026
Budget:
$675,000
Issuer:
William Penn Foundation
Location:
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States; Camden, New Jersey, United States; Pennsylvania, United States; Pennsylvania, United States; Pennsylvania, United States; Pennsylvania, United States

Muralist Services

Seeking a professional muralist to design and implement site-specific artwork in California, including community input and policy compliance.

Deadline:
July 30, 2026
Issuer:
Los Angeles Unified School District
Location:
Los Angeles, California, United States

Outdoor History and Records Wall Design and Installation Services

Seeking a vendor to design and install a weatherproof outdoor history and records wall, incorporating both artistic and community elements in Florida.

Deadline:
July 30, 2026
Budget:
$20,000
Issuer:
Village Of Islamorada
Location:
Islamorada, Florida, United States

Entertainment Services

Seeking a vendor to provide entertainment services on an as-needed basis in the United States Virgin Islands. Limited details are available beyond the general service need.

Deadline:
August 5, 2026
Location:
Virgin Islands, United States

Public Art Consultant Services

The city is seeking a qualified public art consultant to provide professional support for the planning, administration, implementation, and long-term management of its public art program. The anticipated contract term is three years.

Deadline:
August 6, 2026
Issuer:
City Of Lauderhill
Location:
Lauderhill, Florida, United States

Public Art Project Services

Seeking an artist or public art firm to design and install a public artwork or mural that highlights climate-related issues such as urban heat islands and flooding. The work includes concept development, stakeholder coordination, community engagement, installation, and maintenance planning.

Deadline:
August 6, 2026
Budget:
$25,000
Issuer:
City Of Somersworth
Location:
Somersworth, New Hampshire, United States

Rotating Public Art Display Service

The project seeks a vendor to design, supply, and install a durable screening wall in Michigan that will support future rotating public art panels. The artwork itself will be procured separately in a later phase.

Deadline:
August 7, 2026
Location:
Michigan, United States

Youth Sports Education Opportunity Funding Service

Seeking a vendor to deliver a youth sports education opportunity funding service supporting sports and educational programming for youth ages 6 to 17 in New York. The one-year contract focuses on educational, physical, and social-emotional outcomes.

Deadline:
August 7, 2026
Location:
New York, United States

Art Supplies

A procurement opportunity is available for the supply of art supplies in Ohio. Limited information is provided, but the requirement is for a vendor capable of furnishing the requested materials.

Deadline:
August 10, 2026
Location:
Ohio, United States

Film and Creative Industries Program Service

RFP for a one-year program to build the film and creative workforce, support local productions, and drive economic growth in Hilo, Hawaii.

Deadline:
August 10, 2026
Budget:
$10,000 – $25,000
Issuer:
County Of Hawaiʻi Department Of Research And Development
Location:
Hilo, Hawaii, United States

DJ Services

The agency is requesting a vendor to provide DJ and MC services for campus events, including music programming, event coordination, and full sound equipment support. The resulting contract will have a one-year term.

Deadline:
August 11, 2026
Location:
Georgia, United States

Festivals and Special Events Services

Seeking vendor to design and manage festivals and special events in North Carolina centered on arts, culture, history, and inclusion.

Deadline:
August 12, 2026
Budget:
$5,000 – $35,000
Issuer:
City Of Durham General Services Department
Location:
Durham, North Carolina, United States

Naming Rights Services

One-year contract opportunity for naming rights services in Alberta, including the negotiation and management of naming partnerships.

Deadline:
August 12, 2026
Issuer:
City Of Camrose
Location:
Camrose, Alberta, Canada

Sports Officiating Services

The Town of Queen Creek is soliciting a contractor to provide sports officiating services for youth and adult leagues, including basketball, volleyball, and softball. The vendor must supply qualified officials, manage substitutions, and meet attendance and professionalism requirements.

Deadline:
August 13, 2026
Location:
Queen Creek, Arizona, United States

Park Destination Art Feature Supplies

This opportunity seeks a vendor to deliver a complete park destination art feature in Alberta, including design, engineering, fabrication, and installation. The final feature should function as a durable, accessible landmark and photo destination that reflects local character and setting.

Deadline:
August 13, 2026
Location:
Alberta, Canada

Downtown Public Mural Service

This opportunity seeks artists or artist teams to design and install one or more downtown public murals as part of a revitalization initiative. The murals are intended to reflect waterfront heritage, local history, and community identity.

Deadline:
August 13, 2026
Location:
New York, United States

Athletic Equipment, Apparel and Related Services

A government authority in Harrisonburg, Virginia is soliciting a vendor for athletic equipment, apparel, and related services. The one-year contract covers fitness equipment, protective gear, bags, and associated products.

Deadline:
August 13, 2026
Issuer:
James Madison University
Location:
Harrisonburg, Virginia, United States

Fine Arts Consulting Services

Seeking a vendor to provide fine arts consulting and clinician services for staff and student development across art, dance, music, theatre, and related areas. The work also includes color guard routine design and student choreography under a one-year contract.

Deadline:
August 14, 2026
Location:
Texas, United States

Choreography Services for Interdisciplinary Dance Production

Seeking choreographers in contemporary, modern, and experimental dance to create a short interdisciplinary work for a staged production at the Center for the Arts. The engagement includes rehearsals starting October 2026 and performances in April 2027.

Deadline:
August 14, 2026
Location:
Illinois, United States

Public Art Program Curator Services

Seeking a curator to manage and enhance the city's public art program by showcasing diverse sculptures, supporting artists, and creating engaging art experiences.

Deadline:
August 14, 2026
Budget:
$42,500
Issuer:
City Of Santa Cruz
Location:
Santa Cruz, California, United States

Downtown Programming Services

A vendor is sought to plan, manage, market, and measure a multi-month series of downtown activities and events running Sunday through Friday. The work includes program design, permitting, community collaboration, outreach, and attendance tracking.

Deadline:
August 17, 2026
Budget:
$56,000
Issuer:
City Of Madison
Location:
Madison, Wisconsin, United States

Public Art Repair, Maintenance, and Restoration Services

Seeking qualified vendors to provide repair, maintenance, conservation, and restoration services for a diverse public art collection in Colorado. The work includes assessments, fabrication, media and lighting upgrades, and care for multiple artwork types under a four-year contract.

Deadline:
August 18, 2026
Location:
Colorado, United States

Public Art Program Coordinator Services

The city is seeking support for coordination and administration of its public art program, including committee support, budget tracking, project coordination, and community outreach. The posting appears to describe a staff or contractor role rather than a formal RFP.

Deadline:
August 20, 2026
Location:
Georgia, United States

Frequently asked questions

How many Arts, Culture & Sports RFPs are open right now?
There are currently 41 open Arts, Culture & Sports RFPs tracked by Settle RFP Hunter, 27 of which were posted in the last 30 days. This page is refreshed hourly.
What budgets do Arts, Culture & Sports RFPs have?
17 of the open listings disclose a budget, with a median of about $80,000. Disclosed budgets range from $0 to $13,000,000.
When is the next submission deadline for Arts, Culture & Sports RFPs?
The soonest submission deadline among open Arts, Culture & Sports RFPs is July 30, 2026. Each listing page shows the full timeline, including question deadlines where published.

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