When is the submission deadline?

Submissions are due September 23, 2026. Questions must be submitted by September 9, 2026.

What is the budget for this RFP?

The published budget is $10,000 – $15,000.

It was issued by Bayer Construction & Larson Construction. The work is located in Manhattan, Kansas, United States.

Who is a good fit for this opportunity?

Professional mural artist or studio with experience delivering large-scale commissioned murals. Demonstrated ability to develop original, site-specific artwork and color renderings. Experienced in surface preparation, paint application, and full-service installation. Capable of supplying materials, equipment, labor, site protection, and cleanup. Strong portfolio of community-focused or corporate mural projects.

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Overview

Arts, Culture & Sports

Manhattan, Kansas, United StatesPosted: September 1, 2026Deadline: September 23, 2026

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SUMMARY

The organization is seeking a mural artist or team to design and install an original, site-specific company mural in Kansas. The work includes rendering, surface preparation, materials, installation labor, site safety, and restoration.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Must be a professional mural artist or artist-led team
Must be age 18 or older
Demonstrated experience with large-scale exterior artwork is strongly preferred
Must be able to meet the September 23rd, 2026 proposal deadline
Must provide a completed W-9
Must provide evidence of insurance
Artist teams must identify one lead artist authorized to contract on behalf of the team

BUDGET

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$10,000 – $15,000

TIMELINE

RFP issued: August 31st, 2026

Optional questions due: September 9th, 2026

Responses/addendum shared: September 16th, 2026

Proposals due: September 23rd, 2026

Finalist conversation: September 24th–25th, 2026

Artist selected and notified: October 2nd, 2026

Kickoff and site confirmation: November 2026

Final design approval: January 31st, 2027

Surface preparation/mobilization: April 2027

On-site installation: May–June 2027

Completion deadline: June 4th, 2027

Public unveiling: July 2nd, 2027

QUESTION DEADLINE

September 9, 2026

CONTACTS

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Issuing Agency

Bayer Construction & Larson Construction

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DESCRIPTION

The organization seeks a qualified mural artist or artist team to create an original, site-specific company mural reflecting the culture, people, and communities it serves. The selected vendor will be responsible for developing artwork that aligns with the organization's identity and site context.

The scope includes producing a final color rendering mapped to the wall, along with palette and material specifications. The vendor must prepare the surface as agreed and provide all artist-supplied paint, materials, equipment, and labor. The vendor will also be responsible for maintaining a clean and secure work area and restoring the site upon completion.

All questions must be submitted no later than September 9, 2026. Proposals are due by September 23, 2026.

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Frequently asked questions

When is the submission deadline?: Submissions are due September 23, 2026. Questions must be submitted by September 9, 2026.
What is the budget for this RFP?: The published budget is $10,000 – $15,000.
Who issued this RFP?: It was issued by Bayer Construction & Larson Construction. The work is located in Manhattan, Kansas, United States.
Who is a good fit for this opportunity?: Professional mural artist or studio with experience delivering large-scale commissioned murals
Demonstrated ability to develop original, site-specific artwork and color renderings
Experienced in surface preparation, paint application, and full-service installation
Capable of supplying materials, equipment, labor, site protection, and cleanup
Strong portfolio of community-focused or corporate mural projects

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