Opportunity
New York State Contract Reporter #2135051
Seneca Falls Mural Project Solicitation for Ovid Street Canalside Enhancement
Posted
October 04, 2023
Respond By
June 01, 2026
Identifier
2135051
NAICS
238320
This opportunity invites New York-based mural artists to participate in the Ovid Street Canalside Enhancement Mural Project in Seneca Falls, NY. - Government Buyer: - Town of Seneca Falls, New York - Contact: Alex Hall - Project Overview: - Design and installation of a mural on an 820 square foot smooth concrete retaining wall - Mural theme: History and industrial significance of the Seneca-Cayuga Canal and its connection to the Erie Canal - Part of the Downtown Revitalization Initiative (DRI) to promote community assets and economic growth - Requirements: - Artists must use provided reference materials for proposal development - Open only to New York-based mural artists - Submissions via JotForm - Minority/Women Business Enterprise (MWBE) contracting goal of 30% - Products/Services Requested: - Mural Design and Installation (1 project) - No OEMs or commercial vendors are specified, as this is a public art solicitation - Place of Performance: - Ovid Street, Seneca Falls, NY (retaining wall location) - Submission Contact: - 300 State St. Suite 201, Rochester, NY 14614 (for administrative purposes) - Unique/Notable Requirements: - MWBE goal of 30% - Emphasis on canal history and community enhancement
Description
The Town of Seneca Falls is seeking qualified mural artists for the Canalside Enhancement Project, which includes a mural on Ovid Street. The mural will celebrate the history of the Seneca-Cayuga Canal and its significance to Seneca Falls' industrial growth. The project covers an 820 square foot smooth concrete wall and aims to educate visitors, promote local history, and encourage economic growth. Artists must submit qualifications via JOTFORM by June 1, 2026, and use provided reference materials for their proposals. Minority/Women Business Enterprise contracting goals are set at 30%.