Opportunity
Loudoun County Public Schools Ionwave #Q27012
Design, Creation, and Installation of a Themed Mural at Banneker Elementary School
Posted
June 29, 2026
Respond By
August 31, 2026
Identifier
Q27012
NAICS
541430
Loudoun County Public Schools (LCPS) is seeking proposals for the design, creation, and installation of a large-scale outdoor mural at Banneker Elementary School in Ashburn, Virginia. - Government Buyer: - Loudoun County Public Schools (LCPS) - Department of Business & Financial Services, Procurement and Risk Management Services - Project Scope: - Design, create, and install a mural on a 66-foot by 16-foot exterior gym wall - Mural theme: "The Heart and Soul of St. Louis" and "It Takes a Village," reflecting the history of the African American community of St. Louis, Virginia - Mural must include a protective coating against UV radiation, sun exposure, and graffiti - Artist or artist team must provide a full project budget, including design, materials, creation, installation assistance, and travel expenses - Proposals must include a sketch, cover letter or statement, images of similar past work, mural dimensions and location, artist resume and portfolio, estimated timeline, and budget - Selected artist must obtain liability insurance and transfer all mural rights to the Loudoun County School Board - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are named, as this is a call for original artwork and services - Notable Requirements: - Protective coating for durability and vandalism resistance - Transfer of all rights to the mural to the school board - Emphasis on community history and engagement in the mural design
Description
Loudoun County Public Schools (LCPS) is seeking submissions for the design, creation, and placement of a mural on the outside wall of the gym at Banneker Elementary School in Ashburn, VA. The project includes designing, creating, and installing the mural, which should have a protective coating against UV radiation, sun exposure, and graffiti. Installation is planned for Spring 2027. The solicitation is open to all artists, including emerging artists and artist teams, who must submit proposals through the LCPS Electronic Bidding System by August 31, 2026.