City of Moorhead #2026 Call for Public Art

City of Moorhead Solicits Proposals for Interactive Movable Public Art Piece

This opportunity invites artists and creative teams to propose an interactive, movable public art piece for the City of Moorhead, Minnesota. - Government Buyer: - City of Moorhead (Minnesota) - Managed by the City Public Art fund - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are named; open to artists and creative teams - Products/Services Requested: - One inspirational, movable public art installation - Must include interactive elements (e.g., kinetic sculpture, digital installation, tactile features) - Quantity: 1 - No part number specified - Design, fabrication, and installation services for the art piece - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Art must promote creativity, youth engagement, and public participation - Must be safe, durable, weather-resistant, and encourage gathering - Proposals must include artist information, project outline, visual representation, maintenance plan, and a budget within $12,500 - Option to propose a permanent location if criteria and property owner approval are met - Submissions reviewed by Artist Review Team, Art and Culture Commission, and City Council - Completion required within one year of notice to proceed - Estimated Contract Value: - $12,500 (fixed budget) - Period of Performance: - Begins after City Council approval; must be completed within one year - No specific NAICS, NIGP, or UNSPSC codes provided

Description

The City of Moorhead is seeking proposals for an inspirational and movable public art piece to be located at various locations throughout Moorhead. The art piece should include interactive elements such as kinetic sculptures, digital installations, or tactile features to engage the community. The project aims to promote creativity, youth engagement, and public participation while ensuring the piece is safe, durable, weather-resistant, and encourages people to gather. Proposals are due by September 4, 2026, and will be reviewed by the Artist Review Team, the Art and Culture Commission, and the City Council for final approval.

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