The City of Fairburn and the City of Union City are seeking proposals for an innovative public outdoor art mural to be displayed on the CSX overpass wall. The project requires artists with at least 1-3 years of experience in murals or public art. Proposals are due by August 25, 2026, at 5:00 PM EST. An optional pre-bid meeting will be held on July 30, 2026. All questions must be submitted by August 6, 2026. The artwork must be original, appropriate for public viewing, and durable. The selected artist will be responsible for design, fabrication, and installation. The estimated lifespan of the mural is 3-5 years.
The project must be completed by December, 2026. Bidders must submit their proposals by Tuesday, August 25, 2026, at 5:00 PM EST.
The city agrees to pay the service provider following receipt of a detailed invoice reflecting the actual work performed, with a maximum price for materials, labor, and expenses as reflected in Exhibit B.
The crosswalk art is expected to have a lifespan of approximately 3-5 years without the need for major maintenance until after that time.
Proposals will be evaluated based on artistic merit, feasibility, experience, and responsiveness to project goals.
Eligible applicants must be artists aged 18 and over, with at least 1-3 years of experience painting murals, crosswalks, or other public artworks. Applicants must be legal to work in the United States.
Vendors are encouraged to attend the optional pre-bid meeting, which will be held on Thursday, July 30, 2026, at 10:00 a. m. EST via Microsoft Teams.
Proposals must include work samples (3-5 examples) and up to ten (5) images of past work may be sent as digital images in PDF or JPEG format.
All questions or requests for clarification must be submitted on the bidnet portal by Thursday, August 6, 2026, at 4:00 PM EST.
Failure to provide requested information in complete and accurate detail may result in rejection of the bid. Failure to furnish a certification or an explanation shall disqualify such person from participation in this transaction.