What the buyer needs
AI summaryThe City of Flagstaff seeks proposals from artists, designers, and illustrators living in the United States to create original artwork for one traffic signal cabinet on the Fourth Street Corridor. Submissions must cover all five sides of the utility cabinet and be suitable for large-format vinyl printing. Applicants must submit proposals electronically through the OpenGov portal by Monday, December 14, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. Arizona Time. Submissions must include a statement of interest under 700 words and up to five visual renderings showcasing the proposed design. An optional pre-proposal meeting takes place on November 20, 2026, at noon Arizona Time, and prospective applicants must submit all questions via OpenGov by 5:00 p.m. on December 9, 2026.
Scope of work
- Original two-dimensional artwork design covering all five sides (four panels plus top) of an APS utility cabinet
- Statement of interest including qualifications, proposal description, and general project approach
- Up to five visual rendering images showcasing the proposed design on the cabinet
- Final design submitted in digital format at 200-300 DPI (AI, PDF, EPS, or equivalent print-ready file)
How proposals are evaluated
| Criterion | Weight / scoring |
|---|---|
| Artistic Merit & Originality | 35 points (35% of Total) |
| Site Responsiveness & Community Fit | 35 points (35% of Total) |
| Visibility & Large Format Suitability | 10 points (10% of Total) |
| Technical Feasibility | 10 points (10% of Total) |
| Clarity of Proposal & Qualifications | 10 points (10% of Total) |
Minimum qualifications
- Artists, designers and illustrators age 18 or older who live in the United States
- Submitted designs must be original artwork
Documents to include with your response
- Statement of interest in PDF format (maximum 700 words, minimum 11-point font, with contact info)
- Visual renderings of the proposed artwork (up to 5 images, PowerPoint or JPG preferred)
How to submit
- Method
- Electronic via OpenGov
- Instructions
- Submit online via OpenGov portal at https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/flagstaffaz. Proposals must not exceed a total of 10 pages.
