RFP - Planning Consultant Services for Public Arts Master Plan

Questions pertaining to this RFP shall be in writing and directed to Chris Engel at cengel@merriam.org. The deadline for questions is 1:00 p.m. CST, June 15, 2023. The City of Merriam, Kansas is seeking proposals from qualified consultants with specific experience in public art master planning for the purpose of developing the first Public Arts Master Plan for the City of Merriam. The selected consultant will work in conjunction with City staff and Merriam's Public Art Committee to gather and utilize broad public involvement in the creation of the Merriam Public Arts Master Plan. Proposals should include information demonstrating experience in public arts planning and community outreach, as well as the information requested in this RFP. The goals of the Public Arts Master Plan are to assist the City in establishing an approach to public art, to develop guidance for the City's Public Art Program, to identify key locations for public art placement through Merriam, and to set priorities for public art with the City. The Public Arts Master Plan should identify a unified community vision, establish a plan for potential selections and placement of public art throughout the community, and strive to educate the public about the role public art plays in the community. The Public Arts Master Plan will provide direction to the City on the planning and processes necessary to develop, administer and maintain a Public Art Program. SCOPE OF WORK The final Public Arts Master Plan shall include, but is not limited to, the following key elements: Establish a vision, values, and goals for the Public Arts Master Plan; Provide recommendations for site placement of permanent and temporary public art. This includes reviewing and becoming familiar with existing policies, local codes and planned future developments; Identify clear goals and action strategies that include both short-term and long-term priorities, estimated budget and costs, and clear implementation dates; Outreach to and engagement of the Merriam community, including a diverse range of stakeholders; Provide a thorough inventory and assessment of the City's cultural assets and opportunities; Recommended public art guidelines, policies, and processes; Recommended policies and programs related to the implementation of the mission, vision, and goals for the Public Arts Master Plan, including temporary and permanent physical art grants, cultural art grants, and other programs; The following items can be included as an add alternative in the bid: Identification of potential funding models for public art; and Establish standards for maintenance, upkeep and replacement.

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