Compensated Public Mural Project - French Market Plaza
| Location: | Illinois |
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| Posted: | Feb 26, 2026 |
| Due: | Mar 9, 2026 |
| Agency: | City of Wheaton |
| Type of Government: | State & Local |
| Category: |
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| Solicitation No: | 26-38 |
| Publication URL: | To access bid details, please log in. |
| Bid Number: |
26-38
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| Bid Title: |
Compensated Public Mural Project - French Market Plaza
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| Category: | City of Wheaton Bids - Contracted Services |
| Status: | Open |
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PUBLIC NOTICE
REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL #26-38
COMPENSATED PUBLIC MURAL PROJECT – FRENCH MARKET PLAZA
The Fine and Cultural Arts Commission for the City of Wheaton, Illinois, invites qualified artists to submit
materials for consideration for a compensated public mural project. This project is intended to enhance the
visual environment of the community while reflecting Wheaton’s character, history, and commitment to public
art. Artists interested in submitting can download the packet directly from the City’s website at Bid Postings •
Wheaton, IL • CivicEngage and on DemandStar.com. The packet contains a detailed description of the project,
site photographs, layout, and specific requirements for the format and content of submission. This
advertisement will remain posted for a total of 30 calendar days prior to acceptance of proposals and will be on
continuous display on the City’s website and on DemandStar.com.
Inquiries and/or questions pertaining to the provisions and specifications of this proposal package shall be
directed to the Procurement Officer, in writing at asperkowski@wheaton.il.us. Questions will be accepted until
Wednesday, February 25, 2026, at 11:00 am (CST). Questions will be answered via addendum and posted to
the City’s website at Bid Postings • Wheaton, IL • CivicEngage and on DemandStar.com. No questions will be
accepted or answered verbally. No questions will be accepted or answered after the Wednesday, February 25,
2026, at 11:00 am (CST) cut-off date/time. It is the artist’s responsibility to check the website before submitting
their Proposal.
Submittals must be received by March 9, 2026, no later than 12:00 pm (CST).
Electronic Proposals shall be submitted to:
asperkowski@wheaton.il.us
City of Wheaton,
303 W. Wesley Street - 1st Floor Finance Counter
Wheaton, IL 60187
Attn: Tony Sperkowski, Procurement Officer
Proposals received after the closing time and date will be rejected. Do not include cost information with your
submittal.
City of Wheaton’s written procedures substantially follow guidelines set forth in Section 5-5 of IDOT’s BLRS
Manual and specifically Section 5-5.06 (e), therefore approval from the FHWA does not apply.
The City of Wheaton encourages minority Artists to submit proposals.
Public Notice
General Information
The Fine and Cultural Arts Commission for the City of Wheaton, Illinois, invites qualified artists to submit
materials for consideration for a compensated public mural project. This project is intended to enhance the
visual environment of the community while reflecting Wheaton’s character, history, and commitment to public
art.
Project Description
The selected artist will be responsible for the design and execution of a permanent mural at a
designated public location within the City of Wheaton.
• Location: French Market Plaza in downtown Wheaton
• Mural Size: Varies from 5 foot to 6 foot high along the length of a 180-foot smooth
concrete wall (see site photos attached)
• Theme: Historical timeline of Wheaton from 1776 to 2026 in celebration of the 250th
anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Note: Mural color
palette needs to work with the existing mural. (see site photos below)
• Timeline: February, 2026 – Call for Artists Issued
March 9th, 2026 at 12:00 pm –Submissions Due
March 10th– 30th, 2026 – Proposal Review Period
March 31st, 2026 – Artist Notification
April 6th, 2026– Winning Proposal Announced
April 7th – June 15th – Project Completion
Location
Photographs of the area are attached as Attachment 1.
Artist Fee
The selected artist will receive a negotiated artist fee in recognition of the artist’s creative services,
including concept development, design, and project coordination. This artist fee is inclusive of costs
related to materials, fabrication, equipment, installation, insurance, and other project-related expenses.
Payment of the artist fee will be made in accordance with City contracting requirements
City’s Graphic Designer Art Wall Agreement (Exhibit B)
The attached Professional Artistic Services Agreement is the City’s standard agreement which specifically
outlines the contractual liabilities and shall be used for this project. In submitting a proposal, the firm agrees to
enter into an agreement with the City utilizing the City’s standard Graphic Designer Art Wall Agreement.
Illinois Municipal Compliance Requirements
The selected artist will be required to enter into a written agreement with the City of Wheaton
and comply with all applicable federal, State of Illinois, and local laws, ordinances, and
regulations. Compliance requirements may include, but are not limited to:
• Submission of a completed W-9 form
• Proof of general liability insurance meeting City requirements
EXHIBIT A
RFP#26-38 COMPENSATED PUBLIC MURAL PROJECT – FRENCH MARKET PLAZA
• Completion of an artist waiver that releases any claims to the created art.
Final contract terms and requirements will be provided to the selected artist.
Eligibility
The City encourages submissions from professional artists with demonstrated
experience in large-scale or outdoor public art projects. Artists of all backgrounds are
encouraged to apply.
Submittal Requirements
Interested artists should submit the following materials for review:
• A brief letter of interest
• A current résumé or curriculum vitae
• Examples of relevant past work (images or portfolio link) with a focus on the approach
that you would be proposing for this site
• A brief description of the artist’s general approach to public art
• Procurement Forms:
o References Form (Exhibit D)
o Listing of Subcontractors, Consultants and Agents Form (Exhibit E)
o Vendor Certification Form (Exhibit F)
o Vendor Information Reporting Form (Exhibit G)
o Certificate of Insurance
o W9 Form
Selection Process
Submissions will be reviewed by a selection committee. Finalists may be asked to participate in
an interview and/or submit a more detailed proposal. The City reserves the right to request
additional information from respondents in order to clarify the content of their proposal and to
ensure a full and complete understanding of each proposal. The artist to be recommended for
award will be the one whose proposal is determined to be the most advantageous to the City and
best works with the existing mural artwork and color palette.
Due Date for Written Questions
All questions, either administrative or technical, shall be submitted via email to Tony Sperkowski
at asperkowski@wheaton.il.us no later than February 25, 2025, at 11:00 am (CST).
Addenda
All questions, clarifications or revisions regarding this solicitation will be issued via written
addendum and published on the City’s website and on DemandStar. Each firm shall acknowledge
receipt of any addenda on the fee Proposal form (Exhibit D). Each firm, by acknowledging receipt
of any addenda, is responsible for the content of the addenda and any changes to the solicitation.
Failure to acknowledge the issued addenda may cause your submittal to be rejected.
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Scope of Services
EXHIBIT A
RFP#26-38 COMPENSATED PUBLIC MURAL PROJECT – FRENCH MARKET PLAZA
Costs Incurred in Responding
All costs incurred by the firm for proposal preparation and participation in this competitive
procurement will be the sole responsibility of the firm. The City will not reimburse any firms for
such costs. The City reserves the right to reject any or all proposals received. This RFP does not
constitute a binding obligation on the part of the City to award a contract.
Confidential Information
Firms stating any portion of their proposal as proprietary or confidential must specifically identify
what documents or portions of documents they consider confidential. Failure to do so may result
in information becoming a public record.
Insurance (Exhibit C)
Insurance is required as listed in Exhibit C – Insurance requirements. Provide a current Certificate
of Insurance with your submittal.
No Response to RFP
If you are unable to submit a response, please return the ‘No-Participation’ form included in the
RFP.
RFP Submittal
Submittals must be received by March 9, 2026, 12:00 pm (CST).
Submit one (1) original hard copy to:
City of Wheaton
Procurement Services
303 W. Wesley Street
Wheaton, IL 60187-0727
Attn: Tony Sperkowski, Procurement Officer
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Scope of Services
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