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National Arts Grant Award - Pasco

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26-21State & Local

Response Deadline12/08/2026, 10:00:00 PM UTC

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Ben Franklin Transit (BFT) is soliciting proposals under solicitation number 26-21 for a place-based public art initiative to commission local artists for the design of six unique bus wraps. This project, partially funded by the National Endowment for the Arts Our Town discipline, aims to celebrate the distinct character and history of Benton City, Kennewick, Pasco, Prosser, Richland, and West Richland. The total project budget is 90,000 dollars, which includes 60,000 dollars for wrap printing and installation and 30,000 dollars for artist design fees, with each of the six selected artists receiving a flat fee of 5,000 dollars. Eligible artists must be at least 16 years old and reside within the BFT service area. Proposals must be submitted by December 8, 2026, and must include a cover letter, a digital portfolio of up to ten original pieces, and a concept summary of no more than 500 words. AI-generated artwork is strictly prohibited. Selection will be based on a best value determination using a 100-point scoring system, with BFT reserving the right to conduct optional interviews with top-evaluated candidates. The contract requires compliance with 49 CFR part 26 regarding non-discrimination and Disadvantaged Business Enterprises, as well as Washington State public disclosure laws under RCW Chapter 42.56. Legal remedies are designated to the courts of Benton County, Washington. Artists are responsible for providing all labor, supplies, and equipment, and must maintain appropriate insurance and safety programs. Payments are processed after project completion and are due within 30 calendar days of invoice receipt. All work is subject to inspection and approval by BFT to ensure satisfactory completion.

General Info

BFT seeks local artists to design six unique bus wraps for $90,000.

Agency

Washington → Procurement

NAICS

711510 - Independent Artists, Writers, and Performers

Place of Performance

WA, USA

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NONE

Documents

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High

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Timeline

PhaseSolicitation

PostedNov 4

Solicitation

Response DeadlineDec 8

Submission deadline

Response Deadline

12/08/2026, 10:00:00 PM UTCin about 1 month

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyWashington → Procurement

Contacts2 people available

OfficeRichland, WA, 99352, USA

Organization / AgencyWashington → Procurement

Office AddressRichland, WA, 99352, USA

Contacts

Rob OrvisProcurement Manager

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+1 (555) 000-0000

Amy SchumacherProcurement Specialist

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+1 (555) 000-0000

Full Description

The Benton Franklin Public Transit Benefit Area (BFPTBA) is a municipal corporation of the State of Washington. Ben Franklin Transit (BFT) is dedicated to providing public mass transportation within Benton and Franklin Counties in the State of Washington. BFT provides the community with numerous public bus routes, paratransit service meeting ADA requirements for the elderly and disabled, and overseeing Connect, the regional rideshare program. Working in conjunction with other regional organizations, BFT provides an important link in the chain of seamless regional transportation services. BFT carries approximately 2.4 million riders a year on a fixed-route fleet of 71 buses, in addition to 96 paratransit vehicles servicing the region. BFT as the regional public transportation provider for the Mid-Columbia region of Eastern Washington, will launch a place-based public art initiative designed to elevate civic pride, cultural identity, and regional storytelling through transit. BFT will commission local artists to design six unique bus wraps, each celebrating the distinct character and history of one of the six incorporated cities in its service area: Benton City Kennewick Pasco Prosser Richland West Richland These mobile murals will serve as artistic and cultural symbols, uniting communities across Benton and Franklin Counties and reinforcing BFT's role in connecting people, places, and purpose. The initiative builds on BFT's 2025 "Show Us Your City" theme, expanding it from a limited high school student program into an open, professionally fitted, fleet-wide art initiative via a formal Request for Proposals (RFP) process. This program is partially funded and is intended to align with the National Endowment for the Arts' "Our Town" discipline.

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