2-Silver Summit Services Building Art Benches RFP 2026 Final.pdf

Call to Artists - Silver Summit Services Building Exterior Art Benches

Summit County Public Art Attn: Jenny Diersen

Summit County Public Art Coordinator jenny@pcscarts.org

April 2, 2026

Request for Proposals: Silver Summit Services Building Exterior Art Benches

Silver Summit Services Exterior Artwork Project

Celebrating unity, community, justice, service and law and order the Summit County

Public Art Advisory Board (“SCPAAB”) seeks artists or artist teams to propose a concept for up to seven artistic benches to be installed on the exterior of the Sheriff’s

Office/Attorney’s Office at the Silver Summit Services Building. Artists and artists teams may submit designs for one or up to seven benches.

PROJECT BUDGET: Up to $52,000 (8 foot benches are $10,146.35 each, and 5 foot benches are $6,341.46 each)

Budget is inclusive of artists’ fees, usage fees, insurance, labor, equipment and permits to design and produce artwork, artwork installation, and travel costs including airfare, hotel, and ground transportation.

PROJECT TIMELINE:

The projected artwork installation period will take place between summer and fall of 2026.

The respondent should specify the desired installation timeline in their proposal.

ELIGIBILITY:

Any artist or artist teams interested in responding to this Request for Proposals (RFP) may complete a proposal in accordance with the guidelines provided below.

Respondents may submit proposals for one or all seven benches. Additional consideration may be given to submissions with stated relevance and ties to Summit

County, UT. SCPAAB members, employees of Summit County, selection panel members, project personnel, and immediate family members of all of the above are not eligible to apply.

Respondents are instructed not to contact or seek references from County employees, contractors, selection committee members, elected officials or attempt to externally manipulate or influence the procurement process in any way, other than through the instructions provided herein. The County, in its sole discretion, may disqualify a respondent for violation of this provision.

APPLICATION:

Artists and/or artist teams may submit proposals for the Silver Summit Services

Building Exterior Art Benches. Submission of digital materials is required. Please review all guidelines in this RFP and resources provided. Incomplete responses will not be considered.

PRE PROPOSAL MEETING:

A preproposal meeting will be held on Friday, May 15 from 9 to 10 a.m. The preproposal meeting is not mandatory but recommended. To receive a zoom link for the meeting, please email jenny@pcscarts.org by Thursday, May 13 at 5:00 p.m.

QUESTIONS:

All questions regarding this RFP must be submitted in writing through the Utah State’s Procurement Website (UP3 Bonfire) by 5:00 p.m. on Monday, May 18th at 5:00 p.m.

mailto:jenny@pcscarts.org https://utah.bonfirehub.com/portal/?tab=openOpportunities

Responders will be required to create a login to access UP3 Bonfire. Please do not submit the same question multiple times.

DEADLINE:

The deadline for responses is at 5 PM Mountain Time on Friday, May 22nd, 2026.

Digital format responses will only be accepted via email Attn: Jenny Diersen, Public Art

Coordinator jenny@pcscarts.org or by submitting responses through Utah State’s

Procurement Website (UP3 Bonfire). All submissions shall be one PDF file and not exceed 10 pages. Responders will be required to create a login to access UP3 Bonfire.

Required application materials can be found below in the ‘Application Materials’ section of this RFP.

Project Background The Silver Summit Services Building is a newly developed multiuse building in Summit County that will consolidate essential community services like the Summit County Sheriff's Office and the County Attorney’s Office.

The SCPAAB seeks seven artistic benches for the exterior of the building that reflects unity, community, justice, service, law and order in Park City and Summit County, Utah. Artwork submissions should engage the viewer well beyond the project's installation, and be crafted to withstand functional use, and the elements, and to provide a visual barrier between the road and the courtyard of the building. Project proposals must be for an artistic functional bench that can support seating.

Preference may be given to artists who use sustainable practices in their work.

The artwork will be free-standing and cannot impact the facade building (see site plans attached as Exhibit A). Artist(s) shall make no alterations, additions or improvements in or to the premises, other than the installation of the benches.

Artists or Artist teams shall provide details and engineering calculations demonstrating the manner of the artwork installation. Benches must be anchored to a concrete pad. Summit County will provide the concrete pad. Finished benches must be:

● (Two) 8 foot benches (to be placed near the new building) - Benches should not exceed 96” long x 18” seat height x 26” seat depth

● (Five) 5 foot benches (to be placed near existing building) - Benches should not exceed 60” long x 17” seat height x 20” seat depth

Artwork Opportunity

Goals of the Silver Summit Services Building Exterior Benches:

SCPAAB is seeking seven artistic benches, two which will be 8 feet, and five which will mailto:jenny@pcscarts.org https://utah.bonfirehub.com/portal/?tab=openOpportunities be five feet for the exterior of the Silver Summit Services Building that will:

● Reflect the goals of the project including the project’s theme of unity, community, justice, service, law and order.

● Engage the viewer beyond the project’s installation.

● The artwork must be fabricated in durable, permanent, outdoor materials that are safe, easily maintained, and proven its viability in public installations. The artwork must be able to withstand deep snowfall, high winds, and variable temperatures.

● The artwork must be suitable for public viewing by all ages and the general public.

Artwork that has profanity, nudity, political messaging or otherwise inappropriate content will not be considered. Artwork proposals shall be appropriate for a diverse public audience and should not include political or partisan messaging, advocacy-related imagery, or symbols commonly associated with divisive social or political movements. The intent of this project is to create artwork that is broadly welcoming, community centered and accessible to all visitors.

Timeline

RFP Available

Artists Proposals Due

Artist Selection

Artist Contracting

Project Completion

Thursday, April 2, 2026

Friday, May 22, 2026

Tuesday, June 2, 2026

June to July 2026

Friday, November 13, 2026

Artist Selection Criteria

Panelists will use the following criteria to rank submissions. Please note that late or incomplete applications will not be accepted.

1. A proposed concept that achieves the stated goals of the Silver Summit

Services Building Exterior Art Benches goals and objectives.

2. A demonstrated applicant ability to create artworks appropriate in concept for this project, including examples of past works, and references.

3. A demonstrated applicant ability to meet and conform to the demands of project schedule including but not limited to design review and artful seating installation.

4. Adherence to the maximum budget of ten thousand, one hundred and forty-six dollars and thirty-five cents ($10,146.35) for each 8-foot bench, and six thousand three hundred and forty-one dollars and forty-six cents ($6,341.46) for each 5-foot bench, for a maximum project total of fifty-two thousand dollars

($52,000).

5. Functionality and durability of the proposed artwork. The art is intended for permanent outdoor display and must take into consideration variable climate, such as high winds, temperature, snow, etc.

6. Professional References - Applicants should list and provide contact information for at least three (3) references to contact for similar work performed.

Respondents may apply for one or up to seven of the artistic benches. Respondents are encouraged to create one-of-a-kind designs that are flexible as the selection committee and county staff will determine placement of selected artwork across the site. Proposals should indicate whether a design is intended for specific placement or if it can serve any of the bench location sites. This will allow the selection committee and county staff to determine best fit for each location while maintaining artistic integrity.

ARTIST SELECTION PROCESS

Selection Panel

The Summit County Public Art Advisory Board (SCPAAB) shall serve as the selection committee to evaluate proposals. Staff from the County may also provide input on the selection. The selection panel will convene to review proposals and select up to seven proposals for final approval by the County Manager. The Arts Council will check references of finalists. The County Staff Liaison and the Arts Council shall coordinate directly with selected artists. The County Manager may seek input from the County

Council. Selection of Public Artwork shall be based upon adherence to the goals outlined in this RFP.

Summit County reserves the right to cancel this project and/or choose not to select from the submissions received through this Call to Artists or to select portions of each submission, as negotiated with the artist or artist team. Proposals will remain valid for 90 days after submission. The County reserves the right to change dates or deadlines related to this RFP. The County reserves the right to reject any or all proposals received for any reason.

Public Art Meetings

All SCPAAB meetings are open to the public and are posted on the Summit County website at least 24 hours in advance of the meeting. To check the meeting schedule, please go to summitcountyutah.gov.

Application Materials

By the submission deadline, artists applying for this project must submit the following materials via email to Jenny Diersen, Public Art Coordinator at jenny@pcscarts.org.

All proposals must be submitted as a single PDF not to exceed 10 pages. Proposals with multiple attachments will not be accepted. Required application content is below.

Profile & Resume – Include a professional resume including contact information such as applicant contact information: Name, Business Name (as appropriate), Address, Website, Social Media Sites, Phone/Email.

Statement of Interest – Explain why the artist or artist team is interested in the project;

how the artist or artist team’s work is appropriate for this project; how the artist or artist team’s work will reach the stated goals of the project. If submitting as a team, the statement should include a description of any past collaborative work experience and how the team anticipates working together on this type of project.

Initial Concept – Explain the artist’s or artist team’s initial concept for artwork at the proposed sites. This should include design concept and goals; design sketches representing proposed projects; how the design meets the project goals; art medium(s) to be used; materials; and approximate installation time frame.

Conceptual design drawings including information about the actual dimensions of the artwork and placement will be required.

Budget – The proposal must include a budget, outlining project costs including materials, labor, insurance and direct costs.

Work Samples – Applicants may submit up to five (5) examples of past work with an annotated work sample description including a brief description of the artwork, the title of the artwork, completion date, medium, location and dimensions.

Contract – The respondents who are selected shall be required to enter into a professional services contract with the County on a form to be drafted and approved by the Summit County Attorney’s Office. Applicants should review the County's draft standard professional services agreement and insurance requirements posted at

Summit County Public Art Opportunities webpage. If the respondent requests any changes to the draft professional services agreement or insurance requirements it must be requested as part of the proposal. Any requested changes to the draft standard professional services agreement and insurance requirement may count against the responder.

References – Applicants must provide a minimum of three (3) professional and/or client references with their applications.

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Deadline

Required materials must be received no later than 5 PM Mountain Time on Friday, May 22nd, 2026. Digital submissions must be received by the deadline. Late and/or incomplete proposals will not be accepted.

Owner Summit County 60 N Main Street Coalville, Utah 84017

Relevant Websites

Summit County: www.summitcountyutah.gov

Summit County Public Art: http://summitcounty.org/249/Public-Art

Summit County History: www.summitcounty.org/130/Historical-Society

Summit County Sherriff’s Office: Facebook

Summit County Sherriff’s Office: Instagram https://www.summitcountyutah.gov/130/History https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.summitcountysheriff.org%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExbVB2WkhRT2pmeFhTZUlwUXNydGMGYXBwX2lkDzUxNDc3MTU2OTIyODA2MQABHko9RDOt-K_NK0Ffok1KvtAFUqS6veN-XKrJb7WzcyQt1e2LIB_0gGb_B7CR_aem_UX-A2Dct_jPBzdJHgTq3-A&h=AT55X6ofGNO01LvkUSFLDe-XxqI-m0MTYcSQC5D3thsIaTCSBOqsFdMsQ9t6FCf5IeskP5b8pipL-c1Gvd6go0ffnEjlv12hBARjGSahYaBuoBOo44Nt2BKoakCyfNulHGtxAw https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fbit.ly%2Fworkforsummitcounty.com%3Ffbclid%3DIwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExbVB2WkhRT2pmeFhTZUlwUXNydGMGYXBwX2lkDzUxNDc3MTU2OTIyODA2MQABHl9-28ArRKglZrvx4K2jcNTEIVQ5Uco2pE1WnvDj-G4PDZABB4u1uFF-sMqs_aem_aTkewpbxSUy_TsCvUT95tQ&h=AT55X6ofGNO01LvkUSFLDe-XxqI-m0MTYcSQC5D3thsIaTCSBOqsFdMsQ9t6FCf5IeskP5b8pipL-c1Gvd6go0ffnEjlv12hBARjGSahYaBuoBOo44Nt2BKoakCyfNulHGtxAw

Exhibit A - Silver Summit Services Building Site Plan and Bench

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ENTRANCE AND PARKING LOT

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STRIPING; REF. CIVIL.

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CONCRETE PLANTER BOX WITH HOLES.

10/AS801

VICTOR STANLEY BRQS-101 BIKE RACK. COLOR: BRONZE. IN-GROUND MOUNT. INSTALL TO MANUFACTURER'S

SPECIFICATIONS.

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MONUMENT SIGNS. REF. ARCH. SHEET AE402.

DOWNLIT FLAGPOLES (3). MOUNTED ON 6"H CONCRETE PLINTH. REF. ELEC. 16/AS801

SITESCAPES FALLCREEK BACKED BENCH. 6' LENGTH. COLOR: BRONZE, SURFACE MOUNT. 1/AS802

DETENTION BASIN. REF. CIVIL.

WAYFINDING SIGN. REF. ARCH. SHEET AE402.

LANDSCAPE FORMS CHPK-SO-SP-LCK CHASE PARK SIDE OPENING LITTER RECEPTACLE. SURFACE MOUNT. BRONZE.

INSTALL TO MANUFACTURER'S SPECIFICATIONS.

2/AS802

6'L FORM AND FIBER BOX SERIES. LOCATED AT NEW COUNTY ATTORNEY AND SHERIFF OFFICE. BX_CON 722430 72"L X

24"W X 30"H CONCRETE PLANTER BOX WITH HOLES.

10/AS801

CONCRETE BOLLARD AT DUMPSTER ENCLOSURE , TYP. 18/AS801

LANDSCAPE FORMS CAT-42D-C. CATENA 42IN ROUND TOP, WITH CATENA FREESTANDING. FRAME: ONYX LOW SHEEN, TABLETOP: STAINLESS STEEL, OWNER PROVIDED.

LANDSCAPE FORMS EVERY DAY CHAIR, WITH ARMS, 22-1/2”IN. W X 21IN. D X 31-3/4”IN. H. FRAME: ONYX LOW SHEEN.

OWNER PROVIDED

ELECTRICAL

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EXISTING LIGHT POLE; REF. ELEC.

LIGHT POLE; REF. ELEC.

3'H LANDSCAPE FORMS BW101-T4. DOUBLE PROFILE PERFORMANCE BOLLARD, SURFACE MOUNT. BRONZE METALLIC.

DARK SKY COMPLIANT, REF. ELEC.

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TRANSFORMER / CT REF. ELEC.

3'H LIGHTED SECURITY BOLLARD. INSTALL TO MANUFACTURER'S RECOMMENDATIONS. REF. ELEC. DISTANCE BETWEEN

BOLLARDS NOT TO EXCEED 4' MAX.

15/AS801

GENERATOR REF. ELEC.

FENCE

SYMBOL DESCRIPTION DETAIL

PERIMETER SECURITY FENCE, 2 TYPES. REF. CIVIL.

PEDESTRIAN GATE. REF CIVIL.

MOTORIZED PDTT GATE ON CONCRETE PAD WITH REMOTE ACTIVATION. INSTALL PER MFR'S SPECIFICATION REF. CIVIL

GATE OPERATOR REF. ELEC

METAL PANEL FENCE WITH STONE BASE. REF. ARCH. SHEET AE402

METAL PANEL GATE. REF. ARCH. SHEET AE402

ROCK

SYMBOL DESCRIPTION DETAIL

1 1/2" SALT LAKE GRAVEL FROM ROCK UTAH 5/AS801

3'-5' LARGE BOULDERS. COLOR: BROWN'S CANYON SANDSTONE. 6/AS801

QUARRY BLOCKS, 5'L AT COURTHOUSE; (2)-4'L DOWELED TOGETHER AT SHERIFF/ATTORNEY OFFICE, REF. ARCH SITE PLAN. BROWN'S CANYON SANDSTONE. MAX. SPACING OF 4' BETWEEN ADJACENT QUARRY BLOCKS OR PLANTER

BOXES

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AREAS NOT COVERED IN HARDSCAPE OR VEGETATION TO RECEIVE ROCK MULCH. MATCH EXISTING. 5/AS801

LANDSCAPE

SYMBOL DESCRIPTION DETAIL

EXISTING NATIVE LANDSCAPE TO REMAIN UNDISTURBED

PLANTED AREA (REVEGETATED, PLANTED, OR UNDISTURBED)

PROPOSED TREE; REF. PLANTING PLAN

PAVING

SYMBOL DESCRIPTION DETAIL

EDGE OF EXISTING ASPHALT PAVING; REF. CIVIL.

ASPHALT PAVING. REF. CIVIL

CONCRETE PAVING - VEHICULAR REF. CIVIL

CONCRETE PAVING - PEDESTRIAN REF. CIVIL

ACCESSIBLE CURB RAMP. REF CIVIL.

COLORED CONCRETE PAVING - PEDESTRIAN; SIKACOLOR SG06-447 BUFF.

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CONCRETE PADS UNDER ELECTRICAL AND MECHANICAL EQUIPMENT, REF. CIVIL.

CONTROL JOINT. SPECIALTY PAVEMENT AREA JOINTING PATTERN PER DETAIL 2 & 3/AS106 7/AS801

EXPANSION JOINT. SPECIALTY PAVEMENT AREA JOINTING PATTERN PER DETAIL 2 & 3/AS106 7/AS801

RAIL

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HANDRAIL AT STAIR 8/AS801

WALL

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CONCRETE SEAT WALLS 9/AS801

BLAST WALL, REF. STRUCT.

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John Angell Callout Bench

John Angell Line

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