Museums Lighting

The University of Texas at Dallas (UTD) Crow Museum is seeking proposals from qualified lighting service providers for fine art lighting installation and maintenance across its galleries at Crow Flora and Crow Campus, with proposals due September 14, 2026. This is a three-year initial term contract with two one-year renewal options.

Vendors must have been in continuous business for at least ten years with demonstrated experience in fine art lighting installation and must provide three references from Dallas/Fort Worth museums or galleries completed within the last three years. Expertise in safe light levels for different artwork types and familiarity with multiple lighting systems at both museum locations is required.

The scope encompasses installation of lighting fixtures for changing exhibitions, programming of timers for individual art pieces, aiming fixtures under guidance of Collection Managers and Exhibition Designers, and ensuring appropriate light temperature for artwork preservation. Vendors must submit detailed rate sheets including flat-rate charges, recurring charges, hourly rates, and overtime rates, along with active and current insurance documentation and certifications. Exhibition-specific estimates will be developed following meetings with Crow Museum staff to discuss work requirements, detailing labor rates, billable hours, unit costs, descriptions, and project timelines.

Preferred affiliation with professional organizations such as the Nasher Sculpture Center, Sixth Floor Museum at the Dealey Plaza, Golden Egg Creative, or Kinfolk House is noted, though this does not appear to be a mandatory requirement. No estimated contract value or incumbent contractor is identified in the available materials.