The commissioned sculpture for ‘Cool Stop’ is to be a creative solution sculpture providing significant shade at the bus stop of any design, shape, or form. The selected artist/team will be responsible for fabrication (including all structural and maintenance documentation) and delivery. Art in Public Places staff and team will be responsible for installation under advisement of the artist/artist team.

The Art in Public Places Commission in partnership is **requesting qualifications and professional samples of past public artworks** to be considered for the project. From the RFQ, three finalists may be selected to present design concepts for this project. Finalists will be paid an honorarium to develop and present their artwork design concepts. 

While existing artworks or designs may be ultimately suggested for commission, artist and artist teams looking to participate **should submit past work only and not submit project proposals** in this stage of request for qualifications RFQ process.

  
**Anticipated timeline:**

* Call, ideally, closes September\*
* Semi-Finalist selection mid/ late September
* Finalist Proposals due mid-October
* Contract period late October/early November
* Ideal installation spring/summer 2026

  

Artwork displayed in the City of Longmont.

  
The budget for the artwork is up to and not to exceed $25,000\. This budget includes all costs for design, fabrication, and transportation of the artwork, including but not limited to all design fees, fabrication, material costs, professional fees, travel and lodging during design, fabrication, insurance, overhead, and a minimum of 10% contingency. 

The City of Longmont Art in Public Places will be responsible for site preparation, foundation, installation costs, including all contractors and equipment. 

This project does not include lighting. The artist will be encouraged but not required to attend the dedication event.

**Three shortlisted Semi-Finalists will receive additional project details, site specifications, design considerations and a $750 stipend for a project proposal.**

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