June 28, 2024 Natalie Greenberg

Request for Qualifications: Central Platte Valley and Metro District Public Sculpture

Image credit: “Lola” by Carlson Baker Arts, 2015

NINE dot ARTS is seeking artist qualifications for an iconic public sculpture that creates a dynamic gathering place and inspiring landmark in downtown Denver. This sculpture will also enrich the pedestrian and vehicular traffic experience and unify the Central Platte Valley and Metro District (CPVMD) and Riverfront Park public art programs. 

Artwork will be selected by a project steering committee based on artist eligibility and fulfillment of the art goals and selection criteria detailed at the link below. Selected semi-finalists will receive a design fee to develop a full proposal for the specified art location.

The deadline to submit your qualifications is 11:59 PM MST on Wednesday, July 31st, 2024.

Estimated Schedule:

  • July 31, 2024 – Deadline to submit qualifications
  • Week of August 26, 2024 – Semi-finalists announced with a stipend for project concept designs
  • October 25, 2024 – Deadline for semi-finalists to submit project concept proposals
  • November 20, 2024 – Deadline for semi-finalists to re-submit updated proposals (if applicable)
  • December 3, 2024 – Finalist selected and commission awarded
  • July 14-July 25, 2025 – Projected installation date (flexible)