Northern Bus Garage Art Work

The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) is seeking an artist or artist‑led team to design and fabricate a site‑specific public artwork for the Northern Bus Garage Reconstruction Project in Washington, D.C. The artwork will serve as a welcoming landmark at the garage located on 14th Street NW between Decatur and Buchanan Streets NW. The total budget for the public‑art component is $330,000. Bids must be submitted in hard copy, USB or CD; electronic submissions are not accepted. The solicitation is designated as a DBE (Disadvantaged Business Enterprise) opportunity under WMATA’s SEP program. All line items must be bid on, and multiple or revised bids are not allowed. Key dates: solicitation opens 09/09/2026 and closes 09/24/2026. • Scope: concept development, design, fabrication, installation, and any required permits or coordination with WMATA. • Deliverables: finished artwork, installation hardware, maintenance plan, and documentation. • Budget: $330,000 total public‑art allocation. • Submission format: hard‑copy or electronic media (USB/CD) mailed to WMATA. • Eligibility: DBE‑qualified firms encouraged; other vendors may also apply. • Contact: Daniel T Manning ([email protected]).