The City of Las Vegas Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs, Public Art Program (hereinafter “the City”) seeks to commission an artist or team of artists to create an original work of art for the West Charleston Boulevard Railroad Underpass. The Underpass is located in Downtown Las Vegas on West Charleston Boulevard between South Commerce Street and South Industrial Road/South Grand Central Parkway.

The City is seeking qualified firms or individuals who have proven experience in project and engagement planning, background research, stakeholder engagement, public art, conceptual and detailed design, project administration, and implementation.

The goal of the public art commission is to create a locally distinctive and vibrant entryway to the Medical and Arts Districts. The mural should act as a gateway, enhance the visual experience of the community and reflect the unique urban environment.

There is currently a design project underway to redesign the entire railroad underpass area. That project is in the early stages now, but it is possible the resulting reconstruction could impact the mural area in three‐five years’ time. Impacts to the mural area at that time will be considered as part of that redesign project, and do not need to be taken into consideration now by the Artist.

The target project start date is September 2023, and the target completion date is November 2023. These dates are subject to negotiation, and may change depending on various review processes, and the Artist’s projected schedule for completion of the work. The final mural design will require approval by the Nevada Department of Transportation and the Federal Highway Administration. Those review and approval processes, and their associated timelines, are outside the City’s control.

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