Request for Proposal: Artists and Landscape Designers

Visit Hendricks County is Seeking Proposals from Artists and Landscape Designers

In commemoration of Hendricks County’s recent Bicentennial celebration, Visit Hendricks County invites artists and landscape or architectural design teams to submit proposals for a permanent, site-specific gateway/entryway installation that will serve as the formal placemaking entrance to the Bicentennial Tree Trail at W.S. Gibbs Memorial Park. 

The Bicentennial Tree Trail will feature as many as 100 tree species that are all native to Indiana, creating a living tribute to the state’s ecological heritage and the county’s commitment to preservation, education, and community engagement. The selected installation will welcome guests to this special trail and reflect the natural beauty, history, and enduring spirit of Hendricks County. 

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RFP Process Timeline

Proposals Due: June 30, 2025, 11:59 p.m. EDT
July 7 - 17 - Selection Committee Reviews RFPs and Selects Artist or Landscape Design Team
July 17 - Committee Will Notify the Selected Party 
August 15 – Initial Concept Design Due 
(Two weeks to review and amend design and get final approval from the Bicentennial Committee).
August 29 - Final Design Due
September 1 - 5 - Site Prep 
September 8 - 30 - Installation
October 6 - Project Unveiling and Ribbon Cutting

Download the RFP above to see full instructions on submitting your proposal, the process for questions/clarifications and information about the contract term.

Application Process

Please submit applications to Philip Deiwert at philip@visithendrickscounty.com

Applicant Information: Include name of artist or design team, name(s) of any collaborating partner(s), contact address, contact email, phone number, social media handles, or other relevant information 
Professional Bio, Resume, or CV: No longer than 3 pages 
Work Samples: Provide at least 3 images of past work that best represent your experience, style, and ability as it relates to this project. In addition, you may also submit images of any other project (large scale or otherwise) that best represents your work over the past 5 years. Include a list of the work samples with as much information about each of the projects as possible (please include location, materials used, process, dimensions, year completed, cost/price/commission amount, and any other pertinent information).

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