Capitol Extension - Public Art

Valley Metro Rail, Inc. (VMR) hereinafter referred to as "Valley Metro", is seeking to hire up to 8 Public Artists for the Light Rail Transit (LRT) Capitol Extension.The Capitol Extension project is a 1.4-mile western extension of the existing Valley Metro light rail transit (LRT) line from downtown Phoenix to the Arizona State Capitol. The Capitol Extension is scheduled to begin operations in 2028. The Project shall include three, split platform stations (6 total platforms) along the route: 1) at 7th Avenue, on Washington and Jefferson streets, 2) at 13th Avenue on Washington and Jefferson streets. There are two new traction power substations (TPSS) that are also planned.Experienced public artists are invited to apply for the six station platform projects ($300,000 budget). Emerging public artists are invited to apply for the two traction power substation projects ($50,000 budget).Artwork designed at these sites should be thoughtful, engaging and reflect the character of the surrounding community while maintaining strict standards of safety, maintenance, and operations. Artwork may be stand- alone as well as integrated. Number EN-23003 Title Capitol Extension - Public Art Available Date 7/13/2023 12:00 PM Clarification Deadline 11/15/2023 3:00 PM Due Date 12/13/2023 11:59 PM Contact Information Edwin V. Nyberg, CPPB. 602-495-8210 ENyberg@valleymetro.org Bid Type