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Willits Town Center roundabout sculpture

Permanent landmark at East Valley Road and Willits Lane in west Basalt.

Town of Basalt — Public Arts Commission

Commission facts

Open call at review

No dated deadline established. Confirm the next step with the commissioner.

Source-observed stage
Open call at review
Location
Basalt, CO
Deadline as published
No deadline documented
Source time
Not documented
Source timezone
Not documented
Published funding
USD Up to 100,000
Funding scope
Maximum for design, fabrication, delivery, installation and accessories, including lighting.

Calendar flags use the UTC date; the original deadline and timezone are preserved. A passed date does not establish whether selection is underway, awarded or closed.

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Who may apply

Artists 18+ nationwide; Colorado and regional artists receive preference.

Selection / procurement route

Submit a sculpture proposal documenting dimensions, materials, multiple views, maintenance, lighting, transport and installation needs.

Deliverables

  • Design, fabricate and install the sculpture.
  • Town separately provides the concrete pad, insurance and installation assistance.

Site requirements

  • Pad diameter cannot exceed 30 feet.
  • Preserve driver sightlines; anchor securely to the engineered pad.

Maintenance & care

  • Withstand mountain weather; avoid highly reflective surfaces and substantial maintenance.

Unresolved questions

  • Deadline time and timezone unstated.
  • Final pad design, assistance limits and project schedule need confirmation.
  • Deadline conflict: issuer CaFE narrative says October 16, 2026; Utah agency referral says October 23. Confirm the cutoff before relying on either.

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