Wayfinding, Placemaking, and Neighborhood Identity Improvements Service

Overview

Architecture, Engineering & Urban Planning

Providence, Rhode Island, United StatesPosted about 1 month agoDeadline: April 6th, 2026

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SUMMARY

Seeks a design–build contractor for neighborhood wayfinding signage, including fabrication and installation, in Rhode Island.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

BUDGET

Estimate

$200,000 – $500,000

TIMELINE

Request for Proposals Issued: Monday, March 2nd, 2026

Deadline to submit bid questions (via email to subject matter experts): Friday, March 27th, 2026, by 2PM

Final response to questions (via public addendum): No later than Thursday, April 2nd, 2026, by 2PM

Bids Due: Monday, April 6th, 2026

QUESTION DEADLINE

March 27th, 2026

Issuing Agency

Board of Contract and Supply, City of Providence

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DESCRIPTION

The selected vendor will provide wayfinding, placemaking, and neighborhood identity improvements, focusing on the design–build of gateway and directory signage installations across multiple city wards. Responsibilities include conceptual and final design development, fabrication of durable and vandal-resistant signage, and construction of necessary foundations, footings, and structural supports.

Installation must occur within public rights-of-way, requiring coordination with city departments and local utility providers to ensure compliance and safety throughout the process. The project seeks to enhance neighborhood visibility and cohesion with professionally designed and installed signage.

Source attribution

This Settle analysis is based on the issuing organization’s public RFP listing.