Bike Fix-It Station Signs

This project is funded by Rockville's Art in Public Places program and integrates public art into Rockville's bikeway trail system. Rockville's Department of Public Works recently installed five bike fix-it stations in the trail network. The Art in Public Places program has the opportunity for a public artist to create one sign for each station for a total of five signs. One public artist or one group of public artists will be contracted to research the neighborhoods or areas where the signs are located and then design, fabricate, and install a sign, its post, and footer at each fix-it station. It is envisioned that the signs would incorporate visual depictions of an historical or unique aspect of the neighborhood or area where a fix-it station is located and may include directions to other neighborhoods or trails in the network. Each sign can be different and distinct, while still fitting into an overall theme. Signs may include text and images and must comply with city code's Zoning Ordinance. Each sign should be scaled in an appropriate size for the fix-it stations and the design should include the post and footer for each sign. Signs should be fabricated using high-quality steel. High-quality aluminum may be considered. Incorporating color is encouraged, and Tnemec paint is a preferred paint for finishing the signs. The artist will be required to guarantee the quality of work for two years after installation and signs are expected to last ten to fifteen years with reasonable maintenance requirements performed by the city. Prior to installation, the signs will need to be reviewed and approved by the city. The all-inclusive project budget is $50,000. It is expected that all project costs, including the artist's fee, stamped engineering drawings, materials, fabrication, delivery, installation, and other applicable costs will be covered by this budgeted amount.