Tennessee Central Procurement Office (CPO)Issuing agency·Tennessee·via a public procurement portalMural I-40 Haywood (Solar Farm) Welcome Center
09.18.25 LPA
S T A T E O F T E N N E S S E E
Department of Tourist Development
Small and Informal Purchases – Request for Quotes
Date: 10/16/26 Reference Number: Mural 32601-27-3
Please complete the information below and send this Request for Quotes to:
Kelly Johns| Procurement Director
Tennessee Tower, 13th Floor
312 Rosa L. Parks Ave., Nashville, TN 37243
Kelly.Johns@tn.gov | o. (615) 306-3313
Please use the attached specifications, scope and T&Cs, which outlines the scope of work, to prepare
your bid for the line items listed below and return this document by email Kelly.Johns@tn.gov by
November 12, 2026, 2:00 p.m. CST
Overview
The Contractor shall design, fabricate, and install one (1) original mural to be displayed on
exterior wall located at I-40, Haywood Co., (Solar Farm) Welcome Center, Mile Marker 44,
Westbound (the “Site”). The mural shall visually interpret and celebrate music, culture, and
the historical legacy of Tina Turner and Sleepy John Estes. The mural design shall incorporate
historical narratives, significant community figures, landmarks, and events as well as
musically significant points of interest.
Bidders are encouraged to visit the Tennessee Music Pathways link:
https://industry.tnvacation.com/industryresourcestourism-initiatives/tennessee-music-
pathways
The State has provided specifications, scope and terms and conditions. These materials also
include photos and building dimensions to guide mural placement.
Bid Sheets and Scoring
Line items include, but are not limited to, all applicable taxes, fees, overhead, and all other
direct and indirect costs incurred or to be incurred. Please note that only the line items listed
below are authorized for inclusion in future mural-related invoices.
The contractor shall design, fabricate, and install one original mural on an exterior wall at I-40, Haywood Co., (Solar Farm) Welcome Center, Mile Marker 44, Westbound. The mural shall visually interpret and celebrate music, culture, and the historical legacy of Tina Turner and Sleepy John Estes, incorporating historical narratives, significant community figures, landmarks, events, and musically significant points of interest. The contractor must prepare the surface, apply UV-protectant topcoat if needed, provide necessary lift or scaffolding, incorporate the State's QR code, and submit preliminary artwork for up to three rounds of revisions. The work includes site preparation, mural completion, final coating, cleanup, and photo documentation.
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Source: Tennessee Central Procurement Office (CPO) (solicitation RFQ 32601-27-3 Specifications, Scope, Terms and Conditions), retrieved via a public procurement portal. View the official posting, and always confirm requirements and deadlines with the issuing agency.
