Deaccession Study of Art in Public Places Collection

The State Foundation on Culture and the Arts is seeking a research team to conduct a comprehensive deaccession study and review of its Art in Public Places Collection. The goal of the project is to fill gaps in the collection's records, update collections management policies, and provide recommendations for improving long-term collections stewardship. The scope of work includes auditing and completing acquisition history, documenting artist demographics, identifying commissioned vs. purchased works, updating valuations and appraisals, assessing conservation needs, and reviewing deaccessioning records. The research team will provide a comprehensive written report, updated data appendices, a presentation of results, and monthly/quarterly progress reports. • The project requires a research team with expertise in curatorial and cultural consultation services. • The team will conduct a comprehensive review of the SFCA's art collection records and update related collections management policies. • The project includes deliverables such as a comprehensive written report, updated data appendices, a presentation of results, and monthly/quarterly progress reports. • The research team will provide recommendations for improving long-term collections stewardship and propose policy revisions and procedural guidelines. • The project has a budget estimate, and the proposer should include a detailed budget breakdown in their proposal.