BLC Phase II Instructions.pdf

PHASE II BLC INSTRUCTIONS

Firms must submit and present a design concept for the BLC within 60 days of receiving these instructions. The submission will be limited to a BIM model, suitable for the Smithsonian to use to create a 3D printed model, rendered conceptual site/building plans, and exterior renderings.

The submission should include preliminary analysis of site, context and the existing building to demonstrate how they inform the team’s conceptual design. It is not intended that the concept submission is a final solution or ‘the’ design to be implemented rather it is an indication of the team’s design concept and a demonstration of the firm’s understanding of the opportunities and constraints of the project in relation to the existing museum and the National

Mall context. Extensive interior views are not required. Phase II must:

1) Provide context site plan showing entire NASM block, all surrounding streets, landscaping, hardscape, sidewalks and adjacent properties surrounding the NASM site.

Of particular importance is the western edge of NMAI, the southern side of the Mall and

Jefferson drive, and the northern side of DOE, Eisenhower Memorial and Independence avenue.

2) Provide conceptual elevations and perspectives that show the addition in context with existing NASM and adjacent NMAI.

3) Provide a two page narrative describing your approach to the design and how the design integrates into the site context and addresses the BLC program requirements of: Concept, Content, Framing, Connection, Environment and Positioning.

Selection Criteria (equally important):

1. Concept

At a minimum, submitted design concepts must embody an exciting new mission for the

BLC; honor the space race era; respect the more classical facades of neighboring museums, the Hirschhorn, and the National Gallery of Art; and include the BLC

Ideation Objectives listed in this solicitation.

2. Content

Tying museum content to the architecture – depict or represent the Age of the Universe or Solar System in the Design.

3. Framing

Frame the experience – inside and out – showcase learner projects and outputs from experiences that take place within the BLC via ‘treasure box’ style look ins –

Transparent walls bring the experience to the exterior.

4. Connection

Connecting the BLC to the museum – Second floor bridge

5. Environment

An environment that energizes learner – with features to showcase learner’s work –

ChanVC Typewriter Attachment 1 present the museum’s collection, outside views to frame and inspire learning, & a flexible interior.

6. Positioning

Position the space as a nexus where creativity and innovation take place - exploring how largescale, exterior projections of coordinated patterns, images and narratives can serve as a beacon of wonder and awe.

Submission Requirements:

1) Two 32” X 40” 3/16” inch foam core mounted renderings. Minimum one perspective and one site plan. Multiple perspectives/renderings on each mounting are acceptable.

2) BIM model must include BLC, plaza, eastern wing of NASM and be suitable for SI to create a physical 3D printed model (IFC format would be appreciated).

3) Electronic submission of renderings and narrative suitable for posting on public website with all proprietary data removed.

The renderings, BIM and a 3D printed model (created by Smithsonian from the submitted BIM) will be anonymously displayed for public viewing during the selection process, and before the presentation and interview. The public viewing will be both in-person at a physical Smithsonian location and virtually through the NASM Website. The firms will be required to present their design and approach to the selection panel during an interview with questions and answers. The selection panel will deliberate after the conclusion of the public viewing, presentations and interviews and ask the top-ranked firm to prepare a proposal for the BLC design contract.

A file transfer site has been established for the National Air and Space Museum design documents, reports and other info to assist firms with development of the concept. A separate link to the information will be sent via email to each of the firm’s POC that were listed on the

SF330 Part II.

Firm shall deposit their electronic submissions using the dropbox link provided below https://www.dropbox.com/request/JsUvMBtqkVhLpz1beKgS

Physical submissions of the mounted renderings shall be delivered to the address below:

Submit responses VIA EXPRESS MAIL/COURIER DELIVERY to:

Smithsonian Institution, Office of Contracting and Personal Property Management 600 Maryland Ave. SW, Suite 500E Washington, D.C. 20024 ATTN: Virginia Chan https://www.dropbox.com/request/JsUvMBtqkVhLpz1beKgS