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Attachment 1

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CANAVERAL NATIONAL SEASHORE

APOLLO VISITOR CENTER

NEW SMYRNA BEACH, FL

I. BACKGROUND

Canaveral National Seashore was established in January 1975. The seashore encompasses 57,000 acres of coastal seashore, hammock, estuarine environments and natural and man-made islands. The park preserves, protects, and interprets many vital natural and cultural resources for visitor enjoyment and understanding. The seashore The objective of this interpretive scope is to develop interpretive media to support a meaningful understanding of the natural and cultural resources and above all to help the park realize the vision described in the General Management Plan.

The primary interpretive themes and sub-themes identified in the General Management Plan. (Pages 21-22)

All exhibit work must be completed and installed within the established times frame of outlined in the contract.

II. PURPOSE

The purpose of this project is to provide fabrication and install services including comprehensive research and information necessary for exhibit development, production and installation of new exhibits at Canaveral National Seashore, Apollo Visitor Center.

Work also includes coordination with park and other NPS staff, and with the design architects of record, to integrate the exhibition design and production with the architectural space in which the exhibits will be located.

III. SCOPE OF WORK

The Design Plan will be provided to the contractor. Exact renderings, samples of material to be used, electric and structural specifications will be provided in advance of fabrication.

Independently, and not as an agent of the government, the contractor shall provide all exhibit services including labor, materials, equipment, facilities, and travel (except as otherwise specified) necessary for the development, fabrication, and installation of interpretive exhibits and complete, working, and accessibility-compliant programs, systems, and services, as specified in the listed requirements and attachments.

Exhibits shall include, but are not limited to objects and historic artifacts, graphic panels, display cases, lighting systems, audio visual elements, interactive programs, photographs, murals, original illustrations, scale models, full-sized models, sculpted or cast human figures, and displays, dioramas, artifact mounts, interior signage, storage units, seating, Page 2 of 22 Pages and associated structural elements such as display walls, platforms, barriers, and other display support structures.

These exhibits shall orient visitors to Canaveral National Seashore and its significant resources. They shall convey the significance of the natural resource, historic and cultural resources; provide context for the larger story of the barrier island ecosystem and cultural landscape and themes of the seashore.

A. Existing Facility and Exhibits

The Apollo Beach Visitor Center is approximately 2500 square feet and include a 40 person theater and restroom facilities. The public lobby area for these exhibits add up to approximately 500 square feet of exhibit space. The lobby is one very open room with 20 foot ceilings, so there is potential for a creative exhibit using this open vertical space. There are existing conceptual designs that may be used as a springboard for final design. These will be provided to contractor.

The acoustics in the lobby are a problem. There is a need for sound absorbing panels to cut down on the echo. These should be of a design close to the ceiling or may be incorporated in the exhibits. The theater is sufficiently insulated and does not have the same problem with acoustics.

Currently, there are older dioramas, a touch/explore station as the only that will be replaced by the new exhibits. There are currently 6 very large original artworks that will be incorporated with the new exhibits and are in need of interpretive panels. There is also an existing video wall consisting of four flat panel monitors. These will also remain as part of the overall exhibit.

B. Requirements for the Completed Project

• Apollo Beach Visitor Center

1. The National Park Service preserves unimpaired the natural and cultural resources and values of the National Park System for the enjoyment, education, and inspiration of this and future generations.

2. This project will accomplish the National Park Service’s mission through superior exhibit design, which will educate and inspire those visitors to the Canaveral National Seashore.

3. All exhibits shall support a meaningful understanding of the significance of Canaveral National Seashore.

4. All exhibit text shall be written in order to reflect current and proper understanding of the NPS/Canaveral National Seashore mission and address the park’s interpretive themes and goals, conform to current NPS

Page 3 of 22 Pages editorial and visitor accessibility standards, and provide a connection to and explanation of any exhibit objects and graphics.

5. The exhibits shall be visually appealing with lifelike models of wildlife of Mosquito Lagoon, mangrove island ecosystem; these may include but are not limited to manatee, Atlantic bottlenose dolphin, brown pelican, red drum, American oyster. Additionally, the exhibit’s color scheme shall be broad to include a range of colors, including those that visually brighten the space.

6. All exhibits shall provide context for the visitor to connect with the resources of seashore and communities within.

7. Exhibits shall reach a diverse audience, including families and children, by appealing to multiple learning styles.

8. All exhibits shall enhance the understanding of the NPS role in coastal preservation story.

9. All exhibits shall allow for visitor flow and retail operations within the building.

10. One exhibit component may be and interactive touchscreen tabletop kiosk.

11. Exhibits shall include interactive, dimensional, and tactile elements.

12. Exhibits shall be durable enough to withstand wear and tear, with limited maintenance required.

13. Exhibits shall be fabricated using sustainable materials and equipment.

Priority shall be given to materials with recycled content, are recyclable themselves, or are low in VOC (volatile organic compounds), and to wood products that are certified by the Forest Stewardship Council. Equipment, including lighting, monitors, and all other electronic devices shall hold a high-efficiency rating.

C. Production Budget

This production budget shall include all costs associated with the following:

Pre-Production, Production, Building Prep, Installation, Closeout, Audio Description, and Warranty phases of all exhibit work. It does not include Content Specialties, which shall be considered part of Planning and Design. It also includes:

• Acquisition of all pre-existing images, software, or other materials required for the exhibition, including use-rights in accordance with the Rights in Data – Special Works clause, FAR 52.227-17.

• Production of audiovisual and electronic interactive programs.

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• Production of original artwork, including but not limited to, illustrations, maps, and photographs.

• Production or acquisition of all custom elements including, but not limited to models, tactile object reproductions, sculpted or cast figures, artifacts, artifact mounts, cases, structures, specialty lighting, custom electronic elements, mechanical and electromechanical devices.

• Exhibit lighting system -- excluding existing electrical track -- other than the building’s general lighting, needed to effectively illuminate the exhibits.

D. Project Management The contractor shall assign a Project Manager to oversee this contract to ensure that scheduling, coordination, oversight, and communication is effectively accomplished for all work produced and installed under this contract.

1. The Project Manager shall be the primary point of contact between the contractor and the National Park Service (NPS) Contracting Officer and Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) for this contract.

The Project Manager shall perform the following work:

a. Notify the Contracting Officer and COR of any changes to the contractor’s business operations that affect work under this contract, including but not limited to:

i. Changes to contractor’s address, telephone, and other contact information.

ii. Proposed changes to key personnel.

iii. Workload or capacity issues affecting the ability of the contractor to accept additional work.

b. Communicate with the Contracting Officer and COR regarding major or broad issues affecting this contract, including but not limited to:

i. Clarification of work processes that are acceptable or unacceptable to the government under this contract.

ii. Informing Contracting Officer and COR of misunderstandings, inconsistencies, or conflicting instructions encountered when working with the COR.

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2. The Project Manager shall be the primary point of contact between the contractor and COR and shall perform the following work:

a. The Project Manager shall have full authority to act for the contractor on all matters relating to this contract. The Project Manager shall maintain contact with the COR as necessary, and shall:

i. Be available to take or respond to telephone calls or electronic mail messages during normal hours of operation.

ii. Establish office procedures to ensure that messages are properly relayed when the Project Manager is not directly available.

iii. Respond to emergency messages from the COR on the same day they are received. All non-urgent messages from the COR shall be responded to in no less than two working days.

b. Provide quality control to ensure that all elements of project work meet the requirements of the contract specifications as follows:

i. Provide routine inspections of ongoing work.

ii. Ensure that all modifications are implemented.

iii. Ensure accuracy of content through research, and through reviews with subject matter experts, park staff, and COR as required.

iv. Inform the COR of any issues that could affect work quality or schedule.

v. Ensure that all work not acceptable or compliant with the specifications is corrected prior to review by the

COR.

vi. Oversee quality of all work during installation.

c. Track work progress to ensure that the project is completed according to the schedule. Coordinate and confirm the dates for all submittals, meetings, shipments, deliveries, and installation with the COR.

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d. Travel as required in this contract, and attend meetings with the

Contracting Officer, COR, park staff, and other project stakeholders.

e. Receive, inspect, and inventory all government-furnished materials and ensure that this material is forwarded to the appropriate unit or person within the organization for use in the project. The Project Manager shall notify the COR immediately if government-furnished materials are unsatisfactory for their intended purpose, not received in time to meet critical milestones, or damaged while in the contractor’s possession.

f. Coordinate and ensure that all work is in accordance with the specifications referenced by this contract.

g. Coordinate with the COR to confirm existing conditions for the areas into which exhibits shall be installed.

h. Inspect completed exhibits, including the work of subcontractors, prior to final inspection by the COR and shipment to the site. Ensure that all elements of the project are complete and ready for the final inspection. The Project Manager shall notify the COR prior to the inspection if any elements will not be ready for final inspection as scheduled.

i. Ensure that all exhibits are delivered and installed as scheduled. In the event that the COR reports problems during or after shipment, delivery, and/or installation, the Project Manager shall:

i. Determine the nature of the reported problem, damage, or production error and provide a proposal for resolution to the COR for review and approval; and

ii. Ensure that approved corrections or repairs are made in a satisfactory manner within the time scheduled by the

COR.

iii. Compile, prepare, and forward a closeout package to the COR.

E. Pre-Design

In Pre-Design, the contractor shall gain a clear understanding of the project’s history, the park’s resources, and the roles of other project team members and

Page 7 of 22 Pages stakeholders. Work in this phase focuses on preparing a solid foundation for all work that follows, insuring that the project is logically structured, and it’s goals are understood and realistically attainable within the budget, schedule, and other specified parameters.

3. Review all government-furnished materials and direct any concerns and questions to the COR.

4. Travel to New Smyrna Beach, Florida to conduct Exhibit Planning

Workshop. The meeting shall be up to two eight-hour working days. At a minimum the Project Manager, Planner, Designer, shall attend.

a. General project review, including discussion of the following:

i. Contracting Officer and COR responsibilities.

ii. Specifications and other work requirements.

iii. Special contract requirements.

iv. Correspondence procedures.

v. Subcontractors.

vi. Delays and extensions.

vii. Contract modifications.

viii. Changes.

ix. Submittals.

x. Project schedule.

xi. Billing and payment procedures.

b. Orientation to park experience.

c. Orientation to park documents and background information.

d. Identify and document media and object resources at park.

e. Inspect and document architectural space and receive building rehab update.

f. Conduct Exhibit Planning Workshop.

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i. Analyze space and propose recommendations.

ii. Review existing planning documents.

iii. Review and/or develop design criteria.

iv. Review and/or develop themes, goals, objectives.

and

v. Define target audience.

vi. Define the desired visitor experience.

vii. Document results of workshop.

5. Identify sources for existing media resources, and develop Resource Package Abstract (package attached).

6. Develop Project Brief including:

a. Current overview of project, including updated information and understandings.

b. Identification and analysis of all project goals in terms of their effect on the development and successful completion of the exhibit.

c. Analysis of the media budget (including review and/or development of a Class C Production Estimate), project schedule, and all other known parameters on the development and successful completion of the project.

d. Life-cycle cost goals for ongoing operational expenses and cyclical maintenance costs for the exhibition.

F. Schematic Design

Work in this phase is organized into two sub-phases: Schematic I and Schematic II. Schematic I includes development of three alternative schemes for organizing both the interpretive content and physical layout of the exhibits.

Schematic II includes development of a preferred alternative. Major stories, exhibit elements, and presentation techniques are illustrated and described.

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7. Schematic I tasks include:

a. Content Research

i. Survey repositories of relevant resources.

ii. Develop Resource Package Level I.

b. Develop Schematic I Document – develop three design alternatives including:

i. Bubble diagrams as specified.

ii. Written descriptions of the major elements of each design alternative, including how each design alternative accomplishes the established project goals.

iii. Preliminary sketches.

iv. Class B Production Estimate and life-cycle cost estimates Production Cost Estimates.

c. Present Schematic I Plan in five sets of printed documents as specified Travel, Meetings, and Presentations.

i. The meeting may be teleconference.

ii. At a minimum the Project Manager, Planner and

Designer shall participate.

d. Prepare and submit written response to COR review comments.

8. Schematic II tasks include:

a. Develop and submit five sets of printed Schematic II

Documents with preferred design alternative including:

i. Written exhibit walkthrough.

ii. Overall design approach including:

a. Media style and appearance.

b. Universal design/accessibility approach.

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iii. Floor plan with individual exhibit areas and major elements identified, and sample elevations.

iv. Exhibit visualizations as required in the following specifications

9.2.A Prior to beginning work on the exhibit visualizations, the contractor shall submit to the COR for review and approval the proposed type of media to develop.

9.3.C The contractor shall provide visual depictions of the exhibit.

v. Resource Package Level II, with its content integrated into exhibit walkthrough.

vi. Class B Production Estimate and life-cycle cost estimates for preferred alternative.

b. Present Schematic II Plan as specified in Attachment A

/National Park Service Standard Exhibit Planning and Design Specifications, Travel, Meetings, and Presentations.

i. The presentation shall be a video conference.

ii. At a minimum the Project Manager, Planner, and

iii. Prepare and submit a response to COR review comments with next steps proposed.

G. Design Development

Work in this phase is organized into two sub-phases: Design Development I and Design Development II. Design Development I builds on the plan approved in the Schematic Design phase. Its emphasis is on confirming all major details of the design, and also includes continued content planning.

Design Development II focuses heavily on developing all interpretive content in detail, with continued design refinement to ensure effective presentation of the content within the exhibit.

9. Design Development I tasks include:

a. Develop all individual exhibits including:

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i. Exhibit Design Drawings.

ii. Sample graphic layouts / graphic approach / typography.

iii. Propose material, finish, and color selections.

iv.

b. Establish Content Management Database

i. Interpretive purpose or objective for each exhibit.

ii. Text Level I

iii. Major images.

iv. Major artifacts and display objects.

v. Major audiovisual and interactive elements.

vi. Major specialty elements such as natural history models, taxidermy, topographic maps, architectural models, sculpted or cast human figures, custom mechanical and electromechanical devices.

c. Develop and submit Design Development I Report including:

i. Overview including an exhibit walkthrough narrative.

ii. Compilation of all Design Development.

iii. Updated Class B Production Cost Estimate and life-cycle or description of materials and functional characteristics (i.e. for interactive elements) that are assumed in your Production Cost Estimate.

d. Present Design Development I Report as specified Travel, Meetings, and Presentations.

i. The meeting may be teleconference.

ii. At a minimum the Pro jec t Manager , Planner, and

e. Prepare and submit written response to COR review

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10. Design Development II tasks include:

a. Prepare and submit Design Development II Report including:

i. Database reports as specified

a. Comprehensive Exhibit Plan.

b. Image Schedule.

c. Image Facsimile Sheets.

d. Artifact and Display Object Schedules.

e. Artifact and Display Object Facsimile Sheets.

ii. Audiovisual and Interactive Multimedia Report including:

a. Treatments for audiovisual programs and designs for interactive programs.

b. Identify equipment requirements for all audiovisual and interactive multimedia

b. Prepare and submit Design Development Graphic Layout

Package including all draft text

c. Prepare and submit updated Exhibit Design Drawings as

d. Prepare and submit updated Class B Production Cost Estimate and life-cycle cost estimate. Cost Estimates. In addition, update the list or description of materials and functional characteristics that are assumed in your Production Cost Estimate.

e. Present Design Development II Submittals Travel, Meetings, and Presentations.

i. The presentation may be teleconference.

ii. At a minimum the Pro jec t Manager , Planner, and

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f. Prepare and submit written response to COR review comments.

H. Content Specialties

By completion of Design Development, requirements shall have been identified for all exhibit content. Creation, acquisition, and preparation of this content for use in the exhibition shall commence as soon as the design direction has been finalized, enough information is available to guide the specialists who shall be completing the work, and the COR gives approval. Content Specialty tasks include image acquisition, creation of original art, creation of audiovisual and interactive programs, acquisition and preparation of artifacts, and the creation of custom three-dimensional elements by artists and other technical specialists. Completion of each task shall be scheduled to support the workflow established for Pre-Production, Production, and Installation.

1. Acquire all pre-existing images (such as historic photos and art, and stock photography) required for the exhibition, Image Acquisition including:

a. Verify all image sources, availability and restrictions on use.

Consult with COR to select replacement images where necessary.

b. Negotiate and purchase use rights in the name of the National

Park Service. Provide signed agreements or other appropriate documentation approved in advance by the COR.

c. Obtain reproducibles (photographs, negatives, transparencies or image scans) of suitable quality for the intended use. Copies of these reproducibles shall become government property.

d. Return all original images to the owners as required by the use agreement.

2. Commission or create original images, such as illustrations, photographs, and maps for reproduction in the exhibition including:

a. Finalize Reference Packages.

b. Establish a schedule with the COR for reviews of work-in-progress.

c. Produce original art, photographs, negatives, transparencies or image scans of suitable technical and content quality for their intended use in the exhibition. The government shall own the original copies of all illustrations, and shall have unrestricted use rights to all original images produced under this contract in

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3. Commission or create original audiovisual programs and interactive multimedia programs for use in the exhibition including:

a. Finalize treatments for audiovisual programs and design requirements for interactive multimedia programs.

b. Provide samples of work to the COR for review of proposed audiovisual and interactive multimedia program producers if not previously submitted as part of the Contractor’s proposal.

c. Establish a schedule with the COR for reviews of work-in-

d. Produce original audiovisual and interactive multimedia programs of suitable technical and content quality for their intended use in the exhibition.

e. Provide technical specifications for all equipment required for the presentation of all audiovisual and interactive multimedia programs in the exhibition in accordance with National Park Service Standard Specifications for Audiovisual Presentation Systems and Equipment.

4. Commission or create custom three-dimensional elements including, but not limited to, natural history models, taxidermy, topographic maps, architectural models, sculpted or cast human figures, custom electronic elements, specialty lighting, and mechanical and electromechanical elements including:

a. Finalize Reference Packages for custom elements Museum

Exhibit Planning and Design Specifications / Section 16, Reference Packages for Custom Interpretive Elements.

b. Establish a schedule with the COR for reviews of work-in-

I. Pre-Production Work in the Pre-Production phase includes all tasks necessary to prepare the approved design for production, including production planning, design and content revisions necessary for production, final graphic production files, Page 15 of 22 Pages shop drawings and technical specifications, production samples, prototypes, and mock-ups.

1. Finalize the planning for Production including:

a. Prepare detailed Production and Installation schedule.

b. Submit Class A production budget and updated life-cycle cost estimate to COR for review and approval as specified in Attachment A, Museum Exhibit Planning and Design Specifications / Section 6, Production Cost Estimates.

2. Revise all content and design details required for production including but not limited to:

a. Substitution of materials due to availability and design changes.

b. Corrections of design and content errors.

c. Revisions required to accommodate the as-built exhibit space.

3. Organize all graphic source material for production and archiving as, Graphics.

4. Prepare all graphic production files and submit printed proofs for review.

5. Submit three sets of corrected, full-size paper proofs for all graphics as specified in Samples/Mock-ups / Prototypes.

6. Prepare all drawings and technical specifications for production.

7. Submit samples, prototypes, and mock-ups:

J. Production Work in the Production phase includes fabrication of structures, production of all graphics, acquisition of all equipment and other purchased items, completion of all content specialties, and integration of all elements of the exhibition in preparation for installation.

1. Provide fabrication of all exhibit elements including cabinetry, panels, platforms, artifact cases, cabinets or kiosks containing computer equipment, vitrines, or other elements that constitute the basic structural elements of the exhibits.

2. Purchase, fabricate, assemble, install into buildings and exhibit

Page 16 of 22 Pages structures, and thoroughly test all electrical, electronic, and mechanical devices; this includes lighting. Install audiovisual equipment into exhibit structures, including electrical components to provide and ensure operational audiovisual systems for each exhibit unit.

3. Produce all exhibit graphics as specified to museum specifications.

K. Installation

Work in the Installation phase includes shipping, set-up and installation of all exhibit elements so that they are complete, fully operational, and ready for use.

1. Provide set-up of exhibits for inspection and demonstration prior to shipment to the site.

2. Provide installation of all elements designed, fabricated, and acquired under this contract.

3. Provide an operational training session, maintenance kit and two copies of the exhibit maintenance manual to the COR upon completion of the exhibit installation.

L. Closeout

Work in the Closeout phase includes preparation and organization of all exhibit production material for submittal to the COR and closeout of the project.

1. Provide warranty service for defects in materials and workmanship for one year following final acceptance of project.

2. The exhibit photography shall be of presentation quality, showing both the aesthetic appeal and detailed content of the exhibit. Contractors shall bring to the installation all equipment necessary to fully document the completed exhibit and provide images of a quality suitable for publication.

3. The contractor shall provide an interpretive media data inventory, photographs, and in-kind replacement value for every installed exhibit component. The data inventory spreadsheet shall be government-furnished to the contractor at the Post award Conference..

M. Exhibit Lighting Requirements

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The quality of lighting in NPS visitor centers, historic structures, and exhibitions has a significant impact on the quality of the visitor experience and the preservation of historic objects. Successful exhibit lighting shall be aesthetically pleasing, shall enrich the visitor experience, and shall balance the often-competing needs of interpretation, presentation, object conservation, energy efficiency, and maintenance.

The goal shall be to have a complete visual presentation of the visitor center, historic structure, or exhibition area, while limiting theatrical and dramatic lighting practices. The lighting designer shall consider the requirements of all parties invested in the exhibit process – the visitor, designer, fabricator, curator, conservator, interpretive staff, and maintenance.

The lighting shall be sustainable for the life of the exhibit and, with the exception of lamp replacement, shall be relatively maintenance free.

1. General Requirements

The contractor shall specify a lighting system that is appropriate to the exhibition space using the following guidelines:

a. LED track lighting shall be considered the default standard for exhibition gallery areas. Other lighting systems may be used where indicated by design or functional requirements and as approved by the COR.

b. Use of halogen and metal halide lamps shall be kept to a minimum.

c. Standard and compact fluorescent lighting (CFL) shall be limited to use primarily for ambient room illumination, signage, and back-lit interpretive panels. High efficiency fluorescent lighting with a high color rendering index and appropriate color temperature may be used for wall washing and other situations where directional lighting is not required.

d. Use the minimum number of fixtures to accomplish the task.

e. Limit the types of fixtures.

f. Limit the types of lamps. Different wattages and beam spreads shall be kept to a minimum within the same family of lamps since, during maintenance, lamp types are often incorrectly substituted.

g. Specify energy efficient lamps such as LED PAR lamps and

LED MR-16 lamps.

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h. Limit the use of theatrical and ellipsoidal lighting projectors;

use only where absolutely necessary to accomplish the task.

When image projection is required, MR-16 or LED-type projectors shall be used.

i. To ensure continued viability and product support, the contractor shall specify commonly available lighting products that are recognized and proven successful in similar exhibit or commercial display applications.

j. To minimize visual pollution, lighting shall be designed to integrate with the architectural space, especially in exhibition areas.

k. The contractor shall coordinate with the COR to ensure that heat generation from exhibit lighting does not exceed the allotted cooling capacity of the proposed or existing HVAC system.

l. Lighting shall be designed for ease of maintenance using the following guidelines:

i. Fixtures shall be accessible for routine maintenance.

ii. Lamps shall be standardized, widely available, and easily replaceable.

iii. Wherever possible, choice of fixtures shall be such that lamp replacement shall be accomplished without disturbing fixture accessories (filters, screens, etc.)

iv. Fiber optic illuminators shall be located in a manner that allows proper ventilation and easy access for maintenance.

v. Lighting shall be energy efficient where feasible.

m. Lighting controls shall be designed using the following guidelines:

i. The contractor shall provide lighting control specifications, including any requirements for automated control systems linking lighting to audiovisual or other exhibit elements, requirements for dimmers, and start-up, operating, and shut-down

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ii. Locations of all lighting controls shall be indicated on the lighting plan. Controls shall have limited staff access.

iii. Use of a circuit breaker panel for daily switching of exhibit lighting is discouraged.

iv. Dimmers shall be provided on lighting circuits to the extent required for effective lighting control within the exhibit. Dimming control systems programmable with preset scenes shall be used.

v. The primary method of controlling default light levels shall be by lamp specification or through use of accessory screens. Dimming of lamps shall be kept to a minimum for this purpose.

vi. Occupancy sensors shall be used to conserve energy and to limit light exposure in exhibits containing light sensitive artifacts.

n. The contractor shall provide a preliminary lighting plan at the

Design Development I phase of work, showing proposed fixture locations and types. In the Production Documents phase of work, the contractor shall provide a reflected ceiling plan of the exhibit area(s) identifying existing and new lighting fixtures, hardware, and controls. The plan shall include a lighting schedule for all new lighting indicating type of track, track accessories, fixture, fixture accessories, lamp type, wattage, and beam spread.

2. Specific Requirements for Light Levels in Exhibition Spaces

a. Light levels shall meet the minimum requirements stated in, Programmatic Accessibility Guidelines for Interpretive Media.

b. Light levels in exhibit areas shall be defined by the nature of the exhibits and limited by artifact conservation requirements.

c. Where necessary and where possible, the design shall incorporate adaptive lighting techniques, allowing visitors’ eyes to adjust to the lower levels required for light sensitive artifacts or audiovisual spaces.

d. The contractor shall coordinate with the COR when

Page 20 of 22 Pages designing lighting plans, including artifact lighting limits, for exhibit areas where artifacts are displayed. The following guidelines for lighting of artifacts shall be followed:

3. Specific Requirements for Artifact Case Lighting

a. Heat-generating light sources shall be located in a light attic, separated from and insulated against heat spill into the artifact environment. Ventilation shall be provided to remove heat from the light attic, preferably passively with exit holes or, if necessary, with the use of exhaust fans. Heat gain from lighting shall be no more than 3 to 4 º F in the course of an exhibit day.

b. Where different light levels are required within a case (for example, where labels require higher lighting levels than adjacent artifacts), the lighting system shall be designed to separately illuminate individual items within the case.

c. Directional lighting (MR-16, PAR, fiber optics, LEDs) shall be required for exhibit cases. Fluorescent lighting may in some instances be used to provide a wash of general illumination.

Care shall be taken to account for the color temperature and the poorer color rendering index of fluorescent lighting. Care shall also be taken to avoid the appearance common to cases lit with fluorescents, having too much light at the top of the case and not enough at the bottom.

d. Fiber optic luminaires and light bars may be located inside the artifact chamber provided the entry holes are effectively gasketed so that there is no additional air exchange and the exhibit environment is not affected. Fiber optic illuminators may be located either outside or inside the exhibit case. If inside the location shall be in the top of the case. Adequate insulation between the artifact chamber and the illuminator shall be provided if the illuminator is located in the base of the exhibit case. Manufacturer’s recommendations for air exchange and illuminator mounting/position shall be followed.

e. LED lighting may be located in the artifact chamber provided it gives off no heat. LED ballasts shall be remotely located outside the artifact chamber.

f. All ultraviolet radiation shall be eliminated through use of a UV blocking acrylic or glass separator between the artifact chamber

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N. Travel, Meetings, and Presentations All required travel, meetings, and presentations shall be provided as follows:

Meetin g Purpos e

Location or Type

Minimum Required Contractor Attendees

Duratio n/ Days on Site

Pre-Design Apollo Beach Visitor Center

Project Manager, Planner, and Designer

Two 8-hr days

SD I

Presentation

Tele Conference

Manager, Planner, and Designer

As Necessary

SD II

Presentation

Tele Conference

Manager, Planner, and Designer

As Necessary

DDI Tele Conference

Manager, DD II

Presentation

Video Conference

Manager, Installation Apollo Beach Visitor Center

Manager, installation crew

As necessary

O. Time for Completion, Review, and Approval

All work, including review and approval of sections A-N, shall be completed on or before contracting deadlines.

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LIST OF DOCUMENTS, EXHIBITS, AND OTHER ATTACHMENTS

The following listed documents are attached and incorporated into this order:

Canaveral National Seashore Design Plan Canaveral National Seashore General Management Plan pges 21-22