HAFC - INDE - Exhibit Design-Build

The National Park Service is seeking a contractor to provide comprehensive exhibit design-build services for the Declaration House at Independence National Historical Park in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, the historic site where Thomas Jefferson drafted the first version of the Declaration of Independence. The contractor will be responsible for planning, designing, fabricating, transporting, and installing all exhibit elements to create an engaging outdoor exhibit that interprets the historical significance of the site while providing an accessible, interactive experience for visitors in the contemporary urban environment. The project must comply with extensive accessibility guidelines and technical specifications outlined in the attached documents, including the NPS Programmatic Accessibility Guidelines and Standard Specifications for Electronic Programs. Questions regarding the solicitation must be submitted by 12:00 PM EDT on July 22, 2025, with final proposals due by 12:00 PM EDT on August 14, 2025. The evaluation criteria and specific requirements are detailed in the comprehensive specifications documents that cover content management, exhibit planning, intellectual property guidelines, and technical standards for all interpretive media.

This opportunity is designated as a Total Small Business set-aside under NAICS code 337212 (Custom Architectural Woodwork and Millwork Manufacturing) with a size standard of 500 employees. The government anticipates awarding a single firm-fixed-price contract with a production budget estimated between $50,000 and $60,000. The period of performance extends from September 1, 2025, to September 15, 2027, with the primary exhibit installation required to be completed by June 15, 2027. The work will be performed at the Declaration House site in Philadelphia, with the contractor responsible for all aspects of exhibit development from initial planning through final installation and project closeout. No incumbent contractor information is provided in the solicitation materials, suggesting this may be a new procurement or the first competitive award for this specific exhibit project.