370-20250725143248 imms

The Institute for Marine Mammal Studies (IMMS), located in Gulfport, Mississippi, is seeking qualified vendors to design, fabricate, and deliver three interactive STEM exhibits through a Request for Bid (RFB) issued on July 25, 2025. The procurement opportunity, specific to Harrison County, requires vendors to develop engaging and educational exhibits suitable for audiences ranging from children to adults, with potential themes including Physics in Motion, Coding & Robotics, and Earth & Space Science. Vendors must collaborate with IMMS to finalize exhibit themes, provide concept sketches, construct durable interactive displays, and manage transportation and installation at the IMMS campus. The bid evaluation will be based on multiple criteria, including creativity, educational value, cost-effectiveness, vendor experience, and delivery capability. Comprehensive proposals must include a company profile, detailed cost estimate, project timeline, warranty information, and a portfolio of past STEM exhibits, with bid submissions due by close of business on August 25, 2025.

While the RFB does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises, it emphasizes the need for innovative, ADA-compliant exhibits that can be easily maintained and provide educational value across different age groups. The solicitation suggests incorporating marine-themed elements and provides sample exhibit images for reference, such as Liquefaction, Water Play, Watercolor Wall, Painting with Light, and Building with Light. Although specific budget ranges are not disclosed in the available documentation, vendors are expected to provide cost-effective solutions that meet the educational and interactive requirements of the exhibits. The RFB indicates that the selected vendor will be responsible for developing exhibits that align with IMMS's educational mission and can effectively engage diverse audience demographics. No information about incumbent vendors or existing infrastructure requirements is provided in the current documentation.