AI/AR Interactive Experience for Heritage Area - Amendment #1

Passages of the Western Potomac Heritage Area, located in Allegany County, Maryland, is seeking a comprehensive AI and augmented reality (AR) interactive platform to enhance visitor experiences at historical sites. The procurement opportunity, identified by the contract ID 67e807893b2458e4ac038362, aims to develop an innovative technological solution that will initially cover 5-10 sites with potential for county-wide expansion. The primary deliverable will be an interactive AI/AR platform that brings local historical narratives to life, requiring advanced technological capabilities in software development, historical interpretation, and immersive user experience design. Proposals must be submitted by April 18, 2025, which provides approximately one month from the posting date of March 18, 2025, for potential vendors to develop and refine their submissions. Qualified vendors should demonstrate expertise in AI technology, AR platform development, and a deep understanding of historical interpretation techniques, with the ability to create engaging, educational, and technologically sophisticated interactive experiences.

While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly mentioned in the initial contract opportunity description, the project appears open to various technology and software development firms with specialized capabilities in AI and AR platforms. The contract likely seeks vendors with proven track records in creating interactive historical experiences, potentially giving preference to firms with demonstrated success in heritage tourism technology. No specific incumbent vendors or existing infrastructure details are provided in the current documentation. The scope suggests a potentially significant investment in technological innovation for historical interpretation, though precise budget ranges are not specified. Vendors should be prepared to demonstrate their ability to integrate cutting-edge AI and AR technologies with historical narrative and educational objectives, with a focus on creating an immersive and informative visitor experience across Allegany County's historical sites.