DCR 819A Blue Hills Observatory

The Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) is seeking an interpretive exhibit fabrication firm to assist with improvements that will enhance the visitor experience at the Blue Hills Weather Observatory in Norfolk County and New Bedford City. The scope of work involves exhibit fabrication, technical support, and lighting installation within the History Room at the observatory. The selected vendor will be responsible for designing, developing, and potentially subcontracting all necessary tasks, including creating an interpretive panel, constructing a custom shelving unit, developing an audio/visual interface, and installing specialty lighting. The desired services must be completed within an 8-month initial term, with two 2-month renewal options. Proposals are due by December 6, 2019, and the estimated contract start date is January 7, 2020. Interested vendors must submit qualifications, samples of comparable work, resumes of key personnel, a proposed project timeline, and a detailed fee schedule.

The contract has an estimated value of $13,000, and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts is tax-exempt. The procurement does not mention any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. The documents do not provide details on incumbent vendors or contractors, nor do they specify any existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration. The evaluation criteria focus on the vendor's ability to keep the project on schedule and within budget.