Interpretive Planning Services for the Casa Navarro State Historic Site

The Texas Historical Commission (THC) is seeking sealed proposals from qualified individuals or firms to develop a new comprehensive Interpretive Master Plan for the Casa Navarro State Historic Site located in Bexar County, Texas. The selected contractor will be responsible for conducting workshops, evaluating existing resources and audiences, developing interpretive themes and recommendations, and creating a detailed interpretive plan document. The goal is to create an interpretive plan that will best communicate the important themes, stories, ideas, values, and meanings of the site to the visiting public. The contractor must have proven experience developing interpretive plans for historic sites, with preference given to those with experience related to historic lighthouses and the history of the Texas coast in the 19th and early 20th centuries. The initial contract term is 2 years, with the option to extend for up to 1 additional year. Pricing will be evaluated as 20% of the total score, and respondents must provide a detailed price schedule.

The RFP encourages HUB subcontracting, and the contract is subject to the availability of appropriated funds. No specific funding amounts or sources are provided. While the RFP does not list any incumbent vendors or current contractors, it does note that the interpretive plan must address the site's significance, main themes and stories, target audiences, recommended interpretive media, and projected implementation costs. Respondents must demonstrate their qualifications and experience in interpretive planning for historic sites, especially those related to historic lighthouses and the Texas coast.