Interpretive Signage & Exhibits

The Kansas Department of Administration, Office of Procurement and Contracts, is requesting proposals on behalf of the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks for interpretive signage and exhibit design, fabrication, and installation services across the Kansas State Park system, with proposals due September 3, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. CST. This is an indefinite quantity contract with multiple award intent, placing awarded vendors on an on-call basis for existing, new, and future projects through November 30, 2031.

Bidders must demonstrate a minimum of five years of continuous active participation in the interpretive signage and exhibit industry and provide three client references from the past five years. The scope includes research, planning, concept development, detailed design, content development, graphic design, fabrication, delivery, and installation of interior interpretive panels, interactive and hands-on exhibits, orientation and wayfinding signage, and exterior signage. KDWP will provide site access, project liaisons, existing interpretive content, branding guidelines, and maintains editorial oversight and final approval authority over all design and content.

Pricing must be submitted on detailed cost sheets provided and shall include all-inclusive costs for labor, materials, travel, shipping, overhead, and profit, organized by project phase and unit pricing for various exhibit categories: small, medium, and large interior panels, interactive elements, wayfinding signage, exterior signage, and optional digital/multimedia components.

The State of Kansas offers bidder preference programs for certified businesses and disabled veteran-owned businesses; interested vendors must submit appropriate preference request forms and supporting documentation. Deliverables must be shipped to 512 SE 25th Avenue, Pratt, Kansas 67124-9701 by June 30, 2027. A current Tax Clearance Certificate from the Kansas Department of Revenue is required with the proposal. Written questions are due by close of business August 12, 2026 to Nicole D. Mears, Procurement Officer. Mandatory bidder registration with the State of Kansas must be approved before the bid closing date.