Museum Architectural and Exhibit Design/Fabrication at Levi Jordan

The Texas Historical Commission (THC) is seeking expressions of interest and Statements of Qualifications from qualified individuals or firms to provide professional architectural/engineering services for Museum Architectural and Exhibit Design/Fabrication at the Levi Jordan Plantation State Historic Site located in Brazoria County, Texas. The project scope includes cultural landscape evaluations, design of site-wide interpretive components, design and construction of a new 25,000 square foot museum, and interpretation and exhibit design to tell the story of the plantation and related narratives about slavery and the African-American experience in Texas. The required qualifications include expertise in archeological investigations, site planning, community engagement, architectural historic preservation, museum design with specialized HVAC, and exhibit fabrication and installation. The response is due on July 16, 2024, with the expected contract start date 18-20 weeks after the Notice of Intent to Award is issued on August 19, 2024.

The contract opportunity requires compliance with HUB (Historically Underutilized Business) subcontracting goals in accordance with Texas state requirements. Respondents must identify subcontracting opportunities and demonstrate good faith efforts to utilize Texas certified HUB firms for a portion of the work. The pricing terms, funding, and other financial details are not explicitly provided, but the contract value is expected to be significant given the scope of the museum design and construction project. There is no indication of any incumbent vendors or current contractors for this specific project.