Signage & Wayfinding System Development

Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks (FWP) has issued Request for Proposal FWP-RFP-22-0149 for a systemwide signage and wayfinding system development project. The procurement seeks an experienced firm to create a comprehensive exterior signage plan and implementation strategy across all FWP sites and facilities. Key deliverables include strategic planning, stakeholder engagement, meeting facilitation, and development of a Design Guide with "proof-of-concept" designs for selected sites. The project will focus on planning a phased approach to implementation, procurement, maintenance, and funding, explicitly excluding interior exhibit halls, fabrication, and installation. Proposal requirements mandate submission of contact information, offeror qualifications, a cost proposal, and financial statements demonstrating financial stability. The solicitation was opened on 3/15/2022 and closed on 4/13/2022, with primary contact Amanda Battin available at Amanda.Battin@mt.gov or +1 406-495-3276. Evaluation criteria include qualifications and a potential additional 5% of available points for compliance with the Equal Pay for Montana Women Certificate.

The procurement covers multiple commodity codes including transportation planning, architecture, engineering, graphic arts/publishing, and sign services. While no specific set-aside designations are explicitly mentioned, the RFP offers additional scoring points for Equal Pay for Montana Women Certificate holders, which could provide a competitive advantage for certain organizations. The procurement allows for a lump sum total cost proposal, suggesting flexibility in pricing structure. Commodity codes and the comprehensive nature of the project indicate this is likely a significant contract opportunity for firms specializing in signage, wayfinding, and strategic planning for public facilities. The requirement for financial statements suggests the state will be evaluating the financial stability and capacity of potential contractors. While specific budget ranges are not detailed in the provided documentation, the systemwide nature of the project and the multiple service categories involved suggest a potentially substantial contract value. Interested firms must demonstrate expertise in strategic planning, design, and comprehensive facility signage systems.