M--HAFC SEMO EXHIBIT DESIGN/Fabrication

The Department of the Interior, through the Washington Contracting Office and the National Park Service, issued solicitation 140P2122R0006 for a firm-fixed-price contract to provide exhibit design and fabrication services for the Selma Interpretive Center at the Selma to Montgomery National Historic Trail. This small business set-aside project involves the design, fabrication, transport, and installation of exhibit and lighting elements across three floors of the visitor center. The scope of work includes comprehensive planning and design phases, content specialty development, production, and installation, with a specific focus on creating an immersive experience that aligns with the trail's long-range interpretive plan and foundation documents. The contract mandates strict adherence to National Park Service and Harpers Ferry Center technical standards, particularly regarding accessibility, conservation, and digital deliverables. All work must comply with the Architectural Barriers Act Standards and Section 508 to ensure accessibility for individuals with disabilities. Technical requirements are extensive for audiovisual and electronic programs, specifying 4K UHD ProRes 4444 master files, precise file naming conventions, and the integration of iBeacons and audio streaming hardware for the Descriptive Exhibit Tour. Contractors are required to maintain detailed component inventories, follow specific intellectual property and image licensing protocols, and utilize standardized content management data fields and editorial style guides to ensure long-term asset management and consistency.