Museum Comprehensive Plan Services

The government authority located in New York is seeking a vendor to provide comprehensive planning services for its museum. The agency needs to solve the challenge of modernizing its facilities and visitor experience while minimizing operational downtime. To achieve this, the project requires a cohesive physical renovation plan integrated with an operational and strategic plan. The physical scope of work covers reviewing existing museum assets, including prior exhibit designs, facility condition assessments, and a collection survey. The selected vendor must conduct new facilities assessments as necessary and incorporate infrastructure construction timelines to prevent multiple space closures. Additionally, the agency requires the development of a cohesive design approach, graphic standards, accessibility goals, and a functional program to improve visitor circulation and non-gallery public spaces. The operational scope of work requires identifying strategic best practices from peer institutions and exploring partnership opportunities with other state institutions. The vendor must document barriers to the museum's mission and propose solutions to establish a world-class visitor experience. The agency is also requesting actionable goals, measurable progress metrics, and an implementation timeline aligned with the physical renovation schedule. Eligibility is restricted to onshore organizations based in the United States. The agency allows the performance of the work to be completed offsite. Bidders must submit their proposals digitally via email or online, and the agency is currently looking for proposals to determine the budget. All questions regarding this opportunity must be submitted no later than June 11, 2026.