DNR - Carl T Johnson Exhibit Design Project

2026-11-03

SCOPE REQUIREMENTS 1 . 1 General Requirements The Contractor will carry out the work as specified ( Contract Activities ) under the direction and control of the DNR Project Team . The DNR Project Team will consist of representatives from the DNR Marketing and Outreach Division ( MOD ) and the Parks and Recreation Division ( PRD ). The existing interpretive exhibits within the Hunting Room of the HFC will be replaced with new , permanent exhibits . See Schedule D – Location Information for proposed exhibit space outlined , and photos of some of the existing exhibits . The new exhibit space must include a small storage closet approximately 50 – 60 SF . The DNR Project Team anticipates continuing the theme of “ how hunting and fishing license fees fund conservation in Michigan ” but are open to sub - themes that incorporate visitor interests ( birding , hiking , other recreational opportunities ). The Contractor will work with the DNR Project Team to further define the messages and updated content of exhibits . The Project Team will provide artifacts and taxidermy as determined by messaging . The Contractor will provide all labor , equipment , materials , mounting hardware , supplies and services necessary for the design , fabrication , and installation of the exhibits included in their proposal . The Contractor will develop the entire exhibition plan , including conceptual design , fabrication and installation , project narrative , exhibit budget , development schedule , visitor experience narrative , outline of major components , fabrication plans / shop drawings , installation schedules , budget estimates , and schedule of completion . The Contractor agrees to work in partnership with DNR staff , specifically the northern interpretive manager , site park interpreters and site supervisor . Completion of the entire exhibit project will take place in three phases : Conceptual / Schematic Design Design Development Final Design , Fabrication , and Installation . The Contractor agrees to the responsibilities of the project as follows : Phase I - Conceptual / Schematic Design : Commences within thirty ( 30 ) calendar days of receipt of the signed Contract . This phase will include at least one ( 1 ) in - person meeting to kick off the project , various virtual check - ins as required , meetings , and progress updates with the interpretive planning team . Kick - Off meeting . The Contractor will lead the Project Team to identify and confirm exhibit themes and content . Deliverables . A narrative brief describing the exhibit concept and concept outline plan that will inform schematic design . The Contractor will provide meeting notes to the DNR Project Team . Concept Development Work with project team to develop , refine and finalize exhibit objectives , overall project narrative , and develop an umbrella concept . Create an initial exhibit budget and development schedule . Begin to develop the look and feel for the exhibit , such as creating mood boards , compiling exhibit design ideas from other projects , etc . Schematic Design Based on input from the DNR project team , develop at least two conceptual layouts with components at low and medium technology price points . Provide a phased approach with cost estimates for each phase . Based on inputs provided by the DNR project team , development of content materials including , but not limited to , description of project goals and messages , visitor experience narrative , draft outline of major components . Develop rough bubble design plan with content components , design diagrams of content relationships ( as applicable ), sketches of key points in exhibition and color perspectives . Develop concepts for potential interactives – technological and mechanical . Create a collage look & feel for exhibits and graphics , including color recommendations . Create draft fabrication plans , installation schedules and budget estimates . The Project Team will solicit funding for each exhibit proposed , to be completed as funding is secured . The Contractor will provide full color designs and mock - ups of each exhibit to assist with fundraising efforts .

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2026-04-29