Smithsonian Institution National Museum of African American History and Culture Digital Experience Initiative Request for Proposals
ID: 33330225RT0010022Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

SMITHSONIAN INSTITUTIONSMITHSONIAN INSTITUTIONNATIONAL MUSEUM OF AFRICAN AMERICAN HISTORY AND CULTUREWASHINGTON, DC, 20560, USA

NAICS

Custom Computer Programming Services (541511)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - BUSINESS APPLICATION/APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT SOFTWARE AS A SERVICE (DA10)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/18828b39b07547aabaa02d21d9b8102f/view
Timeline
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    Posted Mar 20, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
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    Updated Apr 10, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
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    Due May 19, 2025, 9:00 PM UTC
Description

The Smithsonian Institution's National Museum of African American History and Culture is seeking proposals for its Digital Experience Initiative, aimed at enhancing the Searchable Museum platform. The initiative focuses on improving accessibility, discoverability, and user engagement through the development of new interactive features and digital content experiences that align with the Museum's strategic goals. This opportunity is significant as it supports the Museum's mission to provide comprehensive online access to African American history and culture, engaging a diverse audience. Interested Offerors should note that the RFP will be available on or about April 7, 2025, and must meet minimum qualifications to be considered for the contract. For further inquiries, contact Shanise Gholston at gholstons@si.edu.

Point(s) of Contact
Shanise Gholston
gholstons@si.edu
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