Photography Museum Government Bids & RFPs

Bidders must upload a portfolio and two professional references from museums, galleries, cultural institutions, or artists who have hired the bidder specifically for fine art collection or exhibition documentation within the past ten years.

The successful bidder must be registered and compliant on Hawaii Compliance Express (HCE) before a contract can be awarded.

The period of performance is anticipated to be from September 7, 2026, to September 6, 2027, with a twelve-month option period from September 7, 2027, to September 6, 2028. The period of performance is anticipated to be 7 September 2026 6 september 2027, as well as a twelvemonth option period of 7 september **** 2028.

Payment will be made by the code specified in block 18b. Invoices are to be submitted to the address shown in block 18a unless otherwise indicated. Payment will be made by code offeror code telephone number 17b. Submit invoices to address shown in block 18a unless block offer below is checked see addendum 19.

Award will be made to the quoter whose quote is most advantageous to the government, considering price and past performance. The government intends to award a single firm fixed price ffp purchase order as a result of this solicitation in accordance with far part 12 acquisition of commercial items. Award will be made to the quoter whose quote is most advantageous to the government under the selection criteria set forth in this solicitation.

The contractor shall possess working knowledge at an expert level, including digital photography, Adobe Photoshop elements and Acrobat professional, verbal and written communication skills, ability to work collaboratively, knowledge of current museum collection management standards and best practices, and physical ability for walking, climbing ladders, standing, bending, stooping, or carrying objects weighing up to 50 pounds. The contractor shall possess working knowledge at an expert level to successfully perform all requirements of this pws, which includes the following. . .

Failure to meet minimum specifications will result in an unacceptable technical rating and will not be further evaluated. Vendors providing general statements or paraphrasing the PWS may receive an unacceptable rating. Failure to meet the minimum specifications will result in a rating of unacceptable and will not be further evaluated. Vendors simply providing general statements or paraphrasingparroting the pws in whole or in any part may result in a rating of unacceptable.

The period of performance is anticipated to be from September 7, 2026, to September 6, 2027, with a twelve-month option period from September 7, 2027, to September 6, 2028. The period of performance is anticipated to be 7 September 2026 6 september 2027, as well as a twelvemonth option period of 7 september **** 2028.

Payment will be made by the code specified in block 18b. Invoices are to be submitted to the address shown in block 18a unless otherwise indicated. Payment will be made by code offeror code telephone number 17b. Submit invoices to address shown in block 18a unless block offer below is checked see addendum 19.

Award will be made to the quoter whose quote is most advantageous to the government, considering price and past performance. The government intends to award a single firm fixed price ffp purchase order as a result of this solicitation in accordance with far part 12 acquisition of commercial items. Award will be made to the quoter whose quote is most advantageous to the government under the selection criteria set forth in this solicitation.

The contractor shall possess working knowledge at an expert level, including digital photography, Adobe Photoshop elements and Acrobat professional, verbal and written communication skills, ability to work collaboratively, knowledge of current museum collection management standards and best practices, and physical ability for walking, climbing ladders, standing, bending, stooping, or carrying objects weighing up to 50 pounds. The contractor shall possess working knowledge at an expert level to successfully perform all requirements of this pws, which includes the following. . .

Failure to meet minimum specifications will result in an unacceptable technical rating and will not be further evaluated. Vendors providing general statements or paraphrasing the PWS may receive an unacceptable rating. Failure to meet the minimum specifications will result in a rating of unacceptable and will not be further evaluated. Vendors simply providing general statements or paraphrasingparroting the pws in whole or in any part may result in a rating of unacceptable.

Delivery is to be 5 to 10 business days after receipt of order.

The university is governed by the Tennessee Prompt Pay Act of ****, allowing 45 days for payment. Common practice is to pay within thirty (30) days from receipt of an undisputed invoice. A prompt payment discount will be considered in the award process when given for 30 days (e. g. , 1% 15 days, net 30 days).

An award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder considering price, ability to perform, conformity to specifications, and delivery time.

Companies must be duly authorized to do business and be in good standing under the laws of the state of Tennessee. Proposers must have all licenses and permits required by federal and state laws. The company must have been in business providing the commodity or services for a minimum of at least 5 years.

The institution may terminate the agreement for nonperformance, including failure to provide satisfactory quality of service, substantial change in ownership, or failure to comply with the terms of the agreement.

Procurement Services may inspect the facilities of any bidder or may require additional information regarding a bidder's ability to perform the proposed contract.

Failure to complete the bid form or comply otherwise with the bid requirements and specifications may be cause for rejection of the bid. Failure to sign the proposal will result in disqualification.