Project Information

Bid Title

RFP: Exhibit Production, Construction & Installation Services at Hull Rust Mineview Visitor Center

Issuing Agency

Hibbing city

Location

Minnesota

Published Date

Jul 17, 2025

Closing Date

Jul 28, 2025

Government Level

State & Local

Status

Closed

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Project Description

Bid Title:	RFP: Exhibit Production, Construction & Installation Services at Hull Rust Mineview Visitor Center
Category:	City of Hibbing Bid Postings & RFPs
Status:	Open

Description: FULL RFP: /DocumentCenter/View/2905/Hull-Rust-Mine-View-Exhibition-space-RFP Statement of Purpose: The City of Hibbing is seeking proposals from qualified exhibit production and installation firms to fabricate and install the exhibition components for the newly designed Hull Rust Mine View Visitor Center. The final design package has been completed by the Science Museum of Minnesota and outlines detailed exhibition specifications for two gallery buildings situated at the historic mine overlook site on 411 McKinley St, Hibbing, MN. Project Overview: The Hull Rust Mine View will feature: Two major exhibit galleries (Main Gallery and Maps & Geology Gallery). Dramatic views of the open-pit mine. Interactive exhibits and hands-on activities. Historical and cultural stories of Hibbing, mining, immigration, Ojibwe communities, and Iron Range life. Exhibit Space: Approx. 5,000 sq. ft. total across two buildings. Construction Schedule: Fabrication Start: Late summer to early fall 2025. On-Site Installation: April 2026 or sooner. Completion Date and Public Opening: May 1, 2026 RFP Dates of Importance (subject to change): RFP Issuance: July 17, 2025 Deadline for Questions: 11:00am, July 23, 2025 Proposal Due: 11:00am CST, July 28th, 2025 Review Period: July 28-August 1, 2025 Firm Notified: August 8, 2025 Contract Finalization: Week of August 11th, 2025 Scope of Work: Exhibit Fabrication and Installation Services Shall Include: Pre-Production Coordination Exhibit Fabrication Graphics Production Quality Assurance Delivery and Installation Project Management and Documentation Submission Instructions: Proposals must be received by 11:00 am CST, July 28th, 2025. Submissions may be sent electronically to: - For security reasons, you must enable JavaScript to view this E-mail address. (Preferred method) Or delivered to: Hibbing City Services Department 400 E 23rd St Hibbing, MN 55746 Late submissions will not be considered. Proposal Format: Maximum 20 pages (excluding cover, back, dividers) - Numbered pages, font no smaller than 10 pt - 1 electronic copy if emailed and 3 hard copies if delivered. Required Content: Cover Letter Project Team and Roles Project Approach and Work Plan Relevant Experience with Similar Museum/Interpretive Projects References Financial Stability and Insurance Coverage Fee Proposal Project Management and Coordination Transportation and logistics Itemized exhibit materials and fabrication. Listed by exhibit section. Itemized installation & labor. Listed by exhibit section. Contingency if applicable. List any In-Kind Contributions to the project if applicable. Total Sum of all work. Provide a Draft Agreement/Terms FOR FULL RFP, see: /DocumentCenter/View/2905/Hull-Rust-Mine-View-Exhibition-space-RFP Publication Date/Time: 7/17/2025 12:00 AM Closing Date/Time: 7/28/2025 12:00 PM Contact Person: Nick Arola City Service Director – City of Hibbing nickarola@hibbingmn.gov 218-421-5565 Related Documents: Hull Rust Mine View Exhibition space RFP

Commodity Codes

• NAICS 236220Commercial and Institutional Building Construction
• NAICS 512110Motion Picture and Video Production
• NAICS 541430Graphic Design Services

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