Niagara Falls Underground Railroad Interpretive Design
The City of Niagara Falls (City) is seeking a statement of qualifications and cost proposal from a
qualified consultant or consultant team (consultant) for services relating to the Niagara Falls
Underground Railroad Interpretive Center (Center). Requested services shall be provided in three
phases, as described in this RFP. Phase I involves thematic development and includes the
development of an Interpretive Plan. Phase II involves the preparation of an Operations Plan
that, among other things, will recommend steps to achieve its goals and objectives and to
provide a vision for interpretation, education, and visitor experience opportunities. Phase III
focuses on the design of exhibits and the preparation of specifications for bidding to fabricators
or contractors. Phase IV addresses exhibit fabrication and installation and is not part of this RFP.
The Center will be located on the first floor of the Niagara Falls US Customhouse (Customhouse),
located at 2245 Whirlpool Street, Niagara Falls, NY
