Demolition, site work, renovation and addition to a museum in Ephrata, Pennsylvania. Conceptual plans call for the addition of a museum; for the demolition of a museum; for the renovation of a museum; and for site work for a museum.

PROJECT LOCATION: 632 West Main Street, Ephrata, PA 17522 This Project is advertising for PROFESSIONAL SELECTIONS for design and/or engineering services. BRIEF DESCRIPTION: The scope of work includes but is not limited to transforming the Ephrata Cloister Visitor Center into a modern, welcoming, and functional facility that enhances the experience of patrons while respecting the site's historic context. The project involves expanding and reconfiguring spaces. It aims to create an efficient entrance that seamlessly guides visitors from the parking area to the new lobby and exhibit spaces, providing a more cohesive and accessible presentation of Pennsylvania history. The museum's collections and artifact storage should be consolidated into single secure climate controlled spaces. The energy efficiency performance of the building envelope and HVAC systems should be improved. ESTIMATED CONSTRUCTION COST: $3,360,000.00. The Department of General Services Capital Programs and the Bureau of Diversity, Inclusion and Small Business Opportunities identified this procurement as eligible for the setting of Small Diverse Business (SDB) and/or Veteran Business Enterprise (VBE) participation goals. Applicants must agree to meet all SDB and VBE Participation Goals in full or demonstrate that they have made Good Faith Efforts to meet the Goals. Refer to the project Trimble Unity Construct solicitation folder for instructions regarding Small Diverse Business and Veteran Business Enterprise participation. The Goals for SDB participation: 0% The Goals for VBE participation: 0% The method of Contractor Selection has not been Determined at this time.