UU194984434 - Research Quest Digital Interactives Development

The purpose of this Request for Proposals (RFP) is to solicit proposals to enter into a contract with a qualified vendor to obtain support in the development, implementation, and management of digital interactives hereafter referred to as “Service” that underpin the Research Quest online investigations designed for middle school teachers developed by the Natural History Museum of Utah at the University of Utah, hereafter referred to as the "University," “NHMU,” or “Museum.”  The companies submitting proposals in response to this RFP will hereafter be referred to as “Vendor.”  The University is examining several alternatives of providing this Service and may decide, after reviewing proposals submitted, not to enter into any agreement. 

In 2015, the Natural History Museum of Utah launched its premier digital program, Research Quest, to support middle school level educators and their students. Since then, it has grown to include 14 individual research-based investigations that provide access and engagement with the Museum’s research scientists and collections. A 15th investigation is in development and will, along with the existing 14, require the necessary support of a Vendor who can help the Museum ensure the Research Quest investigations meet the continuing needs of its users.