PHASE 3 CONSULTING SERVICES TO COORDINATE THE AMERICAN ALLIANCE MUSEUM ACCREDITATION PROCESS

The County of Middlesex is seeking a qualified consulting firm to manage and coordinate the American Alliance of Museums (AAM) accreditation process for its Arts Institute Division of History and Historic Preservation. The consultant will support core document revisions, pre‑planning for the AAM self‑study, provide exhibit‑model guidance, and deliver professional development sessions over a 24‑month period. The contract is a firm‑fixed‑price, flat‑fee arrangement with separate travel reimbursement and will commence shortly after award. • Scope includes reviewing and updating core documents (mission, collections policy, ethics, emergency response, strategic plan) based on AAM feedback. • Pre‑planning and assistance with the nine‑section AAM self‑study, including data gathering, on‑site peer reviews, and staff workshops. • Development of an AAM‑compliant exhibit checklist and guidance for upcoming county museum exhibits. • Delivery of virtual professional‑development sessions for local historic partners (20 min–1 hr each). • Minimum eight on‑site visits (≤3 days each) and travel expense reimbursement per federal per‑diem rates. • Required qualifications: ≥5 years museum consulting experience and proven AAM accreditation success. • Contract period: 24 months, starting November 17 2026, with a total flat‑fee plus travel. • Award expected November 16 2026; proposals due September 18 2026.