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R -- PROFESSIONAL SUPPORT SERVICES SOL NLM 00-185/UHP DUE 091100 POC Uyen H. Phuong (301) 496-6127 E-MAIL: karen_riggs@nlm.nih.gov, uyen_phuong@nlm.nih.gov. It is the intent of the National Library of Medicine (NLM), to negotiate on a sole source basis with Sue N. Voss, Washington, DC 20015, to provide exhibition script for the telegraph and the internet exhibition. The National Library of Medicine is producing a high-profile exhibition about the history of the telegraph and the internet, and the medical applications of telecommunications technologies. In addition to traditional museum exhibition labels, the Library will be introducing a new technology that will use touch screens to deliver text about themes of the exhibition in addition to various interactive and audiovisual stories. The audience is broad including medical professionals, the technical community, school groups, and the public. The exhibition scriptwriter must analyze complex technical and medical stories created by two curators, synthesize additional reading materials, and develop a creative, accessible, concise approach to the exhibition script. The scriptwriter will work closely with theexhibition designers and the exhibition team to develop a system to the script in addition to producing a multi-layered approach to writing and design the text. The exhibition script will utilize headlines, quotes, themes, main statements, sub statements, captions and other text devices. The exhibition scriptwriter will work with the curators to develop the script. The exhibition team will review the first draft. The scriptwriter will write a second draft for review by the Chief, History of Medicine Division. The Library Director will review the final draft script. During this process the exhibition designer and/or interactive designers will work with the exhibition scriptwriter for positioning and copy fitting. Upon approval by the Library Director, the scriptwriter will prepare a final script. The exhibition scriptwriter will provide final exhibition script that is clearly labeled as to label type and with an identification number. The text will be accurate, follow the Chicago Manual of Style, and the exhibition style sheet (which will be developed by the exhibition coordinator). Final script may be delivered in FileMaker Pro to be determined. The exhibition scriptwriter will proofread all typeset copy. The exhibition scriptwriter will write and edit a 6-panel exhibition brochure. In addition, the scriptwriter will proofread typeset copy. Sue Voss is uniquely qualified to provide exhibition script writing services based on her skills and experiences working as a writer editor for 17 years for the Office of Exhibits for the National Museum of Natural History and her 9 years experience as a free-lance writer of museum exhibits and related publications. Ms Voss has written extensively for museum audiences for over 25 years with a special emphasis on subjects including natural sciences, history, and medicine. She has been the lead writer on long-term exhibitions and major temporary installations. Ms Voss has adapted complex themes and multiple layers of information and made them accessible to the widest audiences in numerous venues. Ms Voss has developed exhibition scripts with high intellectual content and worked with demanding curators and within demanding schedules. In addition to her accomplishments within the many exhibitions for which she has scripted, Ms Voss had written booklets and brochures for many exhibitions and special publications for the Smithsonian Institution Press. Ms Voss has repeatedly demonstrated her success at developing crisp, entertaining interpretations of technical subjects while remaining true to the intellectual mission of exhibitions. Because of her skills and experiences, and her specialization as a scriptwriter within the science and history arena, Ms Voss is an unparalleled candidate for this assignment. The proposed acquisition will be procured under FAR Part 13 -- Simplified Acquisitions. This notice of intent is not a Request for Quotations (RFQ), nor is an RFQ available, however, all responsible sources may submit a proposal which will be considered by the NLM. Firms interestedin responding to this notice must be able to provide professional services as stated above. Responses should sufficiently demonstrate the firm's ability to meet the government's requirements. Responses are required within fifteen (15) calendar days from the publication date of this notice. NLM synopsis No. NLM 00-185/UHP. Inquires regarding this procurement may be made to Uyen H. Phuong, Lead Purchasing Agent, NLM on (301) 496-6127. Posted 08/23/00 (W-SN489111). (0236)

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