Specifications include, but are not limited to: This RFP is to solicit proposals for the purposes of entering into a single contract through competitive negotiations for the professional services of an Architectural/Engineering firm, authorized to do business in the Commonwealth of Virginia. The selected A/E firm shall provide the full range of architectural and engineering services for design and construction of the Science Museum of Virginia – Northern Virginia Science Center. The A/E shall provide professional services for the project described in Part V of this RFP consistent with the A/E Manual, as revised, and latest directives issued by the Division of Engineering and Buildings concerning construction and professional services for new and renovated State buildings. Facility - New Construction: Estimated square footage of new construction - 70,000 sf This scope will be responsible for all work inside the curb line of project boundaries indicated in Attachment H Full Service amenities including restrooms, café, and gift shop Class Rooms and Multi-Purpose Rooms Administration and office area Large, Flexible Gallery / Exhibition space Exterior terraces allowing for indoor/outdoor exhibits that can function during either day or night. Innovation Studio Space for traveling exhibitions Gallery and Exhibition space are critical components to the design of this project. Dome theatre space, approx. 60’ with seating for 200 and a digital projection system. Project is anticipated to be designed and built to LEED certification standards Room for future expansion