Project Statement

The Sandy Creek Nature Center Exhibit project will provide funding to renovate the original Coastal and Wetlands Interactive Learning Centers (ILCs) at Sandy Creek Nature Center. The goal is to elevate these exhibits to the same standards of interactivity, sustainability, and multi-generational learning as the Agriculture, Woodlands, Urban, and Sky Center ILCs created through SPLOST 2011. Improvements may include updated interactive graphics, energy-efficient systems, larger aquariums, and enhanced. audio-visual technology.

Project Update

Sub-Project #1 – Aquarium Renovation

Sub-Project #1 Project Update:

Request for Proposal (RFP) to procure Aquarium Design and Installation Services vendor was issued by ACCGov in accordance with the ACCGov procurement process on May 17, 2024.  ACCGov received a single proposal in response to the RFP, exceeding the budget included in the RFP. Completing this as single sub-project ensures a cohesive and integrated design and installation, with minimal disruptions to the facility.  Therefore, staff is recommending allocating additional funds, in order to complete all of SP #1, at one time.  Mayor & Commission approved the construction services contract award & public art type and Location at the September 3, 2024 regular session meeting.