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1.0 Background The Council invited bids for consultancy in respects 0 conceptualisation and feasibility of science city. The details of process followed, TOR< bids received, initial shortlisting, presentation and final listing of 5 bidders is elucidated under Annexure - 1. The evaluation committee carried out a detailed evaluation of technical bids, following which financial bids were opened on Dec 8, 1999. 2.0 Approach To Evaluation The bids are evaluated on a 100 mark scale. The technical bid and financial bid cary 75 marks and 25 marks respectively. 3.0 Technical Bid Evaluation The technical bid is divided into three parameters The Organisational Capability 15 Marks Relevant Experience 35 Marks Approach and Methodology 25 Marks The Committee selected these weights inview of the fact that organisational capability differences among five bidders in the final list are not significant. The technical bid evaluation scheme is summarised under Table-1. Individual bid was awarded a letter grade (a,b,c, A, B, C) in respect of each of the 18 sub-parameters listed under Table-1. The letter grandes were converted into marks as per the scheme shown under Table-1. 4.0 Technical Bid Evaluation Findings The technical bid evaluation findings are set out under Table-2. The organisational capability variations ar negligible. JLL possess the best relevant experience having been comprehensively involved in conceptualisation and developmentt of several science cities in the world. TCE, TCS and CES are next in order. TCE has the advantage of an eminent Indian science city specialist and has named an international specialist it proposes to hire. TCS is to be assisted by Dr Jayant Narlikar and an overseas science city specialist. CES has entered into an arrangement with CSIr. Babtie has not produced any evidence of its tieup with Techniquest and the latter appears to be a small science centre in UK. All save TCS are strong in terms of architecture / engineering capability. On Market research all bidders barring TCS and CES are weak. CES have a tieup with IFCI advisory services and come out strong on financial strategy. On understanding of S&T themes, all bidders except Babtie perform well mainly because of the nature of tieup they have worked out. CES consortium members have worked together earlier and TCS has trackrecord of doing interdisciplinary studies; and so those score well on filtering and integrated subparameter. The approach and methodology evaluation is based on an assessment of the relevant written papers sumbitted by bidders. JLL and CES lag behind other three. The relevant details on technical evaluation are given under Annexure -2. In terms of technical bid, the bidder scores are as follows : | |||||
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CES 54 Marks TCE 57 Marks TCS 58 Marks BCIL 49.5 Marks rounded of to 50 JLL 55.5 marks rounded off to 56 5.0 Financial Bid Evaluation The Committe has focussed on thegross financial burden for the Council in respect of individual bids. The individual bidders, barring minor exceptions, have furnished adequate and clear data to help the Committee arive at such gross financial burden. The lowest financial burden bidder is awarded full marks (25 marks) while the highest bidder is awarded 20% marks (5 marks). The difference between the highest and lowest yields a form of Rs. 5.42 lacs per one mark. The financial bid scores are as follows : Bidder Financial Burden Financial Bid Score (Rs in lacs) CES 4.51 25 TCE 151.86 5 TCS 49.35 24 BCIL 138.78 7 JLL 70.32 20 The details are given under Table - 3. 6.0 Technical - Cum - Financial Bid : The Consolidated Position This is as follows : Bidder Technical Financial Total Score Score Score CES 54 25 79 TCE 57 5 62 TCS 58 24 82 BCIL 50 7 57 JLL 56 20 76 7.0 Recommendation In the best interest of the Council, we may negotiate the following with TCS - the top bidder. Strengthening achitectural / engineering aspect by inducting an appropriate associate. Inducting an Indian science city speacilist. The Committee presumes that while that TCS price offer expired on Nov. 30, 1999. TCS will extend its validity without altering the financial bid in any way. In the event of failure to work out a contract with TCs, the committe will negotiate with next bidder in the list. | |||||
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Table - 1 Technical Bid Evaluation Scheme Parameter Marks The Orinasational Capability Size as evidenced by manpower 2.5 Multi-locationality and evidence of work under cross cultural condition 2.5 Manpower profile of bidder (including other members of a consortium) 2.5 CV's of project team for science city vis-a-vis project requirement 2.5 CV's of project team leader vis-a-vis project requirement 2.5 Evidence of agreement / understanding among consortium members, if there is a consortium 2.5 Subtotal 15 Relevant Experience Conceptualising a science city or similar project 5 Architectural / engineering desgin experience on an innovative capital-intensive, public oriented project 5 Market research experience on an innovative capital intensive, public oriented project 5 Financial strategy, structuring and analysis for an innovative, capital intensive, public oriented project 5 Project experience involving understanding of S&T themes on an across the board basis 5 Experience of filtering and integrating inputs from a multi company consortium or association 5 Subtotal 35 Approach & Methodology Understanding of Gujarat Concept Prior homework and enthausiasm as reflected by the technical proposal 5 Comprehensivity of methodology 5 Creativity underlying methodology 5 Work planning orientation as reflected by methodology 5 Subtotal 25 Total 75 a=2.5, b=2.0, c=1.5, A=5.0, B=4.0, C=3.0 | |||||
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Table - 3 Financial Bid Evaluation (Rs. in lacs) CES TCE TCS BCIL JLL Professional 41.79 12.95 47.00 127.56 67.51 Fee & Expenses Exclusion & Nil Manpower None Contingency None Its Estimated Cost, Travel The Council Cost Living and presumes Incidental this to be Expenses of Zero TCE for overseas visit. based on estimate made by a similar fee bidder (Babtie) this is taken at Rs. 14 lacs Tax To Be 1.72 Service tax 2.35 Service tax 2.81 Borne by on rupee fee on rupee fee Council (Rs. @ 5% = Rs. @ 5% = Rs. lacs 6.38 lacs 2.80 lacs Withholding Withholding tax on foreign tax on foreign currency fee currency fee @ 15% = Rs. @ 15% = Rs. 3.53 lacs 8.42 lacs Total = Rs. 9.91 Total Rs. lacs 11.22 lacs Estimated 43.51 151.86 49.35 138.78 70.32 Financial (contingency Burden for excluded) The Council Fee Payment Nil 23.54 None (a 70.56 33.76 To be made Provision In Foreign made in Exchange (Rs. Rupee) in lacs) Terms of Not specified 15% 5 stages, Spread in Not Payment downpayment involving five stages specified 80% in 4 20% monthly payment instalments | |||||
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Escalation None For work to be None Work beyond Not done beyond March, 1999 specified July 2000 at a (This is an So, mutually agreed error. The presumed but not less than intention on 10% rate their part appears to be March 2000) Other None Monthly 3% pm Reference to Payment Comments payment not interest on negotiation for 50% of linked to progress delay in fee arriving at final foreign withholding payment fees. Cost and currency tax rate not Price offer time overun and service specified valid till possibility tax @ Nov. 30 indicated 5% are incogruent This may add Rs.3.38 lacs to council burden and raise it to Rs 73.70 lacs | |||||
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evaluated and marks allocated. The evaluation committee will carry out further technical evaluation on the basis of following broad parameters. Organizational Capability Relevant Experience Methodology and Approach adopted for this assignment. A detailed marking system for determining technical bid scores will rest on these parameters and will be decided by the Member Secretary. The High-level committee has directed the Council to send appropriate communication to the shortlisted bidders including the two bidders under the standby list and to the remaining bidders who have failed to qualify technically. | |||||
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Chapter - 3 Concept Plan 3.1 Design Objectives : 3.1.1 Introduction : Gujarat is in the forefront of industrialisation in the country, and the need to inculcate and nurture a scientific spirit fof enquiry among the people is of utmost relevance. The Gujarat Council of Science City (GCSC) is an initiative of the Government of Gujarat to create a world class institution for the popularisation of science among young and old. 3.1.2 Goals and Objectives : The proposed complex is conceptualised as a means of widening the scientific outlook of the new generation, supplement the science and technology education imparted in school and colleges and make the younger generation understand and appreciae the impact of the scienfitifc and technological advancements. The theme has to be reflected not only through the contents of the thematic pavilions but also through the layout, open spaces, built from and above all the landscape. It has todemonstrate the advancement in building technology and its possible integration wth the enviornment like energy efficient buildings. It has to promote the creation of a biome. Enviornment conductive to learning and stimulating thoughts has to be imbibed in the minds of the visitors so that they have a long lasting impression of the experience that they had in the Science City and feel motivated enough to visit it againl 3.1.3 The Site : The site for the proposed complex is located at a distance of 3 kms from Sarkhej - Gandhinagar highway (NH-8). The ara of proposed complex admeasures approximately 100 hectares. The approach to site at present is through the NH-8 and Sola road from city side. The proposed ring road in the AUDAmaster plan is on the east of the plot. 3.2 Design Ceoncept & Philosophy : 3.2.1 Concept Plan and Development : The comprehensive Master plan for the complex has been developed with due consideration to the following : a) Visual and physical linkage of the built up areas through pedestrian pathways interspersed with malls. b) Hierarchis of open spaces at varying scales and linked for enhanced integration. c) Scales ranging from mammoth publics squares to spaces within the pavilions in absolute garden settings. d) Small nodal spaces punctuating the length of the pathways developed as landscape junctions. e) Plot shapes to ensure built form controls to create a conhesive built from with flexibility to built varying forms. f) Grand scale for pavilion structures. g) Optimum utilisation of land with suitable massing and density. Various pavilions with some commonality in themes / functions are grouped around a open space. The pavilions have indoor and outdoor exhibits and are linked through internal transportation network. The land subdivision for vairious pavilions have been worked out with due consideration to accessibility, services and circulation to individual plots on one side and the minimum size of the sleable plots for the desired density and massing in the site on the other. The efficiency of the internation circulation along with the logical flow of the subjects has been considered as a key factor in determining the location of the pavilions and the distribution of the green spaces and built forms. The area allocation for the theme has based on type shape and | |||||
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pavilions have been grouped in Clusters of three or four plots wherein the open space and other facilities are integrated for common use. Open Spaces : The open space consists of the areas where it is desirable to retain open lawns or low level planting... The open spaces are planned in such a way so as to aid visitor orientation, allow clear views of landmarks, the waterbody and other landscape features. The focal plantations provide view of gardn eatures and specimen trees and enable visitors to orientate themeselves in relation to their surroundings. The orderly sequence of these spaces in an overall pattern forms interesting and logical circulation pattern. Three levels of open spaces have been planned in the site. a) Individual pavilion level open space is proposed to be developed. b) The cluster level space should have a more general landscape to set off the pavilion, creating a visual and physical link along the pathways. c) The central open space is proposed to be developed as main focal point. Circulation, Pathways and Transport System : The circulation system is of crucial importance to visitor usability of the area and has to be designed as single coherent entity considering the area a visitor is required to cover. So, coherent circulation networks which effectively serves the Science City visitors needs is proposed to be develped. Path widths shall realte to thier intended use and importance in the circulation heierarcy. A series of landmark features shall be established at important path junctions or at the ends of major paths to act as focal points and to help orientate the path user. The contemporary concept of internal movement system in the form of a lop road has been followed keeping in view the magnitude of the area. Radial pedestrain movement from clusters towards central green space would be intersecting therapid movement loop to form the nodes that shall be developed as landscape focus. Sitting areas and amenities would be located along the radial pedestrian pathways. To facilitate the above objective of providing easy accessibility it was decided to provide alternate arrangements for the visitors in terms of modes of transport. A transport network has been planned connecting all the cluster of pavilions and entrace plaza that will be supplemented by another mode operating on water. Parking : The entry points to the complex shall be adequately supported with parking plots in proximity to the entrance plaza. The spaces for parking are distributed considering the phasing of the complex. The cumulative parking area is estimated to be approximately 10% of the site area when the complex is fully operational. 3.4 Elements of the Complex : 3.4.1 Entrance Plazas : Three entrances have been planed to take care of visitor circulation that may arise in future. The main entrance has been planned fromthe Sola Road. The entrance are flanked with adequate parking keeping in mind the projected traffic, which will be generated during the peak hours when the Science City becomes fully operational. Entrance plazas are connected by internal transport network. 3.4.2 Pavilions : The pavilion building placement confirm to the objectives of the open span plan. Their intended use shall be appropriate to the theme of that particular pavilion and to the goals, objectives and policies of the Science City on a boader scale. They shall be compatible in colour and design with their surroundings. 3.4.3 OUt door Exhibits : Some of the interesting development proposals in the layout plan are listed below only to illustrate the outdoor enviornment and content. | |||||
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(i) General Category : a) Layout map of Gujarat showing rivers and canal system, forests, industrial, townships, and natural reserves - people can walk thorugh and also have birds-eye view from several raised platforms. A scale model of the Sardar Sarovar project (with two different scales for the vertical height an horizontal spread) with upstream river system, the reservoir, the dam with the spillways, control ates, turbine and generating station, distribution yard and down stream canal system. b) High speed frequency responsive programmable musical fountain with laser projection on water screen-tickted area to be enclosed by planation fence. c) Animated and illuminated fountains of different shapes, placed in water pools all over the decorative garden area. d) Geneva jet fountain 50 m tall on a 75 m diameter pool placed at a central location to be viewed from a distance. e) Planation - ornamental vgardening with botanical classification, flowering and timber trees, fruit bearing trees for birds, decorative shrubs all over the campus. f) Rockery with fern and moss g) Walkthrough aviary in the shape of bird h) Planation of economic plants - tea, coffee, rubber, spices, sandal i) Planation of medicinal and aromatic plants. j) Hands-on-exhibits merged with landscape on physics, basis mechanics, mathematics etc - in different enclaves or in one place. k) Entertainment rides modified to demonstrate scientific principles - in one place or scattered. l) Social forestry with nature trial m) Two outdoor teatres with a gallery of 500 persons, stage of size 20 m x 10m with preparatio rooms on the wings - for drama, puppetry, magic, music etc on scientific themes. n) Ground water pipelines, outlets, sprinklers, garden light, public address system, high mast lights with cable layouts along road alignments. (ii) Solar Park - with solar pumps, solar heater (to supply warm water to food stalls), solar still, solar light (all over the campus for night security), large solar panel for alternative elcectric supply (to be integrated into building architecture, as a slope equal to the latitude of Ahmedabad and facing south 1000 sq.m (iii) Space park - tall scale models of rockets used by ISRO for launching satelites - SLV< ASLV, PSLV and subsequent rockets with details of their dimensions, thrust, playload and orbit of the satelites reached. Scale globes of the Earth, Moon, Mars, Venus, Mercury, Jupiter and Saturn showing the areas alreadycharted by space various space missions. Walk on the surface of the Moon and Mars indicating the areas named after renowned scientists specially Indian scientists, the locations where American and Russian space vehicles have landed at different points of time, with detailed information on their missions. Rocketry with different kinds of rocks, on which visitors will be able to climb with detailed information on their source, origina nd dates typical river system with tributaries, which can be controlled by visitors to study how rivers flow, banks are eroded, oxbow lakes are formed river courses change, vortex and quicksand are formed, deltas are formed etc. -= visitors will have real life experience of vortex and quicksand. | |||||
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a) A pool for pisciculture - 209,000 sq.m b) A poultry with incubator and see -through hatcherry - 1000 sq.m c) Apiary with a large flower garden - 5000 sq.m d) A small diary - 2500 sq.m (iv) Nature Exhibits a) Tissue culture laboratry and display of catus, sudcculents and bonsai - 1000 sq.m b) Greenhouse ad nursery - 500 sq.m c) Butterfly breeding enclave - 2500 sq.m d) Insects on natural habitat - 2 hubs of 10 sq.m size e) Reptile pits - 500 sq.m f) pit corner with rabbits, guinea pigs, ground birds and pet library - 200 sq.m g) River valley with control of river cruises, quicksand, vortex, waterbody with duck house, fish, turtles - 2000 sq.m 3.4.4 Other Structures : In addition to pavilions the complex shall have variety of other structures. These include Temporary ExhibitionHalls Viewing Tower Geneva Jet Shopping plazas Eating Jonits Information counters 3.4.5 Landsaping Elements : The Science City wil be notable for the diversity that it will provide in terms of senic beauty, physical character and potential possibilites for landscape effects. It would be double layred. The landscape courts would be planted with flowering shurbs, ornamental trees and background planations should be interspersed with the focal points. The central lawn is proposed to be developed as `Eco-Garden' with greenuyhouse exhibiting ecosystems and their components and relationships. The biotechnology section should exhibit the advancement in plant technology. The landscape elements can be broadly classified as : Signages and Sculptures : The signage and sculptures should be unobbtrusive and restricted to commemoration of ceremonial plantings. Memorials shall have specific historical relevance to the Science Cityor to the individual pavilion themes. Art works shall have relevance to the themes of the pavilions. Planations : It is proposed to have three types of planations, namely Buffer or Peripheral,Focal and Aesthetic. Peripheral planation is proposed of dense tree species serving as noise/dust buffers Sitouts : The sitting areas shall be such as to enhnce the immediate enviornment and not be deterimental to the overall functions. The design charcter and form should display hiigh aesthetic quality and add to the amenity value some places will be identified as a site for terraced seating from which to view the focal points and other landmarks of the Science City. Paved Areas : The open ares ashuall have a mix of hard and soft landscape elements. The | |||||
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linkages to the individual pavilions clusters shall be adequately paved. Other landscaping : elements like musical fountains, sprinklers and jets, garden lights, high mast lights etc. are to be planned at appropriate locations keeping in mind their purpose of getting easily visible. Water Body : The central open are hall have water body surrounding the relief model of Gujarat and linking the other parts of the complex as water channel. The water body is proposed to be used as another transport mode within the complex. At the same time the pedestrian pathways crossing the water channel shall have the bridges of different types. Plantation and Horticulture : The trees shall be one of the major attractions. Display of representative tree species from different parts of the world should be there to educate the visitors about the plant world, horitculture information, amenity such as providing shade with large foliage trees, visual appeal and research and scientific advancement. An official tree planting and replacement program shall be drawn up for the entire Science City listing potential replacement species and planting sites. The land has to be planted in mixed stands of native and exotic trees and shrubs for the dual purpose of preventing dust, noise and pollution and enhancing the landscape effect. Planation of ornamental pants with botanical classification, flowering and timber trees, fruit bearing trees for birds and decorative shrubs all over the campus should be given top priority. A separate section should be dedicated to the planations of economic plants such as tea, coffee, rubber, spices, sandal etc and another one for medicinal and aromatic plants. The draft conceptual layout of the site showing the location of the entrances, parking areas, arrangement and sizes of the plots for the theme pavilions, open and green spaces, water bodies and relief model of Gujarat and location of outdoor exhibits as mentioned above is shown in the enclosed layout. 3.5 Planning Guidelines 3.5.1 Plots Subdivision : An average plot size of 15000 sq.m was estimated basedon the size of the exhibits that will be displayed in various pavilions. The circulation space was taken to be around 50% to avoid congestion during the peak seasons. The hexagonal shape f plot gives flexibility to design as well as further subdivision of the plos in case needed. Such combinations have been reflected in the indicative builtforms shown in the conceptual plan. 3.5.2 Buildings : The buildable area with the plot has been limited to maximum of 25% of the plot area. With setback margins of 9.0 m the designer has flexibility to locate structure centrally of along the periphery of the plot. The plot demeracation shall serve as national boundary hence elements like compound wall are recommended tobe replaced with the use of landscape elements. 3.5.3 Parking : The complex shall have internal transport system of its own. The other mode of circulation i.e. golfcardts which a visitor can hire are proposed. The plots shall have adeequate parking provisions for the same. 3.6 The Pavilions : The broad themes of the pavilions in the proposed complexare Universe, LIfe, Planet Earth,Basic Sciences, Energy, Food, Health,Water, Enviornment, Industries, Manufacturing, Nuclear / Defence, Transport, Materials, Biotechnology, Information Technology and Communication. Easy accessibility of the pavilions has been considered as the most important criteria as the site ais large in size and the minimum waling distance without missing any important activity criteria has to be given due weightage. Hence theme pavilions have been grouped in | |||||
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Chapter - 4 Educational and Promotional Programs 3.1 Introduction The Science City will be different from the authoritative structures of formal education. It will focus on informal community based learning. The Science City will be at the forfront of supporting the instituationalkisation fo inquiry-based instruction in schools. The objective of educationl programs will be to create and substain a culture of learning that fosters the process of personal inquiry, experimentation, communication, understanding, and the sharing of values about our world. The educational programs at Science City can be developed both in-house by the staff orin collaboration with external educational and research institutions. Science City can partner with the schools, teachers and administrators, with national laboratories and research organisations, Department of Education, Curriculum specialists, universities, industry, and others. In addition, guest curators of special exbhibitions, board members, retired professionals serving in a volunteer capacity, visiting scholars, and others, can create intellectual interest around the Science City. Programs would include both single events and comprehensive program plans for an entire roster serving different interest groups and ages, concerning different topics in different formats. The following sections gives an inicative list of the range of educational and promotional programs that can be undertaken at the Science City. Onsite Educational Programs for Students and Community Outreach Programs Professional Development Programs for Teachers Contests and Competitions Media and Communication Volunteers Memberships Commercial Activities The Science City will conduct a series of educational programs to complement students' school curriculum. Perodic visits to the Science City would be made a part of the regular curriculum in the state. The students would perform interactive science particals and participate in exploratory activities. They would also be encouraged to undertake their projects within the Science City. The programs would be both onsite and offsite. 4.2 Onsite Programs for Students and Community 4.2.1 Guided Pavilion Tours Instructors will provide guided tours to all or specific pavilions to groups to get a bettern understanding of the exhibits. The instructors will brief the groups on the exhibit. These guided tours would focus on the specific interest of the student and supplement the existing curriculum. The tours will be designed to enhance the observational and critical thinkings skills. To facilitate | |||||
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this, pre visit activities can be encouraged through classroom activity book, video, printed materials, web site searches etc. During the guided tour, worksheets canbe distributed to schoolchildren. Post-visit activities can quizzes, tests, experiments etc. 4.2.2 Learning Labs Research and laboratory facilities can be made available to children giving them an opporrtunity to conduct experiments under the supervision of instructors. Studnets can explore hands on laboratory situations through co-operative learning techniques.They will be encouraged to observe, experiment and draw inferences based on the data they obtain. 4.2.3 Young Scientists Scheme School Students can participate in this scheme in which he has to earn a Young Scientist Badge underdifferent categories such as Young Physicist; Young Zoologist; Young Geologist; Young Mathematician etc. Students will have to buy a corresponding activity card and perform tasks listed in the card within a stipulated time frame. A badge and a certificate will be awarded to the child on successful completion of the activities. 4.2.4 Workshops and Lectures Courses can be designed to stimulate students' interest in science. Each course will fcus on concepts, principles and applications of science through flectures, demonstrations etc. 4.2.5 Camp in progrtams (Overnight PRograms) Camp in programs will be open to student,s families, youth groups etc. Such programs will begin in the evening with hands on experiments, demonstrations and discussions. Campers can participate in workshops, see a movie in the IMAX theatre, explore the exhibits in the Science City etc. They can also gaze at stars at night. Camping facilities such as sleeping bags, tents etc. will be provided by Science City at a prescribed fee. In the morning, nature trialstrails, a visit to the greenhouse can be conducted. Campers can received souvenir and a certificate on completion of the camp. Camping sites may also be created with themes of adventure, exploration of space, history, nature etc. 4.2.6 Holiday Camps / Family Programs Daylong camps for children can be organised during school vacations and festival breaks on various topics. Similarly, the entire family willl be encouraged to participate in programs designed for parents and kids to work together on a variety of topics on science. 4.2.7 Puppet Shows / Magic Shows Puppet shows and magic shows demonstrating science can be performed tragetted specifically at small children. 4.2.8 Internship Programs for Students : Internship Programs will offer opportunities to learn about educational programming for both adults and children. Interns can be placed in different deparments of the Science City based on experience and skills. Some of the areas are : Program management - work with Science City staff to help research, plan and manag workships, demonstrations, seminars etc. Publicity - assist in publicity of Science City through community and media outerach; fulfil press reqeust; draft media releases and calander releases. | |||||
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Membership - help devise strategies to increase memberships through appropriate markieting strategies Study tours - help with educational tour planning including program design, marketing, registration, customer service, tour operation and evaluation. Administration - help in areas of financia organisation, human resources, general operations. 4.2.9 Critical Issues Forum The Critical Issues Forum will focus on stdent's abilities to examine contemporary issues of science and global concers. The goadls of the Critical Isues Forum are to develop the connections between scientific concepts and everyday life, increase understanding of the science process; and increase public understanding of the issues related to the future of the world. The school teams will research the political, economic, social/cultural, and scientific omains of critial issues, compile their research into meaningful documents, and demonstrated their understanding through a variety of multimedia presentations at student conferences.They can use a variety of formats including poster sessions, web page presentations, position papers, video or other types of presentation media. 4.3 Offsite Programs Offsite programs would bring science education to schools and communities through a variety of activities such as workshops, mobile science vans, le lecture services etc. with strees on the use of `make and take' projects. Children create models, conduct experiments and carry the models / results with them to share with family and friends. Many of the on-site programs mentioned eariler can be made a part of the outreach program. Some offsite programs that can be included are : 4.3.1 Mobile Science Vans : Mobile vans would reach schools, communities and villages to demonstrate applications and expermients of science. The Science City staff will visit different place to present science show using everyday materials and props.These mobile vans can travel across the country presenting programs through a combination of computerised multimedia shows and interactive science demonstrations. The van can be erquipped with state of the art equipment. Demonstrations can be specifically tailored keeping the rural populace in mind. 4.3.2 Partnership Programs with Schools : The Science City can enter into science partnership programs with schools. Through exhibits, science kits, assemblies, workshops, field trips, apperenticeships, and other resources, students can combine creativity with scientific knowledge and entertainment. As a result,they can create and interpret their own curriculum -based exhibit projects. The schoolw ould use the resources of the Science City in the following manner. Science City Staff can work with students and teachers on exhibit themes linked to the newest topics that the museum is exploring. Guest experts from the musum, scientists, professionals in the field of science can serve as classroom mentors for student projects. Custom designed field trips can be given to students. 4.3.3 Workshops at school : Workshops for a period of 1-5 days for one of five days can be dconducted allowing students | |||||
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to solve challenges, explore their enviornment, and apply science concepts to their daily lives through hands0on, classroom-based sessions. Sessions can be taught in the teacher's room or in a classroom space provided by the school. 4.3.4 Demonstrations at Schools Instructors and guides from Science City can bring interactive exhibits tothe school catering to different age groups and classes. BOth standard and customised packages can be mae available at a prescribed fee. 4.3.5 Portable Planetarium Portable planetariums can be taken to classrooms. Standard topics include night sky motions,phases of the moon, causes of seasons, constellations, celestial navigation etc. 4.3.6 Travelling exhibitions Exhibits on topical themes can be toured to other science centres, museums, shopping centres, parks, community events, schools and educational institutions. 4.3.7 Science Kits / Trunks on Hire Schools can hire science trunks /kits from the Science City on different otpics of science catering to students of all classes. Each kit would consist of instructional guide, artifacts, specimens, activities, audio-visual materials and supplies for a specific group size of students. The schols can pay rent for hiring the kits for a specified duration. 4.3.8 Study Tours : Study Tours or educational tavels programs can be designed to provided a combination of study, discovered and adventure covering a wide range of disciplines in science. EAch tour would be headed by an educator andcan cater to school groups and families. 4.3.9 Science Theatre The Science Theatre will combine science, drama, education an entertainment to produce theatrical performances. These presentation will show student that science and technology are relevant in every day life. Theatrical style productions and street plays can be done on the lives of scientists, important inventions and discoveries, applications of science etc. These presentations an be made in schools. Another feature could be to use improvisational theatre performances to interpret the existing exhibits in the pavilions. The interactive program can invitie intense exchange with audience on questions such as enviornmental priorities and human vs. animal rights. 4.3.10 Mentoring National and world-renowned scientists can serve voluntarily as student mentors. Based on research conducted with these world renowned scientists, student researchers are provided the unique opportunity to report their scientific research results in professional scientific publications, research papers, and through formal and poster presentations. 4.4 Community Outreach Programs The Science City would encourage close interaction with the community. Programs would be specifically tailored to meet a wide range of commuity groups such as rural communities, tribal areas, senior citizens, women, uneducated adults etc. Science City staff can work closely with local educational, civic, cultural and business organisations to design and implement programs that are of relevance to the community. Series of lectures, workshops, seminars or discussions | |||||
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on topics of interest to the community which can be held at community centres, schools, libraries, twon halls etc. An indicative list of community outreach programs is given below : Serve as camping sites, training camps for NCC, scouts and guides. Science City can provide the materials and the curriculum for hands on activities in co-ordinations with the concerned organisation. Collaboration with old age homes for senor citizens programs and orphanages to provided in house and outreach program. Members of the general public are invited to the Science City to share memories of significiant events and historical periods. Similar "memory days" and "oral witness" programs can be carried out. Establishment of science communicty groups where participants can gather to meet socially and share common educational interests. A series of scholarly symposia including active members of the public, in which participants discuss current ideas in history and changes in the emerging views of events in the past. Events in which participants meet local or visiting authors, fire fighters, shopkeepers, engineers and scientists. 4.5 Competitions and Awards 4.5.1 Competitions Science City can host competitions promoting science and technology should be held on a regular basis. Annual Science Quiz contest : This could be modelled on the lines of the popular Bournvita Quiz Contst and Brand Equity Quiz Contest hosted by Times of India Group. Annual Robotics Competition : Entries can be invited from children representing different schools. Annual School Science Project Competition : The annual school science fair would provide an opportunity for school to exhibit the science projects of their students. The purpose of these competitions will be to encourage students to b creative and innovative while improving their scientific skills. The projects canbe in different categories such as life sciences, earth sciences, computers, mathematics etc. Science and Technology Fair and Corporates : Companies can showcase their products and latest development in the field of science and technology. Best REsearch Paper by Students in different age group. Annual Science Skit/Drama/Theatrical Production Annual Debate Competitio on Contemporary Science Issues. Annual Science Elocution / Extempore. 4.5.2 Felicitation of meritorious students, scientists Students getting the highest marks in science and allied subjects in Board examinations can be feliciated in an annual award s ceremony. Similarly, scientists of national eminence who have made significant contributions to the field of science should be honoured. | |||||
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4.5.3 Fellowships and Grants The Science City will facilitate scholarly interactions with students at colleges, universities and research organisations through fellowhips and grants. 4.5.4 Celebration of important days Miscellaneious promotional activities can be a regular feature of the Science City. Some of the events that can be organised are : National Science day : National Science day would be organised every year on february 28 to raise public awarness about the importance of science education and to heighten the enthusiasm for science and technology. National Science Day : National Science day would be organised every year on February 28 to raise public awarness about the importance of science education and to heighten the enthusiasm for science and technology. Celebration fo Birthdays : Birthdays of eminent personalities related to science and culture will be celebrated on a regular basis. Such events will be used as platform for dissemination of the ideas and philosophies of these great personalities. Debates and discussions will also be held on their works to generate awarness and invite more ideas. Spotlight o the Fortnight Youth Science Fortnight Discovery Week. 4.6 Professional Development Programs for Teachers Science City can work as a facilitator for high-uality professional development programs forteachers in Gujarat.Programs can be made available at the Science City or at the school. They can host satewide science teacher conferences, workshops, institutes, and extended in-school projects for educators. Professional Development Programs can target primary, middle and high school math, science and technology teachers. As aprovider of high quality, rigorous staff develpment programs, Science City can assist teachers in the direct implementation of the school cirriculum for science. They can support and enhance science curricula through collaboratively designed programs for teacher in inquiry methods, technology, and science dcontent ares. The program will improve the understanding of science and technolgoy by providing. enhancement of teachers' use and understanding of science research methods and technology, enrichment opportunities for teachers; resources and technical support to schools; partnerships between education communities; An illustrative list of programs is given below : 4.6.1 Exhibit Programs Teachers will be provided with strategies to use the creative exhibit desig approach with any curriculum theme.Through the program, they can develop skills inresearching basis science principles, designing and constructing prototype exhibits and conducting similar sessions in their classroom. | |||||
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4.6.2 Resource Centre for teachers The science City can fundctions as a resource centre for teachers by providing a lending library to innovative supplemental materials for the classroom, access to latest computer technology and educational media including Internet access. 4.6.3 Workshops Single session / Week long workshops allowing teachers to experience inquiry ofr a specific science topic, get ideas and address stategies an concenrs. Extended programs would allowfor xtensive discussion, curriculum planning and lesson desgin, alignment with district/state/national standards, assessment strategies, field experiences, guest presentation and pavilion visits. 4.6.4 Projects Teachers will receive three or more days of focused professional development with "assignments" that are shared at a session. Inquiry methods are incrementally implemented throughout the course and authenetic experiences with the process are shared. Co-teaching support, leadership training, peer coaching, and other components necessary to specific needs can be added to this model. Graduate credit can be given to the teachers. 4.6.5 Conferences Science City can host discipline specific, daylong events. Conference provide networkikng, content experts, and sharing of new ideas for the classroom. 4.6.6 Scientist Mentoring Program Scientists can share their expertise of science with teachers by giving them presentations, answering their questions both in person and on-line, visiting their classrooms, providing tours, and generally assisting them in the learning and teaching of their topic. 4.6.7 Pre-visit Programs Teachers can visit the Science City before the school Groups visit so that theycan prepare relevant educational material. 4.7 Media and Communication Science City will support the development of scientific literacy through communicationand theuse of media. Some of the activities proposed are : 4.7.1 Library Science City will maintai a specialized library with the latest books, publications, encyclopaedia on various disciplines of science will be maintained and offered to the educational institutions, corporates, other bodies and general public. Calander of events to be features in the Science City would be displayed in the library regularly. Materials provided to students and teachers may included the following : Books Videotapes Hands-on science kits, such as Science and Technology for Children (STC) Kits Compact Disc-interactive (CD-i) players and materials Interactive videodics playersand videodiscs. Professional development materials. | |||||
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4.7.2 Publishsing of Newsletter, Science Magazine and other Science Based Literature An editorial board constituted by the scientists staff and volunteers would manage the magazine. Contributions will be invited from the world of science, eduation, industry and other related fields. The newsltter would feature experiments that children can create. The newsletter can also be made available on line. Science City will use publishing and avenues such as the Internet and evelope interactive media tools for learning within the Science City itself. It will be involved in the creation of books for students, teacher development guides, guides to creating smaller versions of displayed exhibits, activity workbooks for parents and children. 4.7.3 Web Site of Science City A web site of the Science City would be hosted giving the following information the Science City : Visitor information-address, map, timings, entry fees Information on films, paviilions, exhibits, current travelling exhibits Educational Programs Facilities and Amenities within Science City names of key personnel and their email address, names of sponsors' etc. 4.7.4 Education on the Web The Education on the Web program will maintain and distribute educatinoal literature amongst students and teachers. Thus, it would support non-traditional means of bringing science to schools and households.The target users can log in the web-site as individuals (studnets) and classroom groups (through teaches and group co-ordinators0. Some of the features that may be included are : Activiteis-These will be experiments, observations, and research that students and classes can conduct on the Web enviornment an off-line. The computer-based activities will be in the form of simulations, games, and online research tools. The off0line activties will have students conduct projects off-line (i.e., in the classroom or in the field) and use the computer to report finding and collaborate. Virtual Libary-This virtual library will provide materials and references for the exhibits and activities on the Web enviornment and general information on different disciplines of science. Links can be provided to other educational web sites with scientific content. Print-and-Do Activities-These will be documents that describe activities that students can do without the computer. These activities will contain lists of materials needed, approximate time to complete etc. Collaboration - Supportfor forming a community of learners around the education on the web progam will beprovided in the form of learning groups, teacher discussion networks, a project eschange for teachers, and live online events. 4.7.5 Collaboration with educational TV Channels TV Channels such as Discovery,National Geographic, Zee Educationetc.could be invited to be associated with the Science City in terms of intellectual inputs and providing software such as films, audio etc. The Science City may telecast educational programs through the State run TV Channel. | |||||
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4.7.6 Science by Mail Science City can start a national pen pal program designed togive middle school students an opportunity to write to their scientist pen pal with the objective of increasing their understanding of career opportunities in science and the life of scientists. A group of students will be paired under different scientiss. Registered students will received science activity pacets and instruction booklets to guide kids through specific hands-on activities. The scientist pen pal will help them in solving their problems and offering encouragement and support. 4.8 Volunteers at the Science City volunteers can be attrted to participate in a variety of responsibilities and experience the Science City for a limited duration or on a part time / shift basis. They will provide critical support in various areas. School childrencan be targeted to become actively involved as volunteers for an honorarium. Training will be provided to new volunteers. Volunteers could be program volunteers, special event volunteers, exhibit volunteers, operations volunteers, office volunteers etc. The tasks undertaken by volunteers include the following : Fielding inquiries frommembers and the public at the reception. Provide museum related information to visitors Help visitors in exploring and understanding the exhibits Present science demonstration Assist science instructors with workshops Staff birthday parties Assist the science store and library Attend training programs Assist in markeing mailings Help in maintaining web site of Science City Work on specific assignments based on experience and interest. Volunteers can be entitled to benefits and privileges such as : Science City ID which identifies volunteers and may be used to obtain discounts at other educational institutions and science centres Discounts within theScience City on different attractions. 4.9 Memberships Memberships can be given to corporates, individuals, households and schools. This membership can be for the entire Science City or particular pavilions. 4.9.1 Types of memberships Different types of memberships may include Corporate Memberships : Corporate memberships can be offered with facilities of research and development and concessional rates for using the convention centre and other related facilities. This owuld promote the R&D activities even among the companies that cannot offord in-house research facilities. Such a membership can also offer access to the library and other facilities to the employees. | |||||
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Individual memberships Family memberships School memberships 4.9.2 Benefits of memberships Some of the benefits of a membership would be : Free admission to the science city's exhibit pavilions Discounts on tickit to the IMAX theatre Reciprocal free admission to other science centres in India or abroda.d Express member check in Exclusive members-only invitations to exhibit openings,films, special events, member's nights. Discount on camps, field trips, education programs Discounts on birthday party packages. Complimentary guest passes Free or concessional access to library Free or concessional access to library Free subscription to the museum newsletter Discounts at the museum shops, cafeteria and other outlets Exclusive use of member's lounge Different memberships levels can be created starting from a basic membership package at lower fees to a comprehensive all incentives included package with life membership. 4.9.3 Exclusive Members Club In addition an exclusive membership category can be created. People / Organisations giving "significant" contributions would be invited to be a member of this exclusive club. The Club would be a special organisation of individuals with deep interest in suporting educational programs in the Science City. The leadeship support of the Club would ensure the funding necessary to carry out some of the activities of the Science City. The members can be grouped as Discoverer, Visionary, Innovator and Scientist with different package of privileges on the basis of their contribution amount. In addition to the basis facilities enjoyed by other member categories, they would be entitled to additional privileges according to the amount contributed, such as : Mention in Annual Report Recognition on the Contributor's wall at the main lobby entrance to the Science City Exclusive Newsletter from the Director of the Science City Private behind the scences tour of the Science City by appointment Laminated Exclusive Membership Card ensuring prompt free admission to the science City. Special Commemorative gift from the Science City. 4.10 Commercial Activites | |||||
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Some of the commercial activities that can be undertaken by the Science are : Giving different areas within the Science city on hire Organisation birthday parties ale of merchandise through Science Shop A brief description of the same is given below : 4.10.1 Venue on Hire The Science City can offer a range of areas such as the convention centre, halls, open spaces, gardens etc. for a variety of functions.The convention centre with state of the art facilities will be built in the Science City. Business organisations, educational institutes and other bodies an hold thei product launches, promotional displays, conferences and seminars, corporate evenings, formal dinners, presentations and meetings by hiring the venue. It could also be given on hire for organising parties andmarriage receptions. Birthday parties or other parties for children can be organised in special enviornment. Such parties within the Science Citycan become a major attraction fr children as a source of entertainment as well as learning throughplaying. Some of the features of the Birthday Party Package that can be included are : The parties can be held either in one of the themes gardens or in a party hall within the Science City Catering facilities can be provided by the cafeteria / hotel in the Science City Guests will be given private science demonstrations and hands on activites It may also include visit by guest to select pavilions to explore the exhibits The Party can be organised on a particular theme such as space, animals, treasure hunt, private detective etc. 4.10.3 Science Shop The Science Shop would feature fun and educational science mearchandise, toys and games. This may include : Science Boos, CD ROM titles, video and audio cassettes on science. Science Kits for do it yourself experiments at home and in the classroom. Craft Kits/Creativity Kits such as ceramic kits, jewellery marketing kits, origamic etc. Models of exhibits displayed in the Science City Small working models of every day appliances Slae of microscopes, magnets, optical Illusion mirrors etc. Rocks, minerals, gems as souvenirs Posters, stationary, clothing items that reflect the Science City's misison, logo, mascot, exhibits etc. Puzzels : Floor Puzzles brain teasers, Peg puzzles for hand-eye co-ordination and shape recognition Card and Board games OUtdoor games Puppets, stuffed animals, figurines, dinosaurs and other collectors items. | |||||
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Chapter - 5 Science Cities Review A review of the financial performance of various science cities worldwide was undertaken so that the project outlays, income sources, expenses could be understood in a global prespective. 5.1 Financial Performance of Science Cities Worldwide 5.1.1 Criteria for Preview There were two main criteria for selecting the science citieis for review. Area : Science the area for the proposed science city at Ahmedabad is likely to have an area of around 600000 sq. ft. indoors,all the science cities that were reviewed, had oan total interior area of the least 20000 sq. ft so that the compariosns could be made against centres of commensurate size. Focus : Apart from this criterion, the selected centres also had science education as their primary focus. 5.1.2 Sources of Funds The operating revenues were primarliy from the following sources Ticket sales Restaurant, gift shop sales Program fees Parking fees Rental of exhibits to outside exhibitions There were three primary sources of funds for meeting the expenses for the Science cities under review. The sources of non operating income were. Public funds - these include funds from government grants Private funds - these coonstitute donations from private sources Other sources - income such as interest The pattern of dependence on outside funding shows that most are not very dependent on public, private funds for meetingtheir expenses. Percentage of total income from public funds is in the range of less than 1% to 82%. For private funds the similaar figures are 1% to 44%. Other sources contributed between 1% to 35% of the total income. | |||||
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Table 5.1 : Total Income of Select Science Centres with Percentage Operating Total Non Total % Income % Income % Income Other Income Operating Income from from from sources Income Earned Public Private Revenue Funds Funds Singapore Science Centre 2.16 7.43 9.58 22.49 23.55 44.72 9.24 Ontario Science Centre 22.11 40.53 62.64 35.29 51.96 1.96 10.78 New York Hall of Science 5.41 14.62 20.2 27.00 45.00 21.00 7.00 Oregon Science Centre 12.25 4.33 16.58 73.88 25.83 0.00 0.28 & Industry Orlando Science Centre 4.98 0.87 5.85 85.15 2.97 11.88 0.00 Liberty Science Centre 12.42 2.48 14.91 83.33 5.88 10.78 0.00 Children's Museum 15.30 16.89 32.19 47.52 0.00 16.83 35.64 Indianpolis The Exploratorium, San 12.44 15.54 27.98 44.44 34.34 21.21 0.00 Francisco Houston Museum of 15.73 9.24 24.96 63.00 1.00 24.00 12.00 Natural Science Academy of Natural 14.91 63.55 78.46 19.00 27.00 41.00 13.00 Sciences, Philadephia Cincinnati Museum 9.84 6.28 16.12 61.05 1.05 30.53 7.37 Centre, Cincinnati Deutsches Museum, Munich 28.00 24.33 53.50 44.59 1.91 0.00 Hong Kong Science, 0.66 3.49 19.00 Museum, Hong Kong Museum of Science, Boston 27.63 8.61 36.24 76.24 2.97 13.86 6.93 Museum of Science & 7.45 4.19 11.64 64.00 9.00 27.00 0.00 Industry, Tampa Powerhouse Museium of 4.39 32.53 36.92 11.88 82.18 4.95 0.99 Applied Arts & Sciences, Australia St. Louis Science Centre 14.06 17.11 31.17 45.10 39.22 10.78 4.90 Source : Yearbook of Science Centre Staistics 1998 - 5.1.3 Operation Efficiency 7 out of 18 show an operational edficit. The highest operating margin is 12% of the St. Louis Science Centre. The lowest is of the Powerhouse Museum of Applied ARts & Sciences, Australia with - 772.98%. | |||||
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Chapter - 6 Implementation Strategy 6.1 Priority DevelopDevelopment Proposals at Science City The Science City will have a number of pavilions, each dedicated to a theme, besides, the Convention Centre, Wide Format Film Theatre and open air domenstrations like aviary, apiary, botanical garden, underground water body, illustration f Gujarat State with its diverse parts, floating restaurant, working port etc. Sponsors form the industry will developeach theme pavilion. Identification of sponsors will take some time and persuasion. To enable investment by sponsors, the Government of Gujarat should provide the basic infrastructure and develop certain facilities. This will also generate public interest towards the Science City. to achieve this, we propose that the following work should be taken up on a priority basis and should commence by the beginning of the next financial year. Site Clearing and Preparation Landscaping construction of Convention Centre constuction of Wide Format Film Theatre Installment of Simulator Rides Key Pavilions Outdoor Science Park 6.1.1 Site Clearing and Preparation This activity involves marking the boundaries of the site, fencing the same and clearing the site of theshrubs and extending to leveling of the site as per the master plan. The next activity would be to lay down the initial approach roads within the site and develop water source, electricity sub station and other basis amenities. For this purpose, contractors will have to be appointed. They should be able to complete the task to GCSC satisfaction. However, the council would take the financial decision on the basis of the technical and financial bids. 6.1.2 landscaping The Science City should create an eco-friendly habitat around the concrete structures. This would be fashioned by planting different varities of trees and plants all around, developing a water body, creating a poluutry farm, a bird aviary, an apiary for bee keeping, etc. ONce the council approves the master plan, a scheme would be submitted with the details of the types of plants as per the requirements of the site, viz., attracting birds, uncommon plants, density of the vegetation, etc. The contractor for execution of the landscape would be selected and finalized. 6.1.3 Construction of Convention Centre The work of preparation of the pre fesibility for the convention centre is under progress and would be ready by February 21, 2000. The work of preparing the detailed plan of the proposed convention centre would be given to a reputed architect. 6.1.4 Construction of a Wide Format Film Theatre Large format film projection, 2D or 3D, projected on flat screen or titled dome, always excites | |||||
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the imagniation of visitors by enabling them to cross the barrier of space and time. With wide angle projection and high fidelity digital sound productio, this program creates a perfect simulated situation where the visitors feel that everything is happening surrounding them and they are setting right at the centre of the event. As a result the message communicated through film have a much larger relation in the visitors' mind. More than 200 theatres now exist for large screen projection all over the world. In the sub-continent, there is one theatre of Calcutta and order has been placed for two more at Jalandhar and Dhaka. Since this is the costliest single item in the whole of Science City, careful consideration of all factors, technical as well as commercial, are needed. For selection of the proper system. Relevant factors are summed up below. Sources : Sometimes it is suggested that for such a high value item, lobal tenders are needed for identifying all the sources and for comparing the tendered costs. This costly and time consuming process amy be dispensed with because the source sare very limited and well known. There are just three sources - IMAX Corporation of Candada (with the nearest sale office in Singapore), Goto Opticals of Japan (with the nearest sale-cum-service facilities at Calcutta) and Iwerk of the USA (with no service facility in or around India). Screen : The projection system is available for two different knds of screen, (i) slightly curved flat screen with gallery type audiotorium fo 1000 sq mt size to accommodate up to 800 spectators in a show, and (ii) titled perforated hemispherical dome of 29 meters diameter with gallery tyep theatre to accommodate up to 500 visitors in a show. In calcutta with a capacity of 365 persons per show in a 27 m. diameter dome, maximum 8 shows can be run in ten hours time in a day,thus accommodating only 3650 virsitors with a typical Sunday crowd of 15,000 per day. The satisfaction ratio is therefore less than 25% and consequently the return from the investment is low. For this reason 50% of the total 240 theatres in the world have flat screen projection for larger capacity and cost-effectivity. 2D or 3D : More than 90% of the theatres in the workd have 2D projections; while 3D projections are catching up in certain places only in recent times. 3D projection gives an additional excitement with the illusion of seeing the actors of the stage almost at a catching distance, but the vision is on narrow angle not exceeding 90 degrees. On the conrary, 2D has a very wide angle visibility extending up to 180 degree laterally and 150 degree vertically. The 2D projection, particulaly with aerial shots (which is not possible in 3D), is more panoramic and engrossing the audicence. So far, the number of scientific films in 3D is limited but IMAX says they are tin the process of investing more money in this area. The capital and recurring maintanence cost of 3D projection system will be higher. The only manufacturer of 3D system is IMAX whose rate can not be compared. After Sales : The tender document must includes the items which govern the after-sale services and ultimate economy of the system. The points of concern are-delivery and installation time; the period and coverage of the warranty; the period, amount and coverage of the annnual maintenance contract after the warranty period; down time for perodical preventive maintanence drills; the life and cost of replacement lamps and other periodically replaceable items; list of tools and spare parts that come fee with the projection system; list of available scientific films and their annual rental charges; additional costs involved in step-down transformers and UPS system; archetectural drawings from the manufacturers to determine whether any additional cost is involved in the construction. Time Schedule : The elivery time for the projection system is 12 to 18 months depending on | |||||
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the supplier and other related factors. In order to avoid air conditioned storage charges for delay in construction, it will be necessary to complete the work at site on war footing. The work involves finalisation of the master plan and architectural plan for the theatre, holding area with exhibits, ticketing facilities, loungae and toilet etc integrated with the larger exhibit area on The Universe; structural design, construction with electricals, air-conditioning, and acoustic treatement; electric supply, approach roads and public transportation facilities. 6.1.5 Production of a wide format film This will a 70mm, 10/15-perforation large format film of approximately 30 minutes duration, depicting the various landmark developments of Gujarat and its comparisons / similarities with the better developed projects in the western countrines to demonstrate the vision with which the development is being done in Gujarat. This should be offered, as a separate package indicating the total time required for shooting and price for producing such film along with geneal terms and conditions for taling up this kind of the job. 6.1.6 Installation of Simulation Rides Ride simulators create a virtual reality situation by taking the visitors ona journey through the solar system or distant parts of the universe of through remote corners of this planet to witness and participate in dramatic events taking place in front of spectators. Simulators usually have 3-axis (or 6-axis) movement of the platform synchornised with 35mm film or large screen video projection with high fidelity sound system. Capacity varies from 6 to 90. A typical simulator has a capicity of 30 or 40 but a large format simulation theatre can be set up with three simulators of 20 or 30 capacity synchoronised with 70mm film. Sources are Simex of Canada, Thomson of UK, Avionics of UK and others. The draft tender document for the procurement of the same is enclosed in Annexure D. Limited offers would be invited from the sources mentioned above. A set of selection criteria would be given for evaluating the technical expertise an dthe financial offer for final selection fo the agency. 6.1.7 Key Pavilions It is proposed that GCSC execute the science city in a phased manner with due consideration to adequate mix of eduation and pleasure. We propose that a prototype of the following pavilions is developed by the Government as phase I (estimated to be around 60 crores). We may create one big and about 20 odd exhibits in these pavilions housed in 4 pavilions and later on with private sector support, expand them into individual pavilions full fledged with lot of interactive exhibits. Space Odyssey with Simulator and Probing of Space Origin of the Universe and Evolution of LIfe with people mover The Planet We Live in Freedom from Hunger Man and Medicine Bio-technolgoy basic Sciences (Physics, Nuclear Science, Electricity, Mathematics, Chemistry) Electronics, Communication Information Technology and Cyber Lounge | |||||
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Enviornment and Ecology Energy and Industry 6.1.8 Development of Outdoor Science Park GCSC cantake up the following outdoor developments that could be done at relatively low investments and throughthe various government agencies. (a) Space Park : Tall scale models of rockets used by ISRO for launching satellities - SLV< ASLV, PSLV and subsequent rockets with details of their dimensions, trust, payload and orbit of the satellites reached. Scale globes of theEarth, Moon, Marcs, Venus, Mercury, Jupiter and Saturn Showing the areas already charted by space various space missions Walk on the surface of the Moon and mars indicating the areas named after renowned scientists specially Indian scientists, the locations where American and Russian space vehicles have landed at different points of time, with detailed information on their mission Rocketry with different kinds of rocks, on which visitors will be able to climb with detailed information on their source, origin and dates. A typical river system with tributaries, hich can be controlled by visitors to study how rivers flow, banks are eroded, oxbow lakes are formed, river courses change, vortex and quicksand are formed, deltas are formed etc. - visitors will have real liife experience of vortex and quicksand. (b) Cultivation : A model farm with actual cultivation showing land preparation, use of power tillers and tractor, seed bed, linear sowing, use of seed drill, irrigation, pest treatment, reaping, transportation and storage. Cultivation of aromatic and medicinal plants along with small extraction and processing plants, with detailed information on plants, their usage in preparation of insecticides, peerfumes and medicine and applications of the products. Cultivation of economic plants viz. tea, coffee, rubber, sandal, various spices with information on their source, usage etc. (c) Animal Husbandry : A small ideal diary and piggary along with processing plants for the milk and various milk products. A bio-gas plant using the cow dung from the dairy and supply the gas to the snack bars for cooking and food warming A poultry withsee-through incubator and hatchery, where hatching of eggs can be seen by visitors, chick nursery, immunization and raising the poultry, with detailed information on the life cycle of the chicks. Apirary with a large supporting flower garden for the attracting the bees, extraction and processing of honey, with detailed information on the life cycle of the bees Seriuclture, with supporting Mulbery plantation, processing of silk worms, production of silk, with detailed information on the life scycle of the worms and application of the products. | |||||
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(d) Hydro-electric Project : A scale model ofthe SArdar Sarovar project (with two different scales for the vertical height and horiziontaspread) with upstream river syste, the reservioir, the dam with the spillways, control gaes, painstocks, turbne and generating station, distribution yard and down stream canal system (e) Solar Park (Geda and Ireda) : A large array of photo-voltaic cells mounted at an angle erqual to the latitude of Ahmedabad facing the South for maximum conversion efficiency Solar hearts with collectors for supplying warm water to the cafetaria and snack bars for pre-heating before cooking and for washing An array of solar cookers to demonstrate actual cooking Solar stills for distillation of saline water for obtaining drinking water near the sea Solar light for night security in the campus. (f) Life Science Corner : A large walk-through aviary in the pattern of the aviary in Washingto zoo for preservation of endangered species of birds (in collaboration with the World Wild Life Fund and the Dept of Enviornment), with provisions of visitors walking through the aviary. A self-sustained buttefly breeding centre, with supporting nursery for butterfly feed A self-sustained insect corner with various beneficial insects nursed in their natural habitat. Pet Library-raising of rabbits, guinea pigs, white mice and smaller birds and setting up a facility from where registered children can borrow such pets for limited period with instructions on their food habits, medical care etc., with a purpose to establish symbiotic relation between man and animals Supporting outdoor exhibits on food chain, food pyramid and importance of maintaining nature's ecological balance. Collection of catci, succulents and bonasai A working Tissue Culture Laboratory for plant propagation and demonstration of the same (g) Picnic Garden with specially designed plantation of shady trees, large garden umbrellas, log chairs and tables, drinking water, snack bars, proper garbage disposal arrangements-creation of a place where visitors can relax and enjoy their day long visit with the families (h) Hands-on Exhibits on basic principles of science and technolgoy Exhibits on basic mechanics, gravity, force, power, energy, transmission of power, transformation of energy, properties of fluids, light and colours, sound, magnetism, mathematics, tessellaion, various drives and rides, all arranged in a maze. (i) A large layou relief map of Gujarat (in two different scales) showing the nature reserves, industries, urban settlement and the sea. (j) Science-theme based park rides (k) A visual green house and scale of plants as s souvenirs. 6.2 Human Resources | |||||
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6.2.1 Basic Norms In order to establish the highest quality of services and maintanence and still keep a lid on the regular staff size, the following norms may be adopted : Regular staffmay be deployed primarily for continuous development of new exhibits, maintanence of exhibits and providing visitors services that are highly specialized in nature, and are not available outside. The Science City need not appoint so-called class IV staff for security, conservancy and gardening, for which good quality services are available, on the basis of annual contract,from outside agencies through the process of tendering. Science Citymay dispense with the class IV culture of peons, khalasis etc as successfully done in National Council of Science Museums and elsewhere. Special agencies may be engaged on annual contract for peration and maintanance of items of equipment, for which highly specialised services are available with the manufacturers of delears. 6.2.2 Organisation Structure The Science City will have the following divisions : Director's OFfice (including research and planning cell) Mechanical Division Electronics Division Physical Science Division LIfe Science Division Display Division Civil Engineering Division Information & Library Public Relations Division Administration House keeping Administration Finance Material Management Security and Maintanance 6.2.3 Staff Requirements The staf requirements at the Science City including the designation, number of posts qualification and experience in indcated below : | |||||
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Director's Office (including research and planning cell) : Designation No of Posts Minimum qualification and Experience Director 1 A good post-graduate degree in science or engineering, preferably a doctorate, in any of the disciplines relevant to the activities of Science City, with about 15 years experi- ence in R & D or education in a senior position, with demonstrated interest in science popularisation and leader ship quality. Senior Scientist 1 A good post-graduate degree in science or a bachelor's (planning) degree in engineering, in any of the disciplines relevant to the activities of Science City, with about 10 years experi ence in r&D or education with interest in science populari sation Technical 2 A good post-graduate degree in science or a graduate Assistant degree in engineering in any of the disciplines relevant to the activities of Science city Private 1 A bachelors degree with good command over Gujarati and Secratery English, shorthand speed of 80 wpm and typing spee of 40 wpm, adequate experience in handling computers with MS office, experience in coordination over personal engage ments of senior officials. Stenographer 1 School final exam passed with typing speed of 40 wpm and short hand speed of 80 wpm, with experience in com puter operation with MS office Computer Clerk 1 Schol final examp passed with typing speed of 40 wpm and experience in computer operation with MS office Sub total 6 Mechanical Division : Curtorship of all mechanical pavilions viz. Energy, Industry, Transport, Materials & Structure, outdoor exhibits relating to mechanical engineering Workshop for development of new prototype exhibits for continuous additions Workshop for service and maintnance of all mechanical exhibits in Science City Supervision over contractual agencies atending to operation and maintenance of simulators, people movers, air conditioning units, fountains etc. Designation No of Posts Minimum qualification and Experience Senior 1 A good bachelor's degree in mechnical engineering and Scientist layout 10 years experience in r&D or education interest in science popularisation. Scientist 4 A good bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering and layout 5 years experience in R&D or prototype work or education; one of the hposts should be for specilasation in air conditioning. | |||
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Technical 4 A good graduate degree in mechanical engineering without Assistant experieence or a diploma in mechanical engineering with at least 3 years practial experience; one of the posts should be for specialisation in air conditioning. Technician 16 Passed 18 months course of ITI in any of the mechanical trades viz carpentry, fitting, turning, milling, welding, painting with at least 2years practical experience. Computer 1 School final exam passed with typing speed of 40 wpm with experience in compouter operation with MS office. Subtotal 26 Electronics Division : Curatorship of all elecrical and electronic pavilions viz. Electricity, Electroics Communication, Information Technology, Cyberspace Laboratory for development and maintenance of animated exhibits, audio-visual programs, computer multi-media, CD-ROM & DVD Service and maintenance of all electrical and electronic exhibits in Science City. Supervision over contractual agencies attending to Large ormat film projection, simulators, electrical power line installation, etc. Designation No of Posts Minimum qualification and Experience Senior 1 A good bachelor's degree in electronic / communication / Scientist computer engineering and about 10 years experience in R&D or education with interest in science popularisation. Scientist 4 A good bachelor's degree in electronic/communication computer engineering and 5 years experience in R&D or prototype work or education; one of the posts should be for specilasation in electrical power installation. Technical 4 A good graduate degree in electronic / communication / Assistant computer engineering without experience or a diploma in electronics / computer with at least 3 years experience; one of the post should be for specialisation in electrical power installation. Technician 16 Passed 18 months course of ITI in electrical wiring or electronics or computer with at least 2 years practical ex perience. Computer typist 1 School final exam passed with typing speed of 20 wpm with experience in computer operation with MS office. Subtotal 26 Physical Science Division Curatorship of all pavilions relating to physical sciences viz.the Universe, the Planet we live in, Physics, Mathematics, outdoor exhibits on physical sciences Laboratory for development of new prototype exhibits on physical sciences. | |||
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Designation No of Posts Minimum qualification and Experience Senior 1 A good post graduate degree in Physics and about 10 years Scientist experience n R&D or education with interest in science popularisation. Scientist 4 A good post graduate degree in physicsl and about 5 years experience in R&D or education. Technical 4 A good post graduate degree in physics without experience Assistant or bachelor's degree with physics honours and at least 3 ears laboratory experience. Techniciant 8 passed 18 months course of ITI in electrical wiring, elec tronics or computer with at least 2 year practical experi ence. Computer typist 1 School final exam passed with typing speed of 20 wpm with experience in computer operation with MS office. Subtotal 18 Life Science Division : Curatorship of pavilions relating to life science, agriculture and medical science viz. Evolution, Enviornment and Ecology, Bio-technology, Freedom from hunger, Health for All, outdoor exhibits on life sciences. Maintenance of all outdoor exhibits on life sciences, agriculture and animal husbandry. Tissue culture laboratory. Designation No of Posts Minimum qualification and Experience Senior 1 A good post graduate degree in life science and about 10 Scientist years experience in R&D or education with interest in sci ence popularisation. Scientist 4 A good post graduate degree in life science/ agriculture and about 5 years experience in R&D or education. Technical 4 A good post graduate degree in life science /agriculture Assistant without experience or bachelor's degree with honours in any of the life science disciplines with at least 3 years practical experience. Techniciant 8 At least 5 years accredited practical experience in horticul ture/agriculture/botany/zoolology or animal keeping in laboratory. Computer typist 1 School final exam passed with typing speed of 20 wpm with experience in computer operation with MS office. Subtotal 18 Display Division : Design and display of new exhibits which have to be continuously added Deveopment of animations and illustrations for computer-multimedia programs | |||||
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Preparation of publicity materials for year round educational programs Preparation of promotional materials. Designation No of Posts Minimum qualification and Experience Sr. Exhibition 1 A degree in fine or commercial art with about 15 yers Officer experience in visualisation and/or exhibition design with sufficient evidence of creative work. Exhibition 2 A degree in fine or commercial art with about 10 years Officer experience in visualisation and/or exhibition. Exhibition 2 A degree in fine or commercial art with at least 3 years Assistant experience in visualisation or medielling or a degree in photographyw ith at least 3 year experience in creative photography. Artists 4 At least 5 years accredited experience in art layout, mod elling, fibre glass work, screen printing, or photo process ing. Computer typist 1 School final exam passed with typing speed of 20 wpm with experience in computer operation with MS office. Subtotal 10 Civil Engineering Division : Monitor maintenance of the buildings, roads, park, sanitary & plumbing, drinking water supply. Supervision over the work of contractual agencies for major repair and maintenance work in the campus. Designation No of Posts Minimum qualification and Experience Civil 1 A bachelor's degree in civil engineering with at least 5 Engineering years experience in civil, saintary and plumbing, water supply etc relating to maintenance of a large estate. Technical 2 A diploma in civil engineering with atleast 3 years practi Assistant cal experience in civil, sanitary, plumbing. Technician 4 At least 5 years accredited experience as a mason or car penter or plumber. Computer Typist To be shared with Display Division. Subtotal 7 Information & Library : Assimilation and retrieval of information, both in printmedia and electronic media, on science and technology for exhibit development and educational activities. Maintenance of a reference library for registered readers Providing reprography service to the staff and outside readers. | |||||
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Designation No of Posts Minimum qualification and Experience Information 1 A bachoelor's degree in information or library science with Officer about 10 years experience in computerised information service or library in a reputed organisation. Information 2 A bachelor's degree in information or library science with Assistant at least 3 years experience in a computerised library. Catalguer 1 A diploma in library science with at least 3 years experi ence in computerised cataloguing. Computer/xeros 1 School final exam passed with typing speed of 40 wpm operator. with experience operation with MS office. Subtotal 5 Public Relations Divison : Sponsorship drive for generating revenues Franchising public service eg. cafetatria, snacks bars, shopping arcade etc. Organising year round special programs for generating revenues Media publicity and publicity kits Public relations and guided tours for distinguished visitors Designation No of Posts Minimum qualification and Experience Public relation 1 A bachelors degree with accredited diploma in public re Officer lations or mass communication iwth about 10 years expe rience in public relations/sponsorship drive in a reputable organisation. Publicity 2 A bachelor's degree with at least 3 year experience in Assistant writing English and Gujarati copies for publicity matters and with good PR quality for attracting sponsorship. Education 2 A bachelors degree one with honours in Physics and the Assistant other with honours in any of the life science disciplines iwth 3 years practical experience in science teaching. Computer Typist 1 School final exam, with typig speed of 40 wpm with ex perience in computer operation. Subtotal 6 House Keeping : Four sections viz. administration, finance, material management and security under the overall charge of an Adminstrative Officer. | |||||
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Designation No of Posts Minimum qualification and Experience Administrative 1 A senior administrator, with adequate experience of coor Officer dinating the administration of a R&D organisation, with leadership quality and decision making ability. Private 1 A bachelors degree with good command over Gujarati and English, shorthand speed of 80 wpm and typing speed of 40 wpm, adequate experience in handling computers with MS office, experience in coordination over personal en gagements of senior officials. Subtotal 2 Administration : Establishment, service matters of the employees, cash, bills, legal matters. Designation No of Posts Section Off 1 Office Asst 2 Stenographer 1 Clerks 6 Pool typist 2 Driver 2
Finance : Formulation and control of budget, pre-audit, passing of bills, checking of revenues, attending to audit. Designation No of Posts Finance Officer 1 Finance Asst. 2 Computer Clerks 4 Material Management : Purchase of materials, maintenance of computerised inventories, replenishment of bins. Designation No of Posts Stores & Purchase Officer 1 Stores Assistant 1 Purchase Assistant 1 Computer Clerks 2 Security and Maintenance : Supervision over the contractual agencies for enforcing proper security and conservancy | |||||
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Designation No of Posts Security Officer 1 Security Assistant 3 Total Staff Strength : Categories S & T Adm. Total Director 1 1 Senior Officer 6 2 8 Junior Officers 19 6 25 Assistants 27 11 38 Junior Staff 57 26 83 Total 110 45 155 Annual Salary Cost : Rs. 215 lakh. 6.2.3 Contractual Services Science City need nor employee class IV employees. Following services may be assigned to outside agencies on yearly contracts based on tenders : Contracted Service No. of People Security Exhibitionshift-indoor 50,000m2 @ 1 per 1000 m2 50 Exhibition shift - outdoor 250,000 m2 1 per 5000 m2 50 Other two shifts 20 Total 120 Annual Cost - 12x Rs 2500x12 months = Rs. 36 lakh. Conservancy Exhibition shift -- indoor 50,000 m2 @ 1 per 2000 m2 25 Exhibition shift -outdoor 250,000 m2 @ 1 per 10,000 m2 25 Total 50 Annual cost - 50x Rs 2000x 12 months = Rs 12 lakh Garden 250,000 m2 Re 1 per m2 per month x 12 months Annual cost = Rs 30 lakh Volunteers for Annual cost 40 nos x Rs 2500 pm x 12=Rs 12 lakh 40 limited demonstration While the regular staff could be engaged entirely in development and maintenance of exhibits, specialized agencies may be engaged for operation and preventive maintenance of the following equipment are services : | |||||
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Nature of Work Annual Cost Operation and preventive maintenance of Large Format Film Projector Rs. 12 lakh Operation and preventive maintenance of the simulators Rs. 6 lakh Operation and preventive maintenance of electrical power supply system for HT< disel generator, lights,fans, pumps etc. Rs. 6 lakh Operation and preventive maintenance of all central air conditioning plants, package and window type cooling units, water coolers, cooling towers, water treatment plants etc Rs. 24 lakh Operation and maintenance of sanitary and plumbing installations, garden water pipe lines, fire fighting liines, fountains Rs. 6 lakh Total Rs. 54 lakhs. | |||||
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