RFQ SOI Structural Engineer 2026.pdf

REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS (RFQ)

SOI STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING ASSESSMENT

CLASSROOM BUILDING

WORLD WAR II FLIGHT TRAINING BASE

DOUGLAS, GEORGIA

ISSUED BY: City of Douglas, Douglas, Georgia

1. PURPOSE

The City of Douglas soliciting Statements of Qualifications from qualified structural engineering firms to conduct a comprehensive structural assessment of the historic Classroom Building located at the World War II Flight Training Base in Douglas, Georgia.

The purpose of this assessment is to evaluate the existing structural condition of the building, identify areas of deterioration or structural concern, determine immediate and long-term stabilization needs, and provide recommendations for preservation, rehabilitation, and future use of the structure in accordance with the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for the Treatment of

Historic Properties.

2. PROJECT BACKGROUND

The World War II Flight Training Base in Douglas, Georgia, is recognized as one of the most intact and original World War II contract flight training bases remaining in the United States. The historic campus includes numerous original buildings associated with the 63rd Army Air Forces

Contract Pilot School (Primary), which operated from 1941 to 1944. The site remains an important historic resource that contributes to the interpretation of World War II aviation training history.

The Classroom Building is a contributing historic structure within the Flight Training Base and requires a professional structural evaluation to guide future preservation planning, grant applications, and rehabilitation efforts.

3. SCOPE OF SERVICES

The selected consultant shall provide professional services including, but not limited to:

A. Existing Conditions Assessment

• Conduct a comprehensive site visit and visual structural inspection.

• Evaluate foundations, floors, walls, roof framing, connections, and structural systems.

• Document visible deterioration, settlement, movement, deformation, moisture-related damage, and previous alterations.

• Assess the structural implications of any observed deficiencies.

B. Historic Preservation Evaluation

• Identify historic structural features and character-defining elements.

• Evaluate structural conditions in a manner consistent with the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties.

• Recommend preservation-sensitive repair approaches that minimize loss of historic fabric.

C. Structural Analysis

• Determine the overall structural integrity and stability of the building.

• Identify immediate safety concerns.

• Evaluate anticipated structural performance under current and proposed occupancy conditions.

• Provide recommendations for stabilization, repair, rehabilitation, and long-term preservation.

D. Deliverables

The consultant shall provide:

• A well written structural assessment report.

• Preference is to tabs between each section for easy location.

• Photographic documentation of existing conditions.

• Identification of deficiencies and probable causes.

• Prioritized recommendations for demolition, repair, and/or stabilization.

• Planning-level cost estimates for recommended work.

• Executive summary suitable for grant and preservation funding applications.

• Electronic PDF on thumb drive and four printed copies of the final report.

4. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

The consultant team shall include:

• A Professional Engineer currently licensed in the State of Georgia.

• Demonstrated experience evaluating historic structures.

• Experience working on buildings listed on or eligible for the National Register of

Historic Places.

• Knowledge of the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for the Treatment of Historic

Properties.

• Experience preparing structural assessments and preservation recommendations for historic buildings.

Preference will be given to firms that include personnel meeting the Secretary of the

Interior Professional Qualification Standards in Architecture, Historic Architecture, Architectural History, or related historic preservation disciplines, as applicable to the project. The Secretary of the Interior Professional Qualification Standards establish nationally recognized credentials for preservation professionals working on historic resources.

5. STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS

Interested firms shall submit:

A. Firm Information and Specialized Experience

• Firm name, address, and contact information.

• Georgia engineering license information, preferred copy.

• Experience completing structural assessments of historic buildings, masonry, reinforced concrete, wood and steel structures.

• Experience with adaptive reuse and historic preservation projects.

B. Qualifications Project Team

• Resumes of key personnel, identification of preservation-qualified staff.

• Description of team organization and responsibilities.

• Education, licenses, certifications, and experience of the Structural Engineer and key personnel assigned to this project.

• Additional consideration will be given for personnel meeting the Secretary of the

Interior’s Professional Qualifications Standards.

C. Historic Preservation Experience

• Description of at least three comparable historic preservation or structural assessment projects completed within the last ten years.

• Experience working with National Register properties, Georgia local governments, State Historic Preservation Offices (SHPO), Georgia Department of Community

Affairs, federally funded preservation projects, WWII-era buildings, and compliance with the Secretary of the Interior’s Stands for the Treatment of Historic Properties.

D. Project Approach and Understanding

• Demonstrated understanding of the project objectives, proposed methodology, investigation techniques, testing procedures, report format, recommendations, and schedule.

E. Past Performance and References

• Quality of previous work, client satisfaction, ability to complete projects on schedule and within scope, responsiveness, and references from similar projects.

• Include references contact information.

F. Capacity to Perform

• Current workload, availability of key personnel, ability to meet project schedule, and local/regional resources.

G. Fee Proposal

• Lump-sum fee.

• Breakdown/itemized list of anticipated expenses and deliverables.

6. SELECTION CRITERIA (Maximum Score 100)

Qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of:

• Specialized Experience and License (Max 25 Points)

• Qualifications of Project Team (Max 20 Points)

• Historic Preservation Experience (Max 20 Points)

• Project Approach and Understanding (Max 15 Points)

• Past Performance and References (Max 10 Points)

• Capacity to Perform (Max 5 Points)

• Proposal Fee and Schedule (Max 5 Points)

7. ANTICIPATED SCHEDULE

• RFQ Issued: July 2, 2026

• Questions Due: July 15, 2026 by 5:00 PM, All questions shall be submitted by email only to ghenderson@cityofdouglasga.gov.

• Site Visit Due: July 15, 2026 by 3:00 PM, All requests for a site visit shall be coordinated with Chris Davis, Airport Manager, 912-384-1409 or 912-327-5274 or by email to cdavis2@cityofdouglasga.gov.

• Addendum Due: July 17, 2026, If any, an official addendum shall be issued.

• RFQ Proposal Due: August 4th, 2026, by 2:00 PM

• Consultant Selection: August 10, 2026

• Award and Notice to Proceed: August 11, 2026

• Final Report Due: September 25, 2026

8. SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Statements of Qualifications shall be submitted by mail or delivered to the attention of:

City of Douglas

Wynetta Bolder, City Clerk

302 South Madison Avenue

Douglas, Georgia 31533

Envelope/package should be clearly marked, on the outside:

“RFQ – SOI ENGINEERING ASSESSMENT CLASSROOM BUILDING”

Proposals received after the designated time will not be considered.

9. RESERVATION OF RIGHTS

The Owner reserves the right to reject any or all submissions, request additional information, negotiate scope and fees, and waive informalities as deemed in the best interest of the project.

END OF RFQ

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