Short-Listed_Firms_Arch-Eng_S._Sem._MS_25260017RFQu-JAM.pdf.pdf

This document is a short-listed firms list for the School Board of Seminole County, Florida's architectural/engineering services procurement for the South Seminole Middle School New Dining & Renovation Project. The Request for Qualifications #25260017RFQu-JAM solicits comprehensive design and construction administration services for interior renovations to buildings 3 and 4, remodeling of building 8 to improve circulation between locker areas and the gymnasium, and replacement of buildings 1 and 7 with a new dining facility and office spaces located at 101 South Winter Park Drive, Casselberry, Florida. The project includes a predesign effort requiring coordination with the Owner and Construction Manager at Risk to prioritize scope based on cost and phasing strategy. Initial proposals were due January 5, 2026 at 3:00 PM EST through the VendorLink portal. Short-listed firms were invited to oral presentations on February 18, 2026, with the award recommendation posted on February 20, 2026. The tentative project schedule includes an architect design phase from May 2026 through February 2027, with construction anticipated to begin in April 2027 and be completed in phases by December 2027. The comprehensive service agreement covers the entire project lifecycle, including design, construction award, construction period, and post-warranty periods.

Respondents were required to demonstrate K-12 public school capital improvement construction experience within the past five years and provide evidence of financial stability through either a $6,000,000 surety bond commitment or audited financial statements. Selected firms must maintain professional liability insurance of $1,000,000 to $2,000,000, commercial general liability insurance of $1,000,000, and workers' compensation coverage of $1,000,000. A performance and payment bond will be required following contract award in accordance with Section 255.05 of Florida Statutes. The construction budget will be determined during contract negotiations. No specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises were mentioned. Respondents were required to comply with Jessica Lunsford Act Level 2 screening requirements and provide certifications regarding drug-free workplace status, debarment eligibility, conflict of interest, and prohibition against scrutinized companies.