USAID Pacific Islands Architecture and Engineering Services (A&E) Services

The United States Agency for International Development (USAID)/Pacific Islands is seeking Architecture and Engineering (A&E) services for a design-build contract to renovate office space in the Ra Marama Building in Suva, Fiji. The solicitation follows a two-phase design-build selection process outlined in Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Subpart 36.3, with Phase One focusing on qualifications statements and Phase Two on comprehensive proposals. Qualified Fijian organizations are invited to submit Phase-One Qualifications Statements by January 23, 2025, with evaluation conducted in accordance with FAR 36.303-1 P. The project requires comprehensive architectural and engineering design services, construction management, and security systems installation. Evaluation will assess the technical capabilities, experience, and qualifications of potential contractors to successfully complete the renovation project.

This solicitation is specifically set aside for local Fijian organizations and is classified under NAICS code 541310 for Architectural Services. The contract is a firm-fixed-price arrangement with a total estimated cost between $800,000 and $1,500,000, with an order of magnitude ranging from $1-5 million USD. The project involves renovating approximately 925 square meters of office space across the 4th and 5th floors of a seven-story commercial building. All work must be completed within 365 days after the Notice to Proceed (NTP), with key personnel requirements including a Project Manager, Architect, Lead Engineer, and Quality Control Manager. The contractor will be responsible for obtaining necessary permits, providing performance and payment bonds, and ensuring compliance with local building codes and U.S. government standards for security, fire safety, and accessibility.