2001-25 DB-RFQP 10th St. Chiller 1 & 2 Replacement Design-Build Services

The Georgia Institute of Technology, through its Planning, Design & Construction unit, is seeking Statements of Qualifications (Step 1 RFQ) from firms interested in providing Design-Build Services for the replacement of Chillers 1 & 2 at the 10th Street Chiller Plant on the Georgia Tech campus in Atlanta, Georgia (GT Bid-Contract No. 2001-25/GT Project No. 0527-2024/BOR Project No. BR-J431). Qualified respondents may be shortlisted for interview and invited to submit proposals (Step 2 RFP). The project involves replacing the original 30-year old chillers, associated cooling towers, and constructing a shared condenser water pumping system with future expansion capability. Minimum qualifications include financial capacity, licensing, and safety requirements. Evaluation criteria focus on the firm's stability, relevant experience, qualifications, and suitability for the project. The response is due on 07/16/2024, and construction is expected to take place between November 2025 and March 2026, contingent on funding availability.

The solicitation encourages participation from minority, women-owned, and small businesses, and will comply with Georgia's Reciprocal Preference Law. The successful Design-Builder will be required to certify compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act and Georgia's Security and Immigration Compliance Act. The estimated project budget is $11,625,000, with a preliminary stated cost limitation of $10,625,000. No details are provided regarding any incumbent vendors or existing infrastructure that requires integration.