27-004 Arch Svcs Sonny Carter

Bibb County School District is requesting proposals for architectural services supporting renovation of Sonny Carter Elementary School, located at 5910 Zebulon Road in Macon, Georgia, with proposals due October 19, 2026 at 8:00 AM EST. Attendance at a mandatory pre-proposal conference on October 6, 2026 at 9:00 AM EST (4580 Cavalier Drive, Macon) is required to propose.

The scope encompasses full-service architectural support: programming, design, cost estimating, construction document preparation, bidding assistance, bid evaluation, construction administration, inspections, and project acceptance. The renovation scope includes HVAC cooling tower replacement with I-VU controls upgrade, plumbing and electrical system overhauls (including a new 50 kW generator and N-16 fire alarm control panel), window tinting, complete interior and exterior painting, flooring replacement with epoxy in wet areas, casework and cabinet installation, grounds improvements, energy management system controls, kitchen equipment replacement, and technology infrastructure modifications.

Compensation is based on a percentage of the cost of work or stated cost limitations, whichever is less, with separate fees proposed for design and construction administration phases. Design must be completed by January 29, 2027 to allow construction to commence by May 21, 2027, with final completion no later than July 21, 2027.

Evaluation criteria include proposed percentage fees, design schedule with owner review timelines, design team experience with similar school renovation projects, and design approach and methodology with identified benefits and advantages. The District reserves the right to reject all proposals and is not obligated to award based on lowest price. Questions are due October 9, 2026 at 8:00 AM EST. All proposal costs are the proposer's responsibility. Successful firms must execute a standard form contract as amended by Bibb County School District, and all submitted materials become District property.