298-HCCARigging-JulyFY25

The City of Asheville, North Carolina is issuing a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for Architectural and Design Services related to rigging enhancements and fall arrest safety systems for the Harrah's Cherokee Center Asheville. The project includes installing fall arrest lines in high-use areas, adding rigable beams to accommodate touring productions, and design services to meet a maximum budget of $1,300,000. The City intends to select 3-5 firms to interview for the contract, with qualifications due by 3:00 pm on August 16, 2024. The project is expected to start upon execution of the contract. The City's procurement website has posted the solicitation, and all questions should be directed to the Project Manager via email.

The City of Asheville is a drug-free workplace and requires contractors and subcontractors to comply with related policies. The solicitation also notes the City's policy prohibiting contracting with delinquent taxpayers. There are no set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond, and the City has not listed any incumbent vendors or current contractors for this project. The available budget range for this contract is up to $1,300,000.