A/E Florida Governor's Mansion - Renovations

The State of Florida, Department of Management Services, Division of Real Estate Development and Management, is seeking qualifications from experienced architectural and engineering (A/E) firms to provide a complete interior and exterior renovation/restoration of the historic Florida Governor's Mansion located in Tallahassee, Leon County. The project will include selective demolition, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire suppression systems, interior finishes, elevator, and exterior envelope work on the 11,894 square foot main building and 2,737 square foot cabana/garage. The selected A/E firm must demonstrate the ability to provide multiple qualified and competitive subcontractors, comply with Florida Department of Law Enforcement clearance requirements, and provide 100% payment and performance bonds. Responses are due by September 21, 2023, and the anticipated pre-construction start date is December 5, 2023. The current project funding is approximately $1,214,400 appropriated by the Florida Legislature.

The solicitation does not indicate any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. It also does not list any incumbent vendors or current contractors. The Department reserves the right to amend the recommended selection of firms, execute a contract with one firm, reject all responses, or withdraw the procurement. Interested firms must be currently licensed and registered in Florida, and if a joint venture or corporation, must be registered with the Florida Department of State. The Department has not provided any information on possible award values or budget ranges beyond the stated project funding.