A&E Services, Construction for Belbas Center-USD

The State of South Dakota, specifically the Office of the State Engineer (OSE), is seeking professional Architectural and Engineering (A&E) services for the Belbas Center Business Office Renovation project at the University of South Dakota in Vermillion, Clay County. The procurement involves a comprehensive design, bid, and construction effort with a project scope that includes demolition, framing, doors, finishes, specialties, plumbing, HVAC, lighting, and electrical upgrades. Interested firms must submit a detailed Statement of Interest (SOI) by June 1, 2023, at 4:00 PM CT, outlining their qualifications, resources, past performance, availability, and familiarity with the project locale. The evaluation will be conducted by a technical review committee focusing on the firm's proposed project management techniques, ability to handle special project constraints, and overall qualifications. Key deliverables include complete architectural and engineering design services for the renovation, with construction anticipated to occur from January 2024 to June 2024, and a total construction budget of $300,000.

The request does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The SOI document provides no information about incumbent vendors or existing technology requirements for integration. The project is limited to the Belbas Center Business Office at the University of South Dakota, located in Clay County and Viborg City, South Dakota. The construction budget is clearly defined at $300,000, which will serve as the primary financial parameter for the project. While specific award value details are not extensively elaborated, the procurement appears to be a standard competitive selection process focused on identifying the most qualified architectural and engineering firm to complete the renovation project based on technical merit and demonstrated capabilities.