AE50620 Final Design Services for the Campbellton Rapid Project

The Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA) is seeking qualified firms to provide comprehensive final design services for the Campbellton Rapid Project, a bus rapid transit (BRT) initiative located in Fulton County, Georgia. This Request for Statement of Qualifications (RFQ) solicits architectural and engineering design services for three distinct project segments, including areas from Barge Road Park and Ride to Mt. Gilead Road, the Greenbriar Mall Transit Hub, and Campbellton Road leading to the Oakland City Station. The project requires extensive deliverables including architectural and transit systems design, renderings, specifications, permittable construction drawings, document control, design reviews, cost estimating, value engineering, safety certification, and public outreach support. Key personnel requirements include a Project Manager, Deputy Project Manager, Quality Program Manager, Project Controls Manager, Design Manager, Engineers and Architects of Record, and a Test Manager/Engineer. The solicitation was posted on February 21, 2025, with a virtual pre-proposal conference scheduled for March 5, 2025 at 10:00 AM EST, and proposal submissions due by April 24, 2025 at 2:00 PM local time. Questions from potential proposers must be submitted by March 21, 2025 at 11:59 p.m. to the designated contact, Markisa Davis.

The procurement includes a Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) participation goal of 25%, signaling an intentional focus on supporting minority and small businesses in the contracting process. The contract term is established for three years with two potential one-year renewal options, providing flexibility for long-term project management. Proposing firms must maintain professional liability insurance of $5 million throughout the contract term and for three years after expiration, demonstrating a robust risk management approach. The document package will be available for download from MARTA's website (www.itsmarta.com) starting February 24, 2025, ensuring broad accessibility for potential respondents. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly detailed in the provided documentation, the comprehensive scope of work suggests a significant investment in transportation infrastructure improvement. The project represents a strategic investment in enhancing public transit capabilities in the Fulton County area, with a focus on developing a more efficient and accessible bus rapid transit system.