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The City of Bloomington, Illinois has issued Request for Qualifications (RFQ #2022-03) for Architectural & Engineering Services focused on Arena Roof Top Unit (RTU) Replacement and Dehumidification within McLean County. The procurement seeks qualified architectural and engineering firms to replace two aging 14-year-old rooftop units currently experiencing excessive corrosion and utilizing obsolete R-22 refrigerant. Key project objectives include comprehensive professional services spanning study/evaluation, preliminary design, full design, construction documentation, and construction assistance. Deliverables will include site evaluations, equipment assessments, preliminary and final reports, construction plans and specifications, budget cost estimates, and ongoing construction observations. Firms must be licensed in Illinois, registered to do business in the state, and utilize MicroStation and AutoCAD compatible systems. The evaluation criteria will involve assessing responsiveness, qualifications, project experience, prior project quality, and project approach by a selection committee. Critical procurement dates include questions due by June 1, 2021, proposal submissions required electronically by June 8, 2021 at 3:00 pm CST, potential interviews scheduled for June 18, 2021, and anticipated project award on July 12, 2021.

The solicitation does not explicitly indicate specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises, though the RFQ emphasizes compliance with equal opportunity guidelines and non-discrimination policies. Responding firms must provide comprehensive documentation demonstrating fair employment practices. Insurance requirements are substantial, mandating minimum coverage levels including $2,000,000 for General Liability, $500,000 for Workers' Compensation, $1,000,000 for Automobile Liability, and $3,000,000 for Umbrella Liability Coverage. While no specific budget range is detailed, the project involves replacing two rooftop units and evaluating dehumidification equipment, suggesting a potentially significant capital investment. The City will support the selected firm by providing digital files, prior studies, exhibits, plans, and relevant background data. The procurement aims to establish an on-call architectural and engineering services agreement, with the city reserving the right to exclude firms based on past performance and maintaining flexibility for future project needs.