Architectural Services – Calf Pasture Beach Facility Renovation

The City of Norwalk, through its Land Use and Building Management Council Committee, is seeking architectural firms to provide comprehensive design services for the Calf Pasture Beach Facility Renovation project located in Fairfield County, Connecticut. The procurement is a Request for Proposals (RFP) for architectural services focused on renovating an existing beach facility to better support summer camp and extended day programs. Qualified firms will be responsible for delivering a full range of design services including programming, schematic design, design development, construction documents, bidding assistance, and construction administration. The proposal will be evaluated using a 100-point scoring system, with 40% allocated to cost proposal, 30% to interviews/presentations, 15% to proposal experience, and 15% to overall proposal impression. A mandatory site walkthrough is scheduled for September 9, 2025, at 2:00 PM, with electronic proposal submissions due by September 24, 2025, at 2:00 PM. The anticipated project timeline spans from November 2025 to May 2027, with the selected firm required to develop design alternatives, obtain necessary permits, coordinate with city departments, and ensure compliance with building codes, ADA requirements, and local regulations.

The RFP does not explicitly specify set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The total project budget is $1.5 million, with additional allowances of $10,000 for surveying services, $5,000 for environmental consulting design services, and $8,000 for geo-technical contract administration services. Architectural services will be compensated through a phased fee structure covering each stage of the project development. The procurement does not indicate information about incumbent vendors or existing infrastructure requiring integration. Prospective respondents must demonstrate comprehensive architectural expertise, particularly in municipal facility renovation, and the ability to meet the specific requirements of beach facility design that accommodates summer camp and extended day programming. The City of Norwalk will select the architectural firm that provides the most comprehensive and cost-effective solution for renovating the Calf Pasture Beach facility.