The City of College Park, Georgia, located in Fulton County, is seeking qualified contractors to develop a 30-acre Botanical Garden Project through a Request for Qualification (RFQ). The project aims to transform a former 4-H camp (Camp Truitt) into a multi-use outdoor recreational and educational space near Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. Deliverables include comprehensive site redesign with roadway expansion, handicap-accessible paths, a rotunda-style seating area, underground utility lines, parking development, ornamental fencing, trail systems, bridges, and themed botanical gardens. The procurement requires licensed contractors with demonstrated experience in landscape design, environmental restoration, and complex site development. Evaluation criteria will focus on technical merit (100 points) and cost proposal (40 points), assessing contractors' qualifications, references, experience, and project suitability. Key procurement dates include a mandatory pre-bid conference on August 25, 2025, and proposal submissions due by September 15, 2025. The contract will be for one year with an option to renew for four additional one-year periods. The City encourages participation from minority, woman-owned, and small businesses, with a local preference policy for businesses within College Park's city limits. Contractors must maintain specific insurance coverages, including workers' compensation, commercial general liability, and professional liability, and comply with E-Verify employment eligibility verification requirements. The project has a fixed budget of $5.2 million, which covers all development costs including design fees, equipment, permits, testing, and inspections. The comprehensive site plan involves significant landscape interventions such as invasive species removal, native plant restoration, creating a 2,200 square foot pond, bioretention areas, mountain biking and hiking trails, and renovating existing structures. Proposed improvements include a 15,450 square foot circular drive with VIP parking, multi-modal parking for bikes and golf carts, a welcome center, bath house, and various architectural features like stone terraces and an amphitheater. The total project cost, based on the itemized budget, is estimated at $4,345,979.00, with funds sourced from tourism development resources.
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Camp Truitt_Itemized Budget Summary (05-16-25).pdf | 139KB | 8/11/25 | ||
Camp Truitt_Presentation Package (12-13-24).pdf | 18MB | 8/11/25 | ||
RFQ-REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATION-BOTANICAL GARDEN.pdf | 989KB | 8/11/25 | ||
Camp Truitt_Pricing Plan (05-16-25).pdf | 2MB | 8/11/25 | ||
Addendum 1 RFP 26-10 BOTANICAL GARDEN PROJECT.pdf | 196KB | 8/11/25 |