Design and Construction Administration Services - Minard Mills

Jackson County Parks is seeking design and construction administration services for the Minard Mills County Park located in Parma, Michigan through a Request for Proposal (RFP) numbered RFP-JC-907-101625. The county requires a qualified consultant to provide comprehensive design, engineering, inspection, and construction administration services for park improvements, with specific deliverables including replacement of an existing pedestrian bridge, installation of a concrete access pathway, and enhanced park accessibility connecting the picnic shelter, playground, and restroom building. Evaluation criteria for proposals will be weighted as follows: 40 points for project completion and scope, 30 points for references and experience, 10 points for company profile, and 20 points for pricing. Key procurement dates include a mandatory site visit on November 4, 2025, proposal questions due by November 6, 2025, and final proposals due by November 19, 2025 at 10:00 am EST. Qualified firms must demonstrate expertise in park development, site engineering, and construction administration, with the ability to complete design work by the end of 2025 and prepare for construction in 2026.

The project is funded through a DNR Trust Fund Board grant, with a total project budget of $400,000 consisting of a $200,000 grant and a $200,000 county match. Design, engineering, and project administration fees are capped at $66,000, which cannot exceed 15% of the total project cost. While no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are mentioned, the RFP indicates that Jackson County reserves the right to make one total award, multiple awards, or a combination of awards based on which proposal best serves the county's interests. Bidders are required to provide a comprehensive pricing structure covering labor, materials, permitting, and associated costs, with a detailed breakdown of expenses for specific design elements including the pedestrian walk bridge, concrete walks, boardwalk, parking areas, site amenities, and signage. The anticipated contract term is one year or longer to ensure full project completion, with Jackson County maintaining flexibility in the final contract structure and award methodology.