Design services for multiple fire stations

Pasco County, Florida is seeking design services for multiple fire stations through a Request for Statements of Qualifications (RSQ-TPR-26-032) issued by the Board of County Commissioners. The project involves comprehensive architectural and engineering services for constructing a minimum of five career fire stations over five years, with each station exceeding 12,000 square feet and having a construction cost over $5 million. Selected consultants must review and update the county's existing proto-typical design, incorporating architectural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, civil, and structural services. Required deliverables include site surveys, LEED studies, conceptual drawings, site plans, interior design, construction documentation, permitting assistance, and construction administration. The evaluation process will assess proposals across five key criteria: Statement of Introduction (Pass/Fail), Project Understanding and Approach (350 points), Project Team and Past Experience (350 points), Location and Workload (100 points), and Quality/Cost Controls (200 points). Key dates include a November 28, 2025 deadline for written questions, proposal submissions due by 1:30 p.m. ET on December 16, 2025, and a public response opening at 2:00 p.m. ET the same day. Proposals must be submitted through the Bonfire online platform, with only online submissions being accepted.

The solicitation includes provisions for local business preferences, with businesses in Pasco County eligible for 10 additional evaluation points, and businesses in neighboring counties (Hillsborough, Pinellas, Polk, and Hernando) qualifying for 5 points. To be considered local, businesses must maintain a physical address in the county for at least 12 months and provide a local business tax receipt. While no specific disadvantaged enterprise set-asides are mentioned, the county emphasizes non-discrimination and fair procurement practices. Proposers must comply with various legal requirements, including E-Verify registration, providing documentation such as a Certificate of Status from the Florida Secretary of State, and submitting a Human Trafficking Affidavit. The contract will be awarded on a task order basis, with the potential for reusing design plans across multiple fire station projects. Although a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the document indicates construction costs exceeding $5 million per station, suggesting a significant overall project value. The county reserves the right to negotiate with the top-ranked firm and may seek alternative firms if a contract cannot be reached within 30 days of initial negotiations.