Kenosha County Courthouse South Entrance Ramp Replacement Project Design

Kenosha County, Wisconsin is seeking design and construction management services for the Courthouse South Entrance Ramp Replacement Project through a competitive Request for Proposal (RFP) process. The primary objective is to replace the deteriorating concrete ramp at the south entrance of the Kenosha County Courthouse, addressing critical safety concerns stemming from crumbling concrete and loose railings. Proposers must provide comprehensive services including concept design, cost estimates, final design, bidding assistance, and construction management oversight. The evaluation criteria will assess proposals based on four key areas: cost (20 points), company profile (25 points), staff qualifications (25 points), and proposal solutions (30 points). Proposers must demonstrate experience by showcasing at least three completed projects of similar size and scope within the past five years. A pre-proposal conference is scheduled for March 28, 2024, at 10:00 AM CT at the project site, with questions due by April 3, 2024, and potential addendum posting by April 10, 2024. Sealed proposals are due by 3:00 PM on April 24, 2024, and must be submitted to the County Purchasing Division with specific formatting requirements, including one original master copy, three photocopies, and a USB storage device.

The contract does not appear to have specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Proposers must maintain specified insurance coverage, including $1,000,000 in commercial general liability and $1,000,000 in professional liability. The total project budget is $250,000, covering both design and construction management services, with an expectation that concept design and cost estimates will be completed within six weeks of contract award. An addendum to the original RFP has expanded the project scope to include additional design work for drainage solutions along the south entrance doors, specifically requiring the installation of channel grates or trench drains and incorporation of a temporary handicap accessible ramp during construction. Kenosha County is tax-exempt and will require proposal prices to remain firm for 90 days from opening. The county reserves the right to request Best and Final Offers from top-scoring proposers before making a final award, providing flexibility in the selection process.