Mechanical Upgrades Burruss State Prison

The Georgia Department of Corrections is soliciting qualifications from registered engineers and architects for professional design services on mechanical upgrades at Burruss State Prison (Project GDC-23-BURR-SP-005-DP) in Forsyth, Georgia, with written responses due September 13, 2022 at 3:00 PM EST. A mandatory site visit is scheduled for September 6, 2022 at 10:00 AM at the prison's front entrance; firms must submit attendee lists by 3:00 PM on August 31 for security clearance.

Qualified respondents must be established firms licensed to practice engineering or architecture with principal offices in Georgia. The scope encompasses comprehensive mechanical system upgrades across the GPSTC Complex at 1000 Indian Springs Drive: replacement HVAC systems with approximately 16 air handling units in four dormitory buildings (Buildings J, K, L, and M); replacement terminal units and boiler systems in Building B; installation of digital controls and air sterilization systems; domestic water heater replacements; new heating and chilled water loop piping; and commissioning and pre-TAB services. The design team must also conduct asbestos and lead testing, perform site surveys, provide weekly progress reports with photographs, conduct design team meetings after each phase, and complete an onsite visit prior to bid. Services include preparation of schematic design and design development documents, construction documents, bidding assistance, and construction contract administration.

Responses must include a letter of interest, GSA Standard Form 330, and a notarized Contractor Affidavit. Hand-delivered packages will not be accepted. Following initial qualification review, three or more highly qualified firms will be selected for interviews. Selection criteria include organization, design ability, past performance, ability to meet time requirements, budget limitations, and professional experience. Pond & Company was awarded the contract. Inquiries should be directed to Fred Hastings, MEP Project Manager 2, at (678) 628-6581.