Miller Park Master Plan

The City of Bloomington, Illinois is seeking professional design, planning, and architectural firms to develop a comprehensive Master Plan for Miller Park through RFQ #2025-17. The project involves a two-phase approach focusing on a 67.6-acre regional park located in Southwest Bloomington, with the initial phase concentrating on study, evaluation, and preliminary design services. Qualified firms must be licensed to practice architectural and engineering services in Illinois and will be evaluated based on specific criteria: responsiveness (15%), qualifications and team experience (30%), project quality (30%), project completion history (15%), and project approach (10%). The RFQ requires comprehensive documentation including workforce analysis, references, and various certifications. Key submission deadlines include questions due by October 3, 2024, and final electronic submissions required through the City's e-Procurement Portal by October 22, 2024, at 10:00 am CST. Proposing firms must provide extensive insurance coverage, including $2 million in general liability, $1 million in automobile liability, $3 million in umbrella liability, and $2 million in errors & omissions coverage.

The City has established strict compliance requirements for potential vendors, including adherence to equal opportunity guidelines and non-discrimination policies. While no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are explicitly mentioned, the RFQ suggests a commitment to inclusive procurement practices. Firms must submit comprehensive documentation demonstrating their capabilities, including detailed references and proof of business practices. The proposal will remain valid for 120 days, and the City reserves the right to reject any offers and negotiate contract terms. Although a specific budget range is not provided, the master planning effort will encompass site evaluations, community surveys, preliminary and final reporting, design renderings, and potential construction assistance. The City prefers to retain a single firm for both project phases, indicating a potential long-term engagement with the selected vendor. The final agreement will be executed through the City's standard professional services agreement, with potential flexibility for alternative contract structures subject to legal review.