On-Call Architectural and Engineering Services

The City and County of Denver's Department of Aviation is seeking multiple on-call architectural and engineering (A&E) service contracts for Denver International Airport (DEN) through a competitive Request for Proposal (RFP) process. The procurement will secure professional services to be delivered on a task-based, as-needed basis, with scope encompassing design modifications, new facility design, building evaluations, architectural programming, planning, permitting, estimating, scheduling, constructability reviews, and construction administration. The contract term is three years with potential two one-year extensions, and proposals are due by November 4, 2025, at 2:00 PM local time, with an optional pre-proposal conference scheduled for September 23, 2025. Evaluation criteria will be weighted across multiple factors: cost effectiveness (20%), equity plan (15%), task-based contract understanding (15%), work plan and approach (20%), key personnel (20%), and company experience (10%). Proposers must submit comprehensive documentation including detailed labor rates, personnel qualifications, organizational charts, and proposal narratives demonstrating their capabilities and approach to the project.

The RFP includes a 10% Minority and Women-Owned Business Enterprise (MWBE) participation requirement, mandating that firms submit a Diversity and Inclusiveness Plan demonstrating commitment to equity and inclusion. While specific contract award value is not explicitly stated, the contract will be funded through the Airport System Fund, with maximum contract amounts to be determined during the selection process. The labor rates spreadsheet provided (EXHIBIT B - 2025 LABOR RATES _ CLASS 080825.xlsx) indicates comprehensive position classifications across administrative, architectural, construction, engineering, and technical roles, with defined experience levels ranging from entry-level (Level 1) to managerial (Level 5). The contract appears structured to accommodate multiple consultants and sub-contractors, offering flexibility in professional service delivery. Labor rates are specified for six calendar years, with multipliers applied to base rates, suggesting a comprehensive and adaptable procurement strategy for ongoing architectural and engineering services at Denver International Airport.