Pensacola Bay Center - Owner's Representative (OR) / Construction, Engineering, and Inspection (CEI) Consultant

Escambia County, Florida is soliciting qualifications under RFQ #PD 26-27.009 for Owner's Representative services and, when separately authorized, Construction Engineering and Inspection services for the Pensacola Bay Center Reimagined project. Questions are due November 24, 2026, and electronic proposals are due December 9, 2026, at 1:30 p.m. through the County's procurement portal. The solicitation carries no set-aside or preference program.

Scope covers project management and oversight, design coordination, procurement assistance, construction administration, cost estimating, schedule monitoring, quality assurance, risk management, commissioning coordination, project closeout, and warranty administration. Services span planning, design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and closeout, with the specific scope, extent, and duration set by the County for each authorized phase based on priorities and funding. Phase 1 renovates the existing Pensacola Bay Center. Phase 2 contemplates a new approximately 150,000-square-foot multipurpose event center, subject to financing and authorization. Phase 3 includes optional ice-skating and structured parking facilities, subject to feasibility and authorization. Respondents must show at least ten years of relevant experience in construction management, owner's representative services, construction administration, or related fields.

Compensation is a lump sum set by the Board of County Commissioners. The term runs from Notice to Proceed through project completion. The consultant cannot change scope, price, or schedule without prior written County approval. Required submittals include audited financial statements for the three most recent fiscal years, evidence of ability to obtain performance bonds up to $20 million, current Florida corporate status certification, and proof of adequate insurance.

Evaluation weights total 100 points: firm qualifications and experience (15), owner's representative and project management approach (20), CEI approach (20), project controls methodology (15), key personnel qualifications (15), quality assurance and documentation (5), understanding of County requirements (5), and financial statement review (5). The County reserves the right to award on initial proposals without discussions or to interview and request additional information from qualified respondents.