RECS RFP Design Quadriga Repairs at Capitol Bldg

The State of Minnesota, through the Department of Administration's Real Estate and Construction Services (RECS), is seeking architectural and project management services for the removal and repair of the Quadriga sculpture and its base at the Minnesota State Capitol Building in St. Paul. The project, identified as RECS Project #02CB0075, requires a comprehensive approach to conserving the historic "Progress of the State" sculpture, involving removal, storage, repair, and reinstallation. Interested firms must submit a detailed proposal including a fee proposal, qualifications, workforce and equal pay declaration, and various certification documents by May 30, 2024, at 12:00 PM Central Time. The evaluation criteria will focus on key personnel qualifications, relevant experience, work plan and schedule, and the fee proposal. A mandatory site visit is part of the procurement process, and the anticipated contract term spans from June 2024 to June 2026, with an optional 3-year extension. Deliverables include a comprehensive conservation plan, structural assessments, and full project management from scaffolding installation through sculpture reinstallation.

The State of Minnesota encourages participation from small businesses, minority-owned businesses, women-owned businesses, and businesses located in economically disadvantaged counties. Vendors can claim additional preferences for veteran-owned and service-disabled veteran-owned businesses. While the RFP does not specify a precise budget or award value, it provides detailed guidelines for fee proposals, including compensation structures for primary consultants and subconsultants across various project phases such as schematic design, design development, construction documents, bidding, construction administration, and post-construction. Reimbursable expenses are limited and strictly defined, with no markup allowed on subconsultant fees. The project will be executed within the Minnesota State Capitol Complex, which requires adherence to specific Facilities Management Construction Standards covering electrical, mechanical, plumbing, security, and other technical specifications. Insurance requirements and compliance with state contracting terms and conditions are mandatory for all responding firms.