Renovation of Burke County Detention Center - Architectural Services RFP

This state and local contracting opportunity is for architectural services to renovate the Burke County Detention Center in Waynesboro, Georgia. Burke County is seeking to contract with a highly qualified architectural firm to develop initial drawings, preliminary specifications, and cost estimates for the renovation project. The preliminary documents are required by September 10, 2024, with the cost estimates to be delivered within four weeks of that date. The selected architect will also oversee the construction process once funding is available and final construction documents are prepared. Minimum required services include working with county officials, developing design drawings and specifications, assisting with bidding and contractor selection, and providing construction administration support. Proposals must include information on the firm's qualifications, relevant project experience, references, and the proposed fee. Burke County reserves the right to accept or reject any proposal, and the successful firm will be required to comply with federal non-discrimination laws and regulations. The selected architect will be expected to include any revisions to plans, drawings, or specifications necessary to keep the project within the agreed-upon budget, and any additional work must be approved by the Burke County Board of Commissioners.

The RFQP does not mention any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. The incumbent vendor or current contractor is not specified, and the RFQP does not provide any information on existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration. The RFQP also does not include a listed award value or budget range for the project.