Request for Qualifications for Public Safety Facility

The Brunswick Fire Department in Georgia, in collaboration with city leadership, is seeking qualifications from architectural firms with proven experience in designing state-of-the-art public safety facilities. The project includes the construction of a Public Safety Training & Operations Headquarters, which will serve as a combined fire and police operational headquarters and training facility, as well as a new fire station to replace the outdated Station 1 facility. The selected firm will be responsible for conducting a needs assessment, designing the facilities, providing project management and coordination, and developing a cost-effective budget. The selection criteria will focus on the firm's experience, technical qualifications, project approach, financial stability, and past performance with municipal clients. Submissions are due by October 14, 2024, and should be sent electronically or by mail to the Assistant Fire Chief.

The contract opportunity is not specifically designated for any set-aside, but the client is likely interested in working with firms that have experience with municipal clients and public safety facility design. The project's budget was not specified in the RFQ, but it is a key component of the city's long-term growth and resilience strategy, indicating that the available funding may be substantial. There are no incumbent vendors or current contractors mentioned, and the client is seeking a new solution to address the expanding needs of the community.