RFP 25-752-007 Design/Build Services Elevator Cab Modernizations

The DeKalb County School District (DCSD) in Georgia is seeking design-build services for elevator cab modernization across thirteen school facilities through RFP No. 25-752-007. The comprehensive project requires a design-build firm to provide full professional design and construction services for modernizing elevator systems at schools including Cedar Grove High School, Champion Theme Middle School, Columbia Elementary School, Druid Hills High School, Dunwoody High School, and seven additional district locations. Key deliverables include replacing elevator control systems, door operators, hydraulic power units, and signal fixtures with current generation equipment. Evaluation criteria will assess proposed project staff (15 points), project approach (20 points), successful building experience (15 points), current workload (15 points), proposed fixed price (35 points), and equitable distribution considerations (15 points). Critical procurement dates include a mandatory virtual pre-proposal conference on March 20, 2025, a mandatory site visit on March 21, 2025, and proposal submissions due on April 17, 2025, at 2:00 PM. The anticipated project timeline includes board review on June 9, 2025, notice of award by July 1, 2025, and notice to proceed by August 1, 2025.

The RFP does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises, though it emphasizes compliance with Georgia's Security and Immigration Compliance Act and e-verify requirements. Bidders must demonstrate experience with K-12 public school programs and comply with DeKalb County School District Design Guidelines and all federal, state, and local regulatory requirements. The project has a total construction stated cost limitation (SCL) of $5,040,000.00, to be delivered using a design-build delivery method. Contractors must provide comprehensive documentation including corporate certificates, subcontractor listings, affidavits of noncollusion, conflict of interest disclosures, and immigration compliance documentation. The contract term runs through September 30, 2026, with work to be completed in phases and substantial completion expected by the specified date. Design-build firms will be required to obtain all necessary permits, licenses, and authorizations, and maintain specific insurance coverages throughout the design and construction process.