(RFP) 27-21, Richard Craig Park Athletic Complex Renovation

Henry County, Georgia is requesting proposals for complete turnkey renovation of the Richard Craig Park Athletic Complex under RFP 27-21, with proposals due November 11, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. Eastern time, and a questions-due deadline of October 28, 2026. The County has established an 11% Disadvantaged Business Enterprise participation goal and a local-vendor privilege allowing vendors within five percent of the low bid to match and receive award.

The scope encompasses phased renovation of eight baseball and softball fields, one Sunshine League therapeutic field, a concession facility, and all associated infrastructure. Work includes selective demolition, laser grading, drainage and irrigation replacement, installation of certified 419 Bermuda sod, infield reconstruction, 9-gauge galvanized chain-link fencing with 30-foot black powder-coated backstop poles, overhead safety netting, custom backstop padding and windscreens, 20-foot foul poles, dugout roof systems, concrete sidewalks exceeding ADA minimums, and conversion of an existing 60-foot by 81-foot batting cage into a five-station training facility with synthetic turf and sliding curtain dividers. The concession building renovation includes LED lighting, electrical upgrades, commercial restroom improvements, epoxy wall coatings, interior/exterior painting, ventilation upgrades, and accessibility enhancements. ADA accessibility is a primary project objective. The contractor serves as single-source turnkey provider responsible for all civil, structural, architectural, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, irrigation, concrete, fencing, and athletic surfacing work. A 10% construction contingency must be included in the Base Bid.

Phase One covers complete renovation and turnover of Fields 1–5; Phase Two covers Fields 6–8, the Sunshine League field, concession building, and remaining improvements.

Proposals are evaluated on qualifications and relevant experience (35 points), experience and availability of key staff (30 points), methodology and technical approach (30 points), and cost proposal (5 points), with optional oral presentation/interview worth up to 15 additional points. The contractor must provide a bid bond of not less than 5% of bid amount, 100% Performance and Payment Bonds, Workers Compensation at Georgia statutory limits, Commercial General Liability ($1 million each occurrence / $2 million general aggregate), Automobile Liability ($1 million combined single limit), Property Coverage for 100% of contract amount, and Umbrella Liability ($2 million). All bidders must comply with Georgia Security and Immigration Compliance Act requirements and register with E-Verify. A one-year warranty on labor, workmanship, materials, and equipment is required from final acceptance. RFPs may be submitted by mail, common carrier, in person, or electronically through the County's eProcurement Portal; emailed or faxed proposals will not be considered. An addendum deadline is set for November 4, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. Award recommendations will be made to the Board of Commissioners within 60 days of proposal opening.