RFP-800 A/E Architect DJJ Regional Model Detention Cntr

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The Commonwealth of Kentucky, through the Department for Facilities and Support Services Division of Engineering and Contract Administration, is seeking qualified architectural and engineering firms to provide design and consulting services for the construction of new Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) regional model detention centers in Louisville, Kentucky. The selected consultant team will be expected to assess the current facilities, propose feasible renovation or expansion projects, provide cost estimates and timelines, and address the impact to facility operations during construction. The initial assessment and plan are due by September 1, 2023, and the Commonwealth reserves the right to procure design and construction administration services from the selected consultant team or separate these into a new procurement. The design must meet requirements for security, durability, longevity, and low maintenance, as well as comply with all applicable codes, standards, and regulations. Proposals are due by June 15, 2023, with a shortlist meeting scheduled for June 22, 2023 and interviews tentatively scheduled for June 30, 2023.

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The RFP indicates that the Commonwealth may exercise the option to increase design services as funding becomes available, but no specific budget or award value is provided. The solicitation does not mention any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond, nor does it list any incumbent vendors or current contractors. The procurement does not appear to require integration with any existing infrastructure or technology. Interested vendors must demonstrate Kentucky registration for architectural and engineering disciplines and undertake a good faith effort to include minority-owned design firms.