RFQ/P026-30 Architectural and Design Services for Public Works Facility Addition

The City of Meriden, Connecticut, through its Public Works Department, is seeking architectural and design services for a facility addition located at 55 Michael Drive. This Request for Qualifications/Proposals (RFQ/P026-30) aims to select a certified and licensed engineering firm to provide comprehensive professional services, including schematic design, design development, construction documents, bid assistance, and construction administration for the Public Works Facility expansion. Proposing firms must demonstrate substantial experience with similar public infrastructure projects and possess the technical capabilities to meet the city's specific requirements. The procurement timeline includes a mandatory pre-proposal meeting on October 9, 2025, at 10:00 am, with proposals due by October 23, 2025, at 11:30 am. Evaluation of submissions will occur on October 30, 2025, with potential interviews scheduled for November 3, 2025, and an anticipated contract award date of November 6, 2025. The selection process will utilize a 100-point scoring system, evaluating firms based on qualifications, ability to meet project deadlines, key personnel expertise, project history, and client references.

While no specific set-aside designations are explicitly mentioned in the documentation, the procurement requires extensive documentation, including detailed firm profiles, key personnel resumes, sub-consultant lists, and comprehensive references. Proposing firms must provide proof of substantial insurance coverage, including $1,000,000 in Commercial General Liability, $1,000,000 in Business Automobile Liability, statutory Workers' Compensation, and $2,000,000 in Professional Liability/Errors and Omissions Coverage. The project will be executed through a purchase order and standard professional services agreement, with contractors required to comply with prevailing wage regulations and submit certified payroll documentation. Although a specific budget is not disclosed in the available documents, the comprehensive insurance and bonding requirements suggest a significant project scope. Successful firms must be prepared to work closely with the Meriden Public Works Department, provide necessary survey and environmental documentation, and ensure the project meets community infrastructure needs while adhering to established budgetary and timeline constraints.