River Rouge Memorial Park Upgrades - prime professonal

The City of River Rouge, Michigan has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) for a Prime Professional to provide comprehensive services for the Memorial Park Upgrades project. The selected firm will be responsible for managing all aspects of park renovation, including design, engineering, community engagement, permitting, grant reporting, compliance, and construction oversight. Specific project improvements include updating green spaces, renovating the gazebo, upgrading the basketball court, adding sensory play equipment, and replacing tennis courts with a pickleball court. Proposals are due by January 10, 2025, at 11:00 AM EST, with evaluation criteria weighted across five key areas: work plan/approach (30 points), cost effectiveness (20 points), personnel qualifications (20 points), capability (20 points), and completeness of response (10 points). The procurement is open to all interested professional firms capable of delivering a comprehensive project management approach from preconstruction through post-construction phases.

The project is funded through the Council of Michigan Foundations (CMF) in partnership with the Michigan Department of Natural Resources (MDNR) Spark Grant Program, utilizing American Rescue Plan Act State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds. The total project budget is $917,400.00, with $143,500.00 specifically allocated for the Prime Professional contract. While no specific set-aside designations were mentioned, the project has strict federal compliance requirements, including adherence to civil rights acts, Davis-Bacon Act provisions, and specific fund obligation and expenditure deadlines of December 31, 2025, and September 30, 2026, respectively. Prospective bidders must demonstrate the ability to meet these complex regulatory requirements and navigate the intricacies of federally funded municipal infrastructure improvements. The project represents a significant opportunity for a qualified professional services firm to contribute to the revitalization of River Rouge's Memorial Park.