South Canton Park RFQ

The City of Canton, located in Cherokee County, Georgia, is seeking proposals for the South Canton Park project through a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for a comprehensive park development initiative. The project involves constructing a multi-functional public park at 2939 Marietta Highway, encompassing approximately 6.20 acres with detailed site improvements including a restroom building, pavilion, dog parks, splash pads, playgrounds, walking paths, an elevated boardwalk, and extensive landscaping. Potential bidders must attend a mandatory pre-submittal meeting on June 26, 2025, at 10:00am in the Canton City Hall Auditorium, with vendor questions due by July 24, 2025, at 4:00pm via email to Scott.hooper@cantonga.gov. The final bid submission is scheduled for August 7, 2025, at 10:00am at Canton City Hall, with a substantial completion timeline of 395 calendar days and a final completion target of 425 calendar days. Bidders are required to demonstrate contractor licensing, provide necessary bonds and insurance, and comply with Georgia state regulations, including the Georgia Security and Immigration Compliance Act.

The solicitation does not explicitly specify set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises, though typical municipal projects often include provisions for minority or small business participation. The project will be procured through a single prime contract based on a lump sum fee and includes a $500,000 Owner's Allowance. While specific budget details are not publicly disclosed, the comprehensive nature of the park development suggests a significant capital investment. The City will utilize a web-based project management system (Procore) for document collaboration, and bidders must provide detailed company qualifications and experience. The project documents indicate a sophisticated design approach, incorporating sustainable features like a cistern for rainwater collection and an irrigation system, with estimated construction costs implied to be substantial but not explicitly stated. The City of Canton reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive informalities in the bidding process, providing flexibility in vendor selection.