Threshold lnspection Services for Camping World Stadium Phase 3

The City of Orlando is seeking Qualifications Statements from professional engineering or architectural firms registered in Florida for Threshold Inspection Services for Camping World Stadium Phase 3 (RQS25-0612). The procurement focuses on comprehensive stadium improvements, including expanding seating capacity from 63,000 to 65,000, renovating upper seating bowls, modernizing stadium systems, and potentially constructing a new Multipurpose Event Center. Respondents must be registered in Florida under Section 471.023 (Engineering Services) or Section 481.219 (Architectural Services) and will be evaluated on criteria including experience, personnel qualifications, veteran business enterprise participation, past performance, and proximity to Orlando. The qualification statements are due on October 29, 2025, at 2:00 PM local time, with a pre-conference meeting scheduled for October 9, 2025. The evaluation will be conducted in two phases, with firms earning additional points for having local offices, previous work with the City, and veteran business enterprise involvement.

The solicitation includes specific set-aside and participation considerations for veteran business enterprises, emphasizing local economic participation and non-discrimination. While no specific incumbent vendors are mentioned, the project demonstrates a history of ongoing stadium improvements, with previous investments in 2014 and 2021 focusing on spectator comfort and infrastructure upgrades. The anticipated construction budget is $270,000,000, with the project scope including replacing upper bowl seating, renovating terrace level concourse and amenities, constructing North and South Endzone Towers, and potentially developing a new 90,000-square-foot Multipurpose Event Center. Respondents must execute a release form to obtain confidential stadium documents, with strict protocols for handling and destroying sensitive architectural plans. The project aims to enhance the stadium's versatility for hosting events such as NFL Pro-Bowl, Monster Jam, concerts, and various sports competitions while maintaining operational continuity during construction.