Zambarano Demolition Project

The Rhode Island Department of Administration, Department of Capital Asset Management (DCAMM) is seeking qualified architectural and engineering firms to design abatement and demolition services for ten state buildings located on the Zambarano Campus in Pascoag, Rhode Island. This Request for Proposals (RFP24003093) requires firms to provide comprehensive design services for the complete removal of these buildings, with a focus on professional architectural and engineering expertise in demolition and abatement planning. The initial contract period will span approximately 6 months for design work and 1 year for construction, with potential 12-month renewal options contingent on performance and funding availability. A non-mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for August 3, 2023, at 9:00 AM EST at the Zambarano Unit rear entrance, and vendors must submit electronic proposals through the Ocean State Procures system by August 30, 2023, at 2:00 PM GMT. Proposals will be evaluated based on technical merit, cost, and proposed ISBE participation, with specific scoring criteria that consider the quality of the design approach, proposed methodologies, and the firm's qualifications.

The state strongly encourages participation from Minority Business Enterprises (MBEs), Women Business Enterprises (WBEs), and Disability Business Enterprises (DisBEs), collectively referred to as ISBE (Innovative Small Business Enterprises). Vendors must submit a detailed ISBE Participation Plan and will receive additional evaluation points based on their proposed utilization rates for these designated business categories. The RFP mandates specific insurance requirements, including $1,000,000 in general liability coverage, $100,000 in workers' compensation, $1,000,000 in automobile liability, and $2,000,000 in professional liability coverage. While no specific total project value is disclosed in the documents, the comprehensive nature of the demolition and design services suggests a significant investment by the state. The contract award will be contingent upon the availability of appropriated funds, and the state reserves the right to cancel the procurement or award to the most qualified vendor at its discretion.