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REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS 24-19 - Architects
| Agency: | Arkansas Democrat-Gazette |
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| Level of Government: | State & Local |
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| Opps ID: | NBD15618492452893650 |
| Posted Date: | Jan 29, 2024 |
| Due Date: | Feb 20, 2024 |
| Source: | https://classifieds.arkansason... |
REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS 24-19 – Architects
Arkansas State University, in accordance with the policies of the Board of Trustees, is soliciting responses from qualified architecture and associated engineering design firms for potential new construction and/or modification/renovation of existing buildings and/or rooms for the new College of Veterinary Medicine. Selected firms will be expected to provide, at a minimum, conceptual designs and budgets, construction document creation and construction administration.
Work will include, but is not limited to, surgical and anatomy labs and related support areas, administrative offices, academic classrooms, and support spaces. Separate firms may be chosen if there are multiple projects.
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
The project will include planning, programming, and full architectural design and all required engineering for the campus and facilities for a new College of Veterinary Medicine to be constructed on the main campus in Jonesboro, Arkansas. The final size, occupancy, and composition of learning spaces will be determined during the formal programming phase of the project. Applicants must have experience in the planning and design of higher educational facilities. Prior experience in veterinary or medical related design will be an asset.
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES REQUIRED
• Site Planning
• Civil Engineering
• Architectural Design/Interior Design
• Mechanical/Electrical Engineering
• Landscape Architecture
REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS FORMAT AND CONTENT
The RFQ document should be structured in the following order and content:
1. Firm Base Information
a. Name and address of firm
b. Primary contact telephone numbers and email addresses
c. Web page address and any social media addresses
2. Firm
a. Size of firm (staff numbers)
b. Number of years in business
c. Organization chart of firm
3. Team
a. Primary Team Members
i. Principle In Charge
ii. Project Manager
iii. Other Consultants
b. Resumes of Team Members
4. Representative Projects/Project Experience – List a minimum of five (5) projects completed by your firm that best represent a similar scope, budget, program and complexity. Projects can be renovations or new construction. For each project, include:
a. Name and Location
b. Owner Representative name and contact information
c. Project Description (include any unique aspects)
d. Photographs
e. Total Square Footage
i. New construction/additions
ii. Renovations
f. Project Schedule
i. List initial program or Conceptual Design Date
ii. List the Substantial Completion Date
g. Cost Effective Design
i. Initial Budget
ii. Bid Amount
iii. Final Construction Cost
iv. List any changes in scope if applicable
h. Cost per Square Foot
i. Construction only – excluding site cost
ii. Total cost, including FFE and all soft cost
5. List all current contracts with campuses and higher education institutions in Arkansas
6. Proof of Arkansas Architectural License for Principle in Charge and firm Corporate Certification of Authorization
7. Proof of current professional liability insurance coverage ($1,000,000 minimum required, more may be required upon project execution)
SELECTION CRITERIA AND PROCESS
The selection committee will review Statement of Qualifications documents and grade upon the following point criteria. The (3) highest scored firms will be notified for interview. Unsuccessful firms will be notified same day via email and/or phone call. Interview dates will be arranged at the time of selection notification. Interview format will be communicated prior to interview date.
Selection Criteria
Prior similar experience in planning/design of a collaborative educational facility 25 pts
Demonstration of project cost containment 25 pts
Staff Resources, experience, and team qualifications 20 pts
Other factors, use of technology, understanding teaching methodologies 20 pts
Demonstration of site planning and design experience 10 pts
SUBMISSION
The deadline for responses is 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, February 20, 2024. Respondents will provide (10) published copies and an electronic copy (PDF format, less than 20mb required file size) to:
Mark Overturf, AIA
Campus Planner
Arkansas State University
P.O. Box 250
State University, AR 72467
Physical address:
2713 Pawnee St., Building A
Jonesboro, AR 72401
Email: moverturf@astate.edu
Phone: (870) 680-4701
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