Site work and new construction of a mixed-use development in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Design plans call for the construction of a 100,000-square-foot library; museum; for site work for a playground / park / athletic field; and theater / auditorium.

As of October 28, 2022, this project is in the very early stages of beginning design. The Tuscaloosa City Council has selected an architect. Information regarding the general contractor has not been disclosed. A firm construction timeline has not been established, but is anticipated to be completed by 2026. The City of Tuscaloosa is requesting qualifications from qualified firms to provide Architectural and Engineering Design Services for the Saban Center project. Part 2 of this RFQ provides a general description and abbreviated scope of work for the project. This is a procurement of professional services and will be conducted in a manner to provide full and open competition. A Selection Committee will review all responses, and will rank the responding firms based on criteria identified in Part 5. The criteria may include, but is not limited to, the response, firm qualifications, references, interviews, and other relevant information. Upon selection by the Selection Committee, the City will enter into negotiations with the successful Respondent. Pending successful negotiations, the successful Respondent will enter into a Contract for Professional Services with the City. The City will accept inquiries on the contents and requirements of the RFQ in written form only. Inquiries shall be submitted by email only. Inquiries should be submitted to: Audrey K. Buck Director, Saban Center Email: abuck@tuscaloosa.com City of Tuscaloosa 2201 University Boulevard Tuscaloosa, Alabama 35401 Inquiries must be submitted at least seven (7) days before the deadline for submission of proposals. For this RFQ, the deadline for inquiries is May 16, 2022 at 3:00 p.m. Central Standard Time, after which time no further inquiries will be addressed by the City. Deadline for Inquiries May 16, 2022 Deadline for Responses May 23, 2022 Consultant Interviews (if necessary) June 6-10, 2022 Consultant Selection / Begin Negotiation of PSA June 15, 2022 Approval and Execution of PSA June 28, 2022 The method of contractor selection has not been determined at this time.