This is a service / maintenance or supply contract in Seymour, Connecticut. Contact the soliciting agency for additional information.

Request for Qualifications from Architects/Engineers to Assist the Housing Authority in Preparation of Plans, Specifications & Contract Documents for Renovations at the Housing Authority's State Developments The Seymour Housing Authority extends an invitation to architects/engineers to submit a statement of their qualifications to the Authority. The architect's/engineer's qualifications should indicate the ability to perform work required in a timely and sufficient manner. The architect/engineer must be licensed to perform services in the State of Connecticut. Firms selected through the RFQ process will be invited to submit fee proposals for the A&E services required for the proposed renovation projects at the Housing Authority's State Developments. The services being required by the Housing Authority will include but shall not be limited to schematic design, preliminary studies, preparation and design of construction documents, work write-ups, energy modeling, cost estimates, evaluation of construction bids, inspection of materials and workmanship during construction, and post completion documents. The project(s) may be funded by the Connecticut Housing Finance Authority (CHFA) and / or the Connecticut Department of Housing (DOH). The entire procurement procedure and contract award will be subject to all applicable Federal/State Laws and Regulations. The architect/engineer selected shall comply with the Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Requirements adopted by the Authority in compliance with said order. Profiles of the firm's principals, staff and facilities must be submitted along with a list of completed projects, especially those completed with DOH or CHFA funds. The architect/engineer should specify any work performed under DOH or CHFA Funded Programs including but not limited to Competitive Housing Assistance for Multifamily Properties (CHAMP) and/or State Sponsored Housing Portfolio (SSHP). A certified statement that the architect/engineer is not debarred, suspended, or otherwise prohibited from professional practice by any Federal, State or local agency must also be submitted. In addition, the following insurance will be required: 1. Professional Liability including Errors and Omissions, 2. Comprehensive General Liability, 3. Automobile Liability, 4. Valuable Papers Destruction policy, 5. Worker's Compensation and Employer Liability policy. The Architect/Engineer should have previous experience in providing professional services to public housing authorities and must display evidence of knowledge of DOH, and CHFA regulations. Completed current federal GSA Forms 254 and 255 must be submitted. Evaluation Criteria: 1. Firm's qualifications - history and resource capability to perform required services in a timely manner (20 Points). 2. Evaluation of staff personnel (20 Points). 3. DOH/CHFA experience, including but not limited to the Competitive Housing Assistance for Multifamily Properties (CHAMP) and/or State Sponsored Housing Portfolio (SSHP) funds. (20 Points). 4. Other experience (15 Points). 5. Hourly Fee Schedule (15 Points) 6. Overall response to RFQ (10 Points) Further information may be obtained by contacting David Keyser at (203) 888-4579 or by writing to David Keyser at the Seymour Housing Authority, 28 Smith Street. Seymour, CT 06483. AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Small Business Concerns, Minority Business Enterprises, Women Owned Business Enterprises and Disabled Persons are encouraged to submit proposals. The method of contractor selection has not been determined at this time