This is an invitation and request for Statement of Qualifications (RFQ) for Mechanical System Design at various Durham Public Schools (DPS) facilities. Requested services may include customary surveying services and related sub consultant services. This RFQ is for multiple schools. Respondents will be evaluated and scored by "project" as defined in the "Scope" section below. Responses to this Request for Statement of Qualifications will be received at the time and location designated within, and shall include the information requested hereafter. Responses received after this time will not be considered. Successful firms will be selected on an as needed basis during the specified time above. The need for interviews is not anticipated at this time, however DPS may request one if deemed necessary on a project by project basis. It is the intent of this solicitation process to fully comply with G.S. 143-64.31 for the procurement of Mechanical System Design, to announce all requirements for said services, to select firms qualified to provide such services on the basis of demonstrated competence and qualification for the type of professional services required without regard to fee other than unit price information at this stage, and thereafter to negotiate a contract for those services at a fair and reasonable fee with the best qualified firm. If a contract cannot be negotiated with the best qualified firm, DPS shall terminate negotiations with that firm and initiate negotiations with the next best qualified firm. Selection of a firm shall include the use of good faith efforts by DPS to notify minority firms of the opportunity to submit qualifications for consideration by DPS. DPS reserves the right to waive technicalities and informalities and, at its sole discretion, to reject any and all responses to the RFQ. The Mechanical Design Services are needed for multiple Elementary, Middle and High Schools. The systems include Boiler/Chiller Replacement, DDC Control Systems, AHU/RTU replacement, and possible conversions from radiator heat to VAV/FCU. Duration of work may span 2 years from the date of short list selection. It is unnecessary to provide supplemental information on the first submittal. However, if the respondent so chooses, additional information may be provided in the form of project profiles, firm brochures, or similar material. Please keep to a minimum. a. Interested firms should familiarize themselves with DPS Board Policies. These policies can be viewed on the DPS website. b. The selected firm will be required to provide certification documenting compliance with the Lunsford Act/Criminal Background Check and requirements as outlined in the G.S. Chapter 14 for personnel who will be on school sites as part of the performance of their work. c. The selected firm is required to comply with all applicable laws when providing services for DPS, including E-Verify and requirements of the Affordable Care Act. d. The selected firm will be required to provide certification documenting compliance with the Iran Divestment Act pursuant to G.S. 147 Article 6E by documenting they are not listed on the Final Divestment List created by the North Carolina State Treasurer. Firms shall submit any questions by 3:00 pm on Wednesday, May 9, 2022. Questions will include a reference to the applicable RFQ section and page number. Responses to questions will be posted in the form of an addendum by 5:00 pm on Friday, May 11, 2022. Address any questions via email to: Kevin Coyne, Project Manager: kevin.coyne@lechase.com. No information, instruction, or advice provided orally or informally by any DPS personnel, whether made in response to a question or otherwise regarding this RFQ, shall be considered authoritative or binding. Firms shall be entitled to rely only on written material contained in an addendum to this RFQ. Statements of qualification will be evaluated by a selection committee. The committee may include administrators, school staff, Board of Education, and community members. Firms may be invited to participate in an oral presentation and interview to determine which team is the best qualified to work with the district and community in completing the project(s). The district may request additional information from firms on the short list prior to interviews. If deemed beneficial some members of the selection committee may visit completed projects prior to the final selection recommendation and approval. The recommendation of the selection committee will be subject to a successful contract negotiation and approval by the Board of Education. If an agreement cannot be reached the district reserves the right to negotiate with other qualified firms. Durham Public Schools reserves the right to shortlist multiple firms for use. Until a contract resulting from this RFQ process is executed, no employee, agent or representative of any professional services provider shall make available or discuss its proposal with the media in any form, electronic or printed, or with any elected or appointed official or officer of DPS, or any employee, agent or other representative of the DPS unless required by law. REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS: Durham Public Schools has issued an RFQ for Professional Mechanical Design Services for various Durham Public Schools (DPS) facilities. For Legal Notice and RFQ information, go to website.
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