Renovation of a mixed-use development in Laredo, Texas. Completed plans call for the renovation of a playground / park / athletic field; and swimming pool.

FY22-ENG-20 or before RFQ FY22-ENG-20 CDBG Arturo N. Benavides Sr. Memorial Park Splash Pad, Water Features and Other Amenities (Design-Build) Notice is hereby given that the City of Laredo will solicit and receive statement of qualifications (SOQs) for a Design-Build project from qualified firms interested in providing professional services for design, preparation of plans, specifications, estimates and construction of a splash pad and water features to be located at 2607 Derby Avenue. This project will be federally funded and are subject to Federal regulations including but not limited to 2 CFR Part 200 and Section 3, as applicable. The Consultant is cautioned to refer to other sections of this Request for Qualifications (RFQ) packet for further details. The project will consist of design plans, specifications, estimated cost, (drainage, water distribution, wastewater collection, environmental, etc.) construction and installation of water play features, equipment/mechanical room, water piping pumps, including but not limited to mechanical, electrical, plumbing and all other components and equipment associated with the construction of the splash pad. The project will also require demand load calculations, storm water pollution prevention, retaining wall(s), lot grading, and any other work associated for a complete splash pad. Every aspect of work shall be included as obvious or implied as necessary to make the work complete and fully operational (Turn-key project). TECHNICAL EXPERTISE The Consultant shall coordinate (as needed) with all public agencies, utility companies, attend stakeholder meetings, committee meetings and City Council meetings. Furthermore, the design shall comply with all City, State, and Federal Regulations including but not limited to the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT), Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO), Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), State Historic Preservation Officer (SHPO), Texas Department of Licensing and Regulations (TDLR), etc. All work related to the project(s) shall be provided by a duly Licensed Professional Engineer or Registered Architect (as applicable) licensed in the State of Texas, and in conformance with all applicable municipal, state, and federal guidelines and regulations, and in close coordination with City of Laredo Engineering Department. This solicitation will follow policies and procedures related to the procurement of goods and services with Federal funding, State of Texas and/or local sources Consultant firm(s) shall familiarize themselves with conditions relating to the scope, specifications, and restrictions regarding the execution of work to be performed under the RFQ. It is the respondent's responsibility to obtain any additional information it deems necessary to submit in its RFQ, as well as in the performance of the contract. Respondents are cautioned to refer to other sections of this Request for Qualifications (RFQ) packet for further details. Complete Request for Statement for Qualifications for the above mentioned project is available at the City of Laredo official web site or by calling the City of Laredo Engineering Department, located at 1110 Houston Street, at (956)791-7346. Construction plans by recipient of award are to be sealed and signed by a registered professional engineer and/or architect licensed to practice in the State of Texas. No respondent may withdraw his/her Proposal within sixty (60) days after the actual date of the opening thereof. City of Laredo reserves the right to waive any informality or to reject any or all proposals. Alteration or modification of the Respondent Forms shall be cause for rejection of the Proposal. Formal questions related to the RFQ may be submitted to in writing to Ramon E. Chavez, City Engineer at rchavez@ci.laredo.tx.us with subject title: "RFQ FY22-ENG-20" no later than July 21, 2022, at 12:00 P.M. (CT). Questions received after this date may not be responded prior to the required submittal deadline.