Renovation of an educational facility in Pine Bluff, Arkansas. Conceptual plans call for the renovation of a educational facility.

Campus-Wide Heating and Air Conditioning Upgrades Project The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff, in accordance with the policies of the Board of Trustees, is soliciting responses from qualified engineers for the Campus Wide Heating and Air Conditioning Upgrade project. PROJECT DESCRIPTION The Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund III (HEERF) was authorized by Congress as part of the American Rescue Plan. HEERF is intended to serve students and ensure that learning continues during the COVID-19 pandemic. Studies have shown that increased ventilation, improved filtration, increased air exchanges, temperature and humidity control, and indoor air quality can be an effective part of an overall mitigation strategy to reduce the spread of viruses like SARS-CoV-2. A portion of the HEERF funds allocated to the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff will be used on our main campus to upgrade Air Handling Units (AHU), Rooftop Units (RTU), Building Automation Systems (BAS) and associated components, retro-commissioning, air balancing, increasing cooling capacity, and all other equipment as it relates to indoor air quality. The project will prioritize ventilation improvements based on occupancy and will address others based on any remaining funds. The design team will be expected to evaluate existing conditions, system configurations and propose modifications based on current best design practices that improve the efficiency, maintainability, and constructability of the system going forward. The most appropriate design solution will likely vary by building. It is expected that the design and construction at each building will proceed on parallel tracks, not sequentially. The design and construction teams will be expected to work hand-in-hand to deliver the project in a timely and cost-effective manner on behalf of the university. This may include early procurement packages or development of multiple bid packages. The total project cost is currently estimated at $12 million. Engineers and consultants will work with the Facilities Management to advance campus master planning and design principles, as well as sustainability requirements. Statements of Qualification will be reviewed by a selection committee using a standardized Design Services Shortlist Evaluation form. Format requirements: Printed responses should be no larger than 8.5in x 11in, limited to 50 sheets maximum (100 pages), fully recyclable (i.e. no plastic covers, plastic tabs, etc.) and bound with glue, staples, or thread (i.e. perfect bound, saddle stitching, etc.). No metal or plastic coils allowed. Responses that do not meet these requirements will be disqualified. To avoid potential conflicts of interest, respondents should not communicate with university faculty or staff about this project. This document provides the relevant information for assembling a Statement of Qualifications. If you have urgent questions, you can send them via email to lewisal@uapb.edu. Content requirements: Include the information below and organize it in an easily accessible manner. You do not need to divide the response into chapters exactly matching the description below. Responses that do not include the required licensure information will be disqualified. 1. Proof of licensure or eligibility: Engineers: All engineers shall hold individual licenses in the State of Arkansas, and all engineering firms shall hold a valid Certificate of Authorization (COA) issued by the Arkansas State Board of Licensure for Professional Engineers and Professional Surveyors Joint venture firms are also required to hold a COA. A COPY OF A VALID ARKANSAS CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORIZATION MUST BE INCLUDED WITH THE SUBMITTAL. Architects: All firms shall be licensed, or eligible for licensure, in the State of Arkansas. Eligible firms not currently licensed in Arkansas must send a letter to the Arkansas State Board of Architects (501-682-3171/501-682-3172 fax) stating their intent to respond to an RFQ issued by the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff. Please include project name, submittal date, and proof of valid NCARB certification in the letter. Consulting and joint venture firms are also required to be licensed by the Arkansas State Board of Architects. Notification to the State Board must be made PRIOR to responding to this solicitation and a COPY OF EITHER A VALID ARKANSAS LICENSE OR THE LETTER OF INTENT TO THE STATE BOARD DESCRIBED ABOVE FOR ALL TEAM MEMBER FIRMS MUST BE INCLUDED WITH THE RESPONSE. The final selected firm(s) will have 30 days to make application for corporate licensure after they are awarded the contract. 2. Organization chart for design team and all consultants 3. Specific project experience (within the past five years) with integrating mechanical systems into existing buildings 4. Specific project experience (within the past five years) with institutional-quality interior design and architecture, with particular emphasis on integrating mechanical systems into existing spaces 5. Current office size, personnel description and projected workload 6. Experience constructing projects under nationally-recognized sustainable rating systems 7. Experience with fully commissioned projects 8. Proof of current professional liability insurance coverage ($1,000,000 minimum required) 9. List of projects currently under contract with state agencies or educational facilities 10. Statement of diversity in the workforce, if applicable 11. Certificate of women-owned or minority-owned business, if applicable PROFESSIONAL SERVICES REQUIRED FEASIBILITY, ASSESSMENTS, GRAPHIC PRESENTATION, INTERIOR DESIGN, COST EVALUATION, SCHEMATIC DESIGN, DESIGN DEVELOPMENT, CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS, CONSTRUCTION ADMINISTRATION, AND PROJECT CLOSEOUT. The Method of Contractor Selection has not been determined at this Time.