The City of Tampa seeks Professional Architectural/ Engineering Services for the design of Centennial Park Improvements. Background information: Consultant would gather background information on the site and surrounding community and engage a surveyor to provide an updated boundary survey, existing conditions and topo survey. Geotechnical services would also be required. Public Engagement: Consultant would be required to attend some CRA CAC meetings and a CRA Board meeting. They would also be responsible to gather input from the community in a public meeting and share concepts with them in second public meeting. Separate meetings with specific stakeholders would also be included. Reimagining of the Park Design: Consultant would prepare a maximum of 3 concepts that respond to the information gathered during the public engagement task and the need to create activation within the park on a daily basis and respond to the changing demographics of the area. The 3 concepts would be merged into one based on public and stakeholder input. Work should include drawings for the expansion of the art center on the west end of the park to utilize undeveloped areas currently under roof. Renovations to the existing event building on the east end of the park are needed. The restrooms need updated materials and redesigned to meet ADA standards. Lowering grades of the park can be considered if it would support improved visibility and activation of the space. Renovation of the park should reflect the historic nature and culture of the surrounding community. Renovation work could include updated lighting, ancillary equipment, landscape and irrigation. Playground equipment or an improved performance area could be included in improvements. Construction Documents: The final concept should be further developed, and construction documents prepared for permitting. Consultant's work should include cost estimating services during construction. Questions may be directed to Jim Greiner, P.E., Contract Administration, City of Tampa, (813) 274-8598, or E-Mail jim.greiner@tampagov.net. Woman-Owned/Minority-Owned Business Enterprises (WMBE) and Small/Local Business Enterprises (SLBE) are encouraged to participate in the bid process. The City of Tampa has a managed Small and Local Busineess program to certify both its woman-owned, minority-owned, and small business vendors. The Method of Contractor Selection has not been determined at this Time.
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