The City of Richmond is requesting proposals from firms interested in providing Architectural consulting services for various infrastructure and capital improvement projects. The prime consultant responding to the Request for Qualifications (RFQ) shall be a registered professional. The City of Richmond will receive proposals for As-Needed Architectural Services via the City's secure online bidding system. All firms will receive an e-bid confirmation number with a time stamp.
The City is looking for qualified Architectural firms to be available on as-needed basis. The City anticipates projects involving but are not limited to the following: site analysis and investigation, structural analysis, permit coordination, preparation of conceptual and schematic designs, preparation of construction documents for bidding, cost estimating, construction support for gymnasiums, community centers, senior centers, parks, landscaping, fire stations and maintenance yards, as well as other as yet unspecified Public Works related projects. The anticipated total aggregate fee amount for each consultant contract is $500,000. The duration of the contract is anticipated to be three (3) years with a two (2) year extension.
It is the desire of the City to select up to five Architectural firms within a 40 miles City of Richmond radius. It is also the intent of the City to utilize prime and sub consultants located in the City of Richmond to the fullest extent practical. Accordingly, firms proposing to be the prime consultant, which are located outside Richmond are encouraged to subcontract and/or either establish Mentor Protégé relationships, joint ventures or other consulting and contracting arrangements with Richmond-based firms. Refer to the City Local and Small Local Business Enterprise Program for details regarding the minimum participation requirement.
Online Q&A -Yes
Q&A Deadline
03/17/2023 5:00 PM (PST)
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