As of September 11, 2024, this project is in the design phase. A timeline for construction has not been established. Full design services associated with Zoowide parking and transportation. The Zoo currently does not have enough parking on high-visitation days. This results in cars parking in grassy areas, unmarked spaces, and at times, on the shoulder of the Connector Rd. With the Asia expansion, the Zoo is expecting an increase in attendance that will further strain existing parking. The goal is to add an additional 1,500 parking spaces to the Zoo through a phased approach. First, a feasibility study is needed to determine the best location for new parking lots. The goal is to start design and construction on first phase parking lots while an overall Master Plan is developed to assess internal traffic flow, tram stops, future development, and renovation of existing parking lots
NC Licensing Statement In order to offer architectural, engineering, or landscape architectural services in response to this solicitation, the proposing firm must be properly licensed to practice Architecture, Engineering, or Landscape Architecture in the State of North Carolina. More information on the North Carolina state boards may be found at the following websites: NC Board of Architecture: NC Board of Examiners for Engineers & Surveyors: NC Board of Landscape Architects In selecting designers, the selection committee should take into consideration qualification information including such factors as: 1. Specialized or appropriate expertise in the type of project. 2. Past performance on similar projects. 3. Adequate staff and proposed design or consultant team for the project. 4. Current workload and State projects awarded. 5. Proposed design approach for the project including design team and consultants. 6. Recent experience with project costs and schedules. 7. Construction administration capabilities. 8. Proximity to and familiarity with the area where the project is located. 9. Record of successfully completed projects without major legal or technical problems. 10. Other factors which may be appropriate for the project. STATE BUILDING COMMISSION - SUBMITTAL CRITERIA Proposing firms must submit THREE (3) copies of the Letter of Interest and THREE (3) copies of your current Standard Form 254 (SF 254) with the information package. The current SF 254 template is located which is the State Building Commission approved form. In the interest of cost-savings to the designers, consistency of the submittals and more efficient use of time by the pre-selection committee, the submitted information package should not include any notebooks, binders, tab, clips, etc. The format should be 8-1/2" x 11" pages stapled in the upper left-hand corner. The Letter of Interest should not exceed ten (10) single-sided pages or five (5) double-sided pages plus the SF 254. E-mail and Fax submittals will not be accepted. The method of Contractor Selection has not been Determined at this time.
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