Demolition, site work, renovation and addition to an educational facility in Bridgeport, Connecticut. Design plans call for the renovation of a 89,508-square-foot educational facility; for the addition of a 27,000-square-foot educational facility; for the demolition of a educational facility; and for site work for a educational facility.

As of August 1, 2024, a design firm has been selected. There is no firm timeline for construction yet. *The closed solicitation has been included below for reference: CITY OF BRIDGEPORT REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS ARCHITECTURAL/ENGINEERING SERVICES BID # COX03224B For RENOVATE TO NEW JOHN WINTHROP ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bridgeport, Connecticut The City of Bridgeport School Building Committee is seeking Consultants to provide architectural and engineering services for the planning, design and construction administration of the renovation of the 89,508 sq. ft. John Winthrop Elementary School. Also included in the project will be a 27,000 sq. ft. addition for the Skane Center. The first phase of construction which includes abatement and demolition activities will begin in June 2025. Review of submissions based on the following Selection Criteria will be used to subsequently select a firm for this project. The following items will be considered during review of submittals by a committee consisting of the Director of Construction Management Services, City Engineer, Director Office of Planning and Economic Development, City Council Member, Board of Education Member and Board of Education Facilities Member.: 1. Specialized Experience and Technical Competence (40 points) 2. Professional Qualifications (40 points) 3. Capacity of the Firm (5 points) 4. Knowledge of the Locality (5 points) 5. Small Business Enterprises (up to 10 points) The City of Bridgeport is an equal opportunity employer and small, minority and women owned businesses are encouraged to respond. QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS ABOUT RFQ. It is the responsibility of the firm to inquire about additional information or clarification as to any aspect of the RFQ by submitting questions. Questions and their answers will be received until 5:00 p.m. on November 13, 2023and will promptly be made available online. As of April 30, 2024, the project is currently under evaluation stage. An issuance of draft request for qualification to short-listed firms has not been released. The design firm selection timeline has not been established. Further details regarding design completion, tentative bid schedule for contractors, construction, and completion timelines have not been determined.