Site work and new construction of a mixed-use development in Aledo, Illinois. Design plans call for the construction of a swimming pool; and for site work for a swimming pool.

As of April 22, 2024, per owner the design team was awarded and have begun their design work. The City of Aledo, Illinois is seeking statements of qualifications for architectural and engineering services related to the design, permitting, bidding, and construction of the Aledo Family Aquatic Center, a new aquatic center to be located on Southeast 3rd Street in Aledo. Interested, qualified firms should submit a Statement of Qualification containing an introduction, and information relating to the firm's background, experience, qualification, project approach, and project schedule, as more fully set forth in the Request for Statements of Qualification, which is available from the Aledo City Clerk. The Responses will be reviewed by an evaluation team comprised of City officials. In accordance with the Local Government Professional Services Selection Act, respondents will be evaluated on a qualifications-based selection process. All responses and interviews will be evaluated and ranked with the highest rated firm being requested to negotiate a contract for the Project. The Aledo Aquatics Center will be an accessible, family-friendly community resource on a 2.28-acre site near Historic Downtown Aledo, with the goal of becoming a regional attraction that creates economic opportunity and highlights Downtown Aledo as a place for residents and visitors to find adventure and wellness activities. The Project will include, but is not necessarily limited to, a bathhouse with open-air canopy, zero-depth entry pool, splash pad, infrastructure for pool systems, pool deck, concession area, landscaping/fencing, and parking. Depictions of the proposed Project are set forth The scopes of services that the architect/engineering consultant (the "Firm") must be prepared and qualified to provide are anticipated to include services related to design, permitting, bidding, and construction of the Project. The detailed scope of services will be negotiated at the time of contract development. Responses to this RFQ should be emailed to cityclerk@aledo.gov, or mailed or hand-delivered to the City Clerk, at City Hall at 120 N. College Ave., Aledo, IL 61231. If mailed, the Respondent must ensure delivery on or before the delivery date and time provided herein. Questions concerning this Request for Statements of Qualification should be addressed to Jarod Dale, City Clerk, by email at cityclerk@aledo.gov.