Renovation of a detention facility in Waynesboro, Georgia. Conceptual plans call for the renovation of a detention facility.

The selected firm will provide, at a minimum, the following services: (Phase 1) 1. Work with the County Manager, the Sheriff's Office, members of the Burke County staff and other county officials to clarify the usage needs for the building. 2. Assist the County with planning & programing for Detention Facilities. 3. Develop design drawings, initial construction specifications and cost estimates for approval by the Burke County Commission. (Phase 2) 1. Upon notification that funds are available, prepare final construction documents, drawings, and specifications for approval by the County Commission. The documents will meet all legal requirements, regulations, and professional standards for public buildings, especially emergency operations facilities. 2. Assist county officials in preparing bidding documents, evaluating bids by contractors, and preparing construction contracts. 3. Provide assistance in administering the construction contract by visiting the site on a mutually determined schedule to review the progress and quality of work. Determine the amounts owed to the contractor as the work progresses and certify payments. Questions about the responses to the Request for Proposal should be directed to: Merv Waldrop, Burke County Manager Burke County Commissioners Office PO Box 89 602 Liberty Street Waynesboro, Georgia 30830 706-554-2324 merv.waldrop@burkecounty-ga.gov The County desires to contract with a highly qualified architect to develop initial drawings, preliminary specifications for renovation of an existing County Detention Facility, and cost estimates. Standard contracts, with modifications, will be used and architects are required to submit evidence that they are properly licensed and insured. Burke County reserves the right to accept or reject any proposal. The method of Contractor Selection has not been Determined at this time.