This is a service / maintenance or supply contract in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Contact the soliciting agency for additional information.

Introduction: The Rio Metro Regional Transit District ("RMRTD") invites individuals and firms ("Offerors") to submit Proposals for a Contract for the work indicated on the title page of this solicitation in accordance with the specifications contained in this Qualifications Based Selection ("QBS") RFP. This QBS RFP contains specific requests for information. The purpose of this procurement is to select one or more individual(s)/firm(s) to serve as Facility Design Consultant and Owner Representative to assist the RMRTD in the design and construction of the New Mexico Rail Runner Express ("Rail Runner") Operations and Maintenance Facility ("OMF"). The RMRTD desires to use a Two-Step Design Build Bridging ("DBB") method to deliver the OMF. Contingent upon RMRTD's satisfaction with the performance of selected Contractor and acceptance of project deliverables under a contract negotiated for services as described in this QBS, the RMRTD may consider extending or renewing the Contract. The Contract, including any extensions or renewals, may not exceed four (4) years in total. This project will be funded in part through federal and state funds. As such, applicable federal and state laws, regulations, and guidelines shall be adhered to by the contractor as part of the contract. Federal and state certifications are required for Submissions to be deemed responsive. Submissions should also include an active SAMS.GOV registration. Do not include pricing, pursuant to the Brooks Act, (40 U.S.C. United States Code, 2012 Edition Title 40 - Public Buildings, Property, and Works Subtitle I - Federal Property and Administrative Services Chapter 11 - Selection of Architects and Engineers), pricing will not be part of the evaluation criteria. This QBS does not commit the RMRTD to enter into a contract and the RMRTD is not responsible for any costs incurred in preparation and submission of Submissions or in anticipation of a contract. The RMRTD reserves the right to: 1. Reject any or all submittals 2. Issue subsequent Requests for Proposals 3. Alter the Selection Process Dates 4. Remedy technical errors in the QBS process 5. Investigate the qualifications of all firms under consideration 6. Confirm any part of the information furnished by a Proposer 7. Obtain additional evidence of managerial, financial or other capabilities 8. Approve or disapprove the use of particular subcontractors 9. Negotiate with any, all, or none of the Proposers 10. Solicit best and final offers from all or some of the Proposers 11. Award a contract to one or more Proposers 12. Accept other than the lowest Submission 13. Waive informalities and irregularities in Submission The purpose of this procurement is to select an individual(s) or firm(s) to assist RMRTD in the design and engineering oversight of the Operations and Maintenance Facility. RMRTD's goal is to ensure an expedient process and the requisite materials to provide a sound basis for the solicitation of a Design Build ("DB") request for qualifications/request for proposals ("RFQ/RFP") for the construction of the OMF and for the oversight of engineering (submittal review, observation, inspections, testing, etc.). RMRTD desires a process that adheres to the agency's schedule and budget requirements and identifies and mitigates construction phase risks to costs, schedule, and finished product. Scope of Work The Scope of Work ("SOW") for this procurement is to assist RMRTD in advancing a DBB method, or acceptable alternative, for the design and construction of the Rail Runner OMF and to serve as Owner Representative during the construction phase. The SOW includes all Facility Design Consultant and Owner Representative (hereafter "Contractor") activities through construction, final acceptance and warranty period. RMRTD anticipates using a Two Step approach to deliver the OMF. The RMRTD has an estimated total budget of approximately $42.5 million for the Project, though this is subject to change. This estimated budget includes all future costs of the Project such as design, engineering, construction, furnishings, construction management and all taxes and fees. The cost of the property is not included in this total. The SOW has two phases. First, RMRTD will issue a work authorization to the Contractor for Facility Design Consultant services for Step One, which includes solicitation of the DB RFQ/RFP and selection of the DB Contractor and continues through the completion of Construction Documents and the authorization for construction. RMRTD anticipates proceeding to Step Two, which includes construction, and issuing a second work authorization to the Contractor for additional and subsequent services as Owner Representative, including engineering services and related activities. The SOW advances the already completed Conceptual Design Report (WSP 2022), which includes a conceptual site and facility plans. Additional completed project activities include the determination of a Categorical Exclusion from the Federal Transit Administration; Phase I and Phase 2 Environmental Site Assessments; geotechnical reports; and advanced stages of property acquisition. These materials can be viewed online. RMRTD's goals for the project are as follows: (a) complete procurement process and recommend a DBB firm for the completion of Step One by March 30, 2025; (b) have completed construction documents and, if determined by RMRTD, proceed to Step Two, construction, by December 30, 2025 (c) Final Acceptance of the OMF by the third quarter of calendar year 2027; (d) meet established cost and budget goals; (e) safe construction of the Project, including ensuring the safety of Rail Runner employees, contractors and the general public, (f) effective community engagement, (g) and minimizing the impacts of construction to the public, stakeholders, ridership, Amtrak, BNSF, NMDOT and other stakeholders. RMRTD will consider the phased implementation of the OMF if required by available funding, schedule or other factors. Question Deadline 09/20/2024 at 12:00 PM MT The RMRTD has designated a Chief Procurement Officer who is responsible for the conduct of this procurement. The Chief Procurement Officer is: Phil Pino, CPO RMRTD Chief Procurement Officer 809 Copper Ave., N.W. Albuquerque, NM 87102 Phone : (505) 724-3634 Fax : (505) 247-1753 E-mail : rfp@mrcog-nm.gov Any inquiries or requests regarding this procurement shall be submitted to the Procurement Officer in writing via email. Evaluation Committee Week of October 7, 2024 Orals (if Necessary) Week of October 21, 2024 Selection of Finalist(s) Week of October 28, 2024 The method of Contractor Selection has not been Determined at this time.