Renovation of a conference / convention center in Columbus, Ohio. Working plans call for the renovation of a conference / convention center.

“The owner has selected a Design Builder. The Franklin County Convention Facilities Authority (the "FCCFA") is seeking submittals of qualifications from architectural/engineering firms interested in providing design and engineering services for the replacement of the Greater Columbus Convention Center's ("GCCC") North Facility Roof. The FCCFA is seeking firms that have extensive experience overseeing the engineering, design, and construction of roof replacement projects similar in size and scope to the one described within this request for qualifications. Following a successful roof replacement project at Nationwide Arena, the FCCFA is particularly interested in the use of a liquid applied roofing membrane for this project. The liquid applied membrane will reduce the need for significant tear-off and thus minimize impact on GCCC operations. The selected firm shall consider solutions capable of imitating the current roof Colors and design aesthetic. The FCCFA is also interested in opportunities for energy efficiency improvements, including the potential for roof-top solar. The FCCFA anticipates that the roof replacement project will be phased over a period of 2 years commencing in May 2026. To enable the FCCFA to efficiently evaluate the submittals, Respondents should prepare their submittal on 8.5 x 11 paper utilizing the general format guidelines described below. Please feel free to include other materials, such as covers, table of contents, transmittal letters, appendices, brochures, etc., at your discretion. Question Deadline 10/03/2025 - Questions regarding this RFQ must be submitted in writing to Jordan Edmonds at jedmonds@fccfa.org. Responses to all questions submitted before the deadline will be distributed to Respondents on record that have received a copy of this RFQ. Responses to questions will be distributed on or before October 7, 2025. FCCFA's Best Interest - the FCCFA reserves the sole right to (1) evaluate the qualifications submitted; (2) waive any irregularities therein; (3) select candidates for the submittal of more detailed qualifications; (4) accept any submittal or portion of a submittal; and/or (5) reject any or all responses to the RFQ, should it be deemed in the FCCFA's best interest to do so. This RFQ is not intended to be an offer, contract, obligation, or commitment of any kind. The FCCFA reserves the right to select one or more firm(s) depending upon the qualifications submitted and the requirements for the project. Evaluation will be made by members of the FCCFA staff with the FCCFA Board providing final approval. SCOPE OF SERVICES The scope of services requested through this RFQ will be for the comprehensive completion of all design/engineering documents and services needed to complete the roof replacement project as described herein. Services will include but not be limited to:Programming & Schematic Design Services - in the schematic deigns/engineering phase the firm shall provide those services necessary to solidify the program and prepare documents consisting of drawings illustrating the general scope, scale, function, and relationship of project components for approval by the FCCFA. The firm shall complete any engineering/design studies needed to support the proposed schematic design. o Engineering/Design Development Services - in the design/engineering development phase the firm shall provide those services necessary to prepare from the approved schematic design documents, drawings, and other documents detailing the size and character of the entire project, including architectural, structural, and mechanical and electrical systems, materials and such other elements as may be appropriate. The firm will assist with the development of cost estimates associated with the design and engineering documents as presented. o Construction Document Services - in the construction documents phase, the design team shall provide those services necessary to prepare all construction documents consisting of drawings, specifications and other documents setting forth in detail the requirements for construction of the project. The firm shall also be required to prepare all documents needed to bid and contract for the construction of the project. o Construction Contract Administration Services - the firm shall provide those services necessary for the administration of the construction contract. The firm will help oversee the implementation of the project and ensure that the project is constructed in a manner that meets all design/engineering specifications and requirements. The firm shall review the progress of work and assist the FCCFA in evaluating the work of contractors.