2025-RFP-019 Architectural and Engineering Design Services

The City of Forest Park, Georgia, has issued a solicitation for qualified architectural and engineering firms to provide on-call design services for capital improvement and city-related projects, with a contract value estimated between $500,000 and $5,000,000. The procurement follows a competitive sealed proposal process, emphasizing experience, qualifications, and project approach, with proposals due by September 16, 2025. The contract is structured for an initial one-year period with four optional renewal years, allowing the City flexibility to extend services up to five years total. The scope encompasses comprehensive design phases including schematic design, design development, construction documents, bidding assistance, and post-construction services, all adhering to professional standards and local regulations. Proposals must be submitted electronically via the City’s OpenGov portal, accompanied by a separate cost proposal, and must include various certifications, affidavits, and licensing documentation to demonstrate compliance with local, state, and federal requirements. The contractual framework is primarily governed by the City’s ordinances, procurement policies, and diversity programs, with no federal FAR clauses or standard federal contract provisions incorporated. The City emphasizes strict adherence to submission requirements, responsible contractor qualifications, and compliance with local laws, including diversity and small business participation. The evaluation process prioritizes organizational capability, experience, key personnel, service quality, and cost, with potential bonus points for oral presentations. Contract administration responsibilities are assigned to the City’s authorized representative, with oversight of inspections, approvals, and final acceptance, although specific inspection locations and detailed quality standards are not explicitly defined in the available documents. The proposal process requires comprehensive submission of forms, including certifications against debarment, illegal immigration compliance, and business licensing, ensuring that all proposers meet the City’s legal and operational standards for participation.