Architectural and Engineering Services Lions Park Redevelopment

The City of Kingsland, Georgia, is seeking qualified firms to provide comprehensive architectural and engineering services for the phased redevelopment of Lions Park, including reconstruction of ball fields, grading, drainage improvements, lighting, irrigation, ADA compliance, and upgrades to park amenities. The project involves planning, design, permitting, preparation of construction documents, bidding assistance, and construction administration, with work staged to align with funding and community priorities. The contract is estimated between $500,000 and $2,000,000, and proposals are due by October 21, 2025, with the award anticipated shortly thereafter. The procurement process emphasizes qualifications, relevant experience, project approach, schedule management, references, and fee structure, with a focus on best value. The selected firm must be licensed in Georgia, demonstrate experience with similar projects, and comply with applicable laws including E-Verify, Georgia immigration statutes, and ADA standards. Insurance and bonding requirements are specified, including general liability, professional liability, workers’ compensation, and automobile coverage, along with bid, performance, and payment bonds. The contract emphasizes adherence to Georgia state laws and local ordinances governing procurement, with the City reserving rights to reject proposals, modify terms, and negotiate contract details. While the scope of work includes detailed deliverables such as site assessments, master planning, design development, and construction oversight, no specific line-item pricing or detailed cost breakdowns are provided in the solicitation. The project will be executed in phases, but no explicit schedule or performance period is outlined beyond the proposal deadlines. The City will oversee inspections and final acceptance, primarily through site visits, shop drawing reviews, and certification of completion, with no detailed inspection location or criteria specified. Proposal submissions must be sealed and marked clearly, with questions due by October 10, 2025; no electronic or multi-volume submission requirements are specified. Overall, the procurement emphasizes compliance, experience, and project understanding, with the City maintaining flexibility to modify or reject proposals to serve its best interests.