Design-Build Services for Public Safety Facility and Training Enhancements

Johnston Community College in North Carolina has issued a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) seeking qualified design-build teams to undertake the construction of a new Public Safety Classroom Building, a Multi-Story Conex Shooting Platform, and an Obstacle Course. The project aims to enhance the college’s public safety training facilities and is expected to have a total contract value ranging from $3 million to $5 million. The RFQ was posted on January 31, 2025, with a deadline for responses set for February 17, 2025. The solicitation falls under NAICS code 541310, indicating a focus on architectural and engineering services, and is managed by Johnston Community College as part of North Carolina’s State and Local Government (SLED) procurement process. Interested firms are encouraged to review the detailed solicitation information available through the provided online link. The project emphasizes a design-build approach, requiring integrated teams capable of delivering comprehensive construction and design services for multiple training structures that will serve public safety training programs. The contract’s scope and specifications highlight a significant investment in training infrastructure, with the goal of improving safety education and practical training capabilities at the college.