DNR - Fallen Firefighter Memorial - Olympia

The contract pertains to architectural and design services for the Fallen Firefighter Memorial in Olympia, Washington, issued by the Washington Department of Enterprise Services (DES). The solicitation, numbered 2025-583, was posted on August 20, 2025, with a submission deadline of September 10, 2025. The project aims to honor nearly 300 fallen firefighters, providing space for future names and supporting annual ceremonies, with a maximum contract value of $500,000. The scope includes conceptual through construction administration design, landscape integration, public art, sustainable features, and electrical lighting, emphasizing stakeholder collaboration, historical sensitivity, and compliance with state standards. Interested firms must submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) via the DES Euna Procurement portal, adhering to a 15-page content limit, excluding covers and certain forms, with all submittals due electronically before the deadline. The procurement process involves a two-phase evaluation: initial scoring of qualifications, relevant experience, past performance, project approach, and diversity strategies, followed by oral interviews. The selection is based on a trade-off methodology, prioritizing overall qualifications over price, with the most highly qualified firm advancing to negotiations. Key evaluation factors include team expertise, project management capabilities, and diversity inclusion plans, which are mandatory and must meet specific aspirational goals for minority, women, veteran, and small business participation. The contract will be governed by the State of Washington’s standard engineering and architectural agreement, with fee negotiations guided by state OFM guidelines. Administrative contacts include William Sawyer and Ryan Grimes, with all communications and submissions managed through the DES procurement portal. The contract documents do not specify federal FAR clauses, inspection or acceptance procedures, or detailed cost breakdowns, focusing instead on qualifications, project scope, and administrative compliance.