RFP Architectural and Engineering Services Administration Building Renovations Advanced Water Treatment Facility (AWTF)

Capital Region Water is soliciting proposals for architectural and engineering services to renovate the administrative and laboratory facility at the Advanced Water Treatment Facility in Pennsylvania. The project focuses on improving building functionality, operational efficiency, and code compliance through the replacement of window and curtain wall systems, masonry restoration, and the construction of an ADA-compliant entrance and canopy. The scope includes modernizing office and laboratory support areas and upgrading mechanical, electrical, plumbing, structural, and life safety systems. The selected consultant will be responsible for evaluating existing conditions, developing design packages at 30, 60, and 90 percent completion, obtaining permits, and providing construction administration services. This is a time and materials not-to-exceed contract with a substantial completion deadline of 180 days following the issuance of the contract. Proposals must be submitted via the OpenGov eProcurement Portal by November 23, 2026, and must be split into a technical response and a separate cost proposal. Evaluation is based on the content and responsiveness of the proposal, specifically regarding the project team and experience. Key requirements include maintaining minimum insurance coverage, adhering to non-discrimination and minority recruitment policies, and providing deliverables in AutoCAD, Revit, PDF, and Microsoft Office formats. All invoices are subject to NET 30 day terms and must be processed through the agency's standard accounts payable system.