RFP EMS 2026-0715 Professional Design Services EMS HeadQuarters

The Corporation of the County of Essex is soliciting professional architectural and engineering design services for the construction of a new Essex Windsor Emergency Medical Services (EWEMS) Headquarters. The scope of work includes determining building area and space requirements, providing multidisciplinary design services across architectural, structural, civil, mechanical, electrical, and landscape architectural disciplines, and providing contract administration and inspection services. The project is being awarded to the preferred proponent based on a combined technical and financial score, with technical evaluation focusing on demonstrated knowledge, experience, and key personnel. The contract is structured as a lump sum agreement with monthly invoicing and a payment term of thirty days. Proponents must meet stringent insurance requirements, including 5 million dollars in general insurance, 3 million dollars in professional liability and errors and omissions insurance, and 2 million dollars in automobile insurance. Key administrative details include a maximum proposal limit of 80 pages, a requirement for relevant project experience within a ten-year window, and a submission process conducted exclusively through the bids and tenders portal. The contract remains effective until the completion of services to the satisfaction of the County, with a focus on industry-standard quality and general conformity with contract documents.