RFQ. 24-0075-7 - Request for Pre-Qualification for the Multi-Agency Public Safety Facility

Chatham County is seeking construction services through a two-step bidding process utilizing a best value evaluation approach for a comprehensive Multi-Agency Public Safety Facility. The project encompasses an approximately 84,835 square foot hardened facility designed to serve as a critical infrastructure for Emergency Operations, 911 Communications, and the Savannah Airport Police Department. The facility is engineered to withstand extreme wind loads of up to 190 mph gusts and missile impacts comparable to Category E standards, ensuring resilience against severe weather and ballistic threats. In addition to the main building, the scope includes a hardened equipment enclosure, multiple site pavilions, police sallyports, mobile command vehicle areas, and various site improvements, notably elevating the site to meet strict flood surge requirements. The primary structure will feature tilt-wall construction with a steel framework, and the project aims for LEED certification, emphasizing sustainable building practices. The solicitation, identified as RFQ 24-0075-7, was posted on May 22, 2024, with a response deadline of June 11, 2024. The project is valued between 50 and 80 million dollars and is managed by the Georgia Department of Administrative Services, with the primary point of contact being Robin Maurer. The project’s scope highlights high standards for durability, security, and environmental sustainability, reflecting the critical nature of the facility for public safety operations. Interested contractors are encouraged to review the detailed solicitation information through the provided online link to prepare their pre-qualification submissions accordingly.