RFQ for Architectural and Engineering Services for Government Services Center and Evidence Storage Facility in Hillsborough, NC

Orange County, North Carolina is procuring qualified architectural and engineering firms to undertake substantial renovations to the John Link Government Services Center and to design and construct a new Sheriff’s Office Evidence Storage Facility. These projects form a key part of the county’s broader Justice Center Space Needs Project, which is focused on bringing critical upgrades and modern efficiencies to its justice-related infrastructure. The updated Government Services Center will become the headquarters for the Orange County Sheriff’s Office, where planned work includes extensive environmental remediation, full modernization of the building, improvements for ADA compliance, enhancements to life safety systems, implementation of energy-efficient design strategies, and an assessment for integrating solar power solutions. In addition to the government center renovations, the contract covers the design and build of a modern 6,000 square foot Evidence Storage Facility co-located with the Orange County Detention Center. This facility will manage evidence intake, processing, and storage while incorporating best practices in security and operational workflows. The contract is expected to begin upon award with milestones and timelines outlined in the proposal. Firms interested in bidding must demonstrate prior experience with the Construction Manager at Risk delivery method and must meet a range of compliance criteria, including participating in E-Verify, holding active business registration in North Carolina, adhering to the county’s living wage policy, and upholding non-discrimination requirements. The estimated contract value is between $5 million and $15 million.