Temple Beth El Memorial Park

The contract involves the construction of the Temple Beth El Memorial Park and a stormwater retention facility at 501 Valley Drive in Dalton, Georgia. The City of Dalton has issued a formal Request for Proposals to solicit qualified contractors capable of delivering a creative and well-executed project within specified parameters. The procurement process emphasizes a numerically scored evaluation system that considers price, project timeline, proposal quality, and contractor reputation, encouraging innovative problem-solving approaches. Contractors are required to submit detailed proposals by November 20, 2025, following a mandatory pre-proposal meeting scheduled for November 3, 2025, at the Public Works Office. The project budget ranges from $500,000 to $2 million, and proposers must comply with state laws, including the Georgia Security and Immigration Compliance Act, providing notarized affidavits verifying their compliance. The RFP documentation, which includes specifications, bid requirements, and evaluation criteria, is publicly accessible at the City of Dalton’s Public Works Department. The process mandates submission of bid bonds and adherence to legal requirements such as the E-Verify system. The City reserves the right to reject or negotiate proposals and emphasizes transparency through public inspection of contract documents. The project aims to create a memorial park that aligns with community and environmental standards, with the City of Dalton acting as the contracting authority, and Jackson Sheppard serving as the primary contact for inquiries. The solicitation was posted on October 17, 2025, with a response deadline of November 20, 2025, and the entire process is structured to ensure competitive, fair, and compliant bidding.