Walnut Hill Transit Center Design

The contract involves engaging a qualified consultant to provide comprehensive architectural and engineering design services for the development of a new Walnut Hills Transit Center. The scope includes progressing through all phases of design, from schematic to final design, and producing detailed construction documents and specifications. The work will be guided by prior concept development from a location study, although a preferred alternative has not yet been finalized. The consultant will be responsible for civil, architectural, and utility design, incorporating branding elements for the district, as well as staging, sequencing, and traffic management plans to ensure smooth transit operations during construction. Additionally, the consultant will conduct constructability reviews and coordinate schedules to align with the project’s final design and construction phases, ensuring that all aspects of the project are feasible and well-coordinated. The project is solicited under the title "Walnut Hill Transit Center Design" with a solicitation number 067-2024RTPF, posted in April 2024 with a deadline for responses set for late May 2024. It is managed by the Southwest Ohio Regional Transit Authority, an organization operating within Ohio, and the contract is classified under NAICS code 541330, which pertains to engineering services. The procurement emphasizes compliance with standard contractual terms, including adherence to applicable federal and state laws, nondiscrimination policies, ethics, and other legal requirements outlined in the general terms and conditions documents. The primary point of contact for the solicitation is Christina Harvey, who can be reached via email or phone. The contract aims to facilitate a comprehensive design process that ensures the transit center’s functionality, aesthetic appeal, and operational efficiency, supporting the region’s transit infrastructure development.