22-51 Design Services for the Western Region Resiliency Center HMGP 4399-133-R

Bid Number:22-51 Bid Title:22-51 Design Services for the Western Region Resiliency Center HMGP 4399-133-R Category:Professional ServicesStatus:Open Description: Bay County is seeking statements of qualifications from firms to provide Architectural and Engineering (A&E) services for the design of the Western Region Resiliency Center (“the Center”). The scope of work includes but is not limited to design of an approximately 100,000 square feet Resiliency Center above code to withstand winds of 200 m.p.h. and supporting exterior improvements. The building should also be elevated to protect against the 500-year flood event. The project involves design of a multipurpose events facility plus exterior site improvements. The Center is planned to serve a number of the community’s unmet needs during normal times (Blue Skies) and during times of crisis (Gray Skies). This combination of use helps ensure the facility will be a game-changing asset as the community continues to grow and

diversify its economy as well as respond to, and recover from, future storm events. Outside of disaster events, the facility will function as an indoor sports complex and conference center. Awarded firm may be required to work in conjunction with a separate firm that may be designing a 17,000 square foot building within the Sports Complex located at 50 Chip Seal Parkway, Panama City Beach, FL 32407. Portions of this project may be reimbursed by the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) DR-4399-133-R, as approved by the Florida Division of Emergency Management (Division) and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). Funding for the project made possible through these grants is contingent on strict conformance to guidelines set forth by FDEM and FEMA. Respondents will comply with the Federal Regulations Contract Requirements shown at Exhibit 2. The Sub-Recipient (County) shall hire an Architectural/Engineering Firm or Individual to conduct Phase I (Design) and Phase II (Construction Engineering) of this project. Phase I Design shall include but is not limited to preliminary engineering designs, calculations, and specifications, surveys, permitting, and notices for the proposed project, for Phase II approval. Phase II Construction Engineering shall include but not be limited to submittal review and approval, assistance in responding to contractor RFIs during bid advertisement and construction, and performing site visits on an as-needed basis to observe construction activity and conformance with contract plans and specifications and applicable permit conditions. All work shall be completed in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and codes. All Architectural and Engineering work must be completed within 240 calendar days of Notice to Proceed.SUBMITTAL DEADLINE/DELIVERY SEALED PROPOSALS for RFQ NO: 22-51 Design Services for the Western Region Resiliency Center HMGP 4399-133-R will be received by the BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF BAY COUNTY, FLORIDA at the Purchasing Department, 840 West 11th Street, Suite 2500, Panama City, Florida 32401 up until 2:00 PM (CDT) Monday, July 11, 2022. Proposals will be publicly opened immediately following the deadline. It is the sole responsibility of the Respondent to ensure that the Proposal is received on time. Each Proposal shall be delivered to the Board of County Commissioners Purchasing Department, at 840 W. 11th Street, Suite 2500, Panama City, Florida 32401, no later than the Proposal deadline. Special Accommodation: Any person requiring a special accommodation at a Pre-Submittal Conference or Submittal opening because of a disability should call the Purchasing Department at (850) 248-8270 at least five (5) workdays prior to the Submittal opening. For Hearing Impaired, Dial 1-800-955-8771 (TOO), and 1-800-955-8770 (Voice). Publication Date/Time: 6/10/2022 12:00 AM Publication Information: Bullet 06/10/2022 Closing Date/Time: 7/18/2022 2:00 PM Submittal Information: one (1) original, three (3) copies and one (1) electronic (USB) Addendum Date/Time: #1 06/13/2022 Contact Person: The County Purchasing Department will be the only point of contact for this RFQ. Under no circumstances may a Respondent contact any County Commissioner, County Administrator, or County employee concerning this RFQ until after award. Any such contact may result in disqualification as per Bay County Code Section 2-124. Respondents, their agents, or associates shall refrain from contacting or soliciting any members, directors, or staff of the County Board of County Commissioners (BCC), or the Bay County Tourist Development Council (TDC), directly or indirectly, regarding this RFQ during the ranking, selection and negotiation process. Failure to comply with this provision may result in the disqualification of the respondent. Proposers shall submit all questions, in writing, to the Purchasing Department at Purchasing@baycountyfl.gov or FAX to (850) 248-8276. All questions shall be submitted no later than 5:00 pm (CDT) Monday, July 11, 2022. Plan & Spec Available: Electronic versions of the solicitation documents are available via the Purchasing Department's Web Page https://www.baycountyfl.gov/169/Purchasing •Current Solicitations •Select Solicitation •View Documents (at bottom of screen) •Enter Company Name, Contact Name, Phone Number and Email Address o By registering, you will be placed on the plan-holders list for the solicitation. This list is used for communications from the County to prospective respondents. •Links to the documents will be available in the Related Documents sectionSolicitation documents may also be obtained from the Bay County Purchasing Department, 840 West 11th Street, Suite 2500, Panama City, FL 32401.For those projects with separate plans, blueprints, or other materials that cannot be accessed through the internet, the Purchasing Department will make a good faith effort to ensure that all registered respondents (those who have been registered as receiving a solicitation package) receive the documents. Business Hours: 8 am - 5 pm Mon - Fri Fax Number: 850-248-8276 Plan Holders List: By registering, you will be placed on the plan-holders list for the solicitation. This list is used for communications from the County to prospective respondents. Qualifications: All firms, to include sub-consultants, shall be State of Florida licensed professionals. Architect and Engineering firms shall be Florida licensed firms. Architects shall hold a Florida Professional Architect license. Engineers shall hold a Florida Professional Engineer’s license. Surveyors shall hold a Professional Land Surveyor’s License. All professional services to be provided under the awarded contract shall be performed by Professionals licensed to practice in the State of Florida and in strict compliance with the Consultant’s Competitive Negotiation Act, 287.055 F.S. (CCNA). Consultants providing services under this contract shall at all times be knowledgeable of the limiting thresholds of the CCNA statutes and shall ensure that full compliance therewith is maintained at all times. Miscellaneous: Estimated budget $2,000,000.00 Related Documents: View Document(s) Return To Main Bid Postings Page