RFQ Architectural Services: Feise Garage and Canopy

The City of O'Fallon, Missouri, is seeking qualifications from architectural firms to provide professional services for the design and construction of a garage and canopy at the City's Street Department facility. The project includes: 1. A 40' x 50' garage with a 16' roof extension and two 10' x 12' garage doors. 2. A 144' x 30' canopy with lighting, electric for engine block heaters, and heat. The selected firm will be responsible for providing construction plans, specifications, bidding documents, and other related items. The City anticipates the project will start in August 2026. The Request for Qualifications (RFQ) requires firms to submit the following information: 1. Firm description, key personnel, and experience with similar projects. 2. Capacity and capability to perform the work, including specialized services and arrangements with other firms. 3. Past performance, including control of costs, quality of work, and ability to meet schedules. 4. Proximity to and familiarity with the project location. 5. Affidavit of Compliance and E-Verify MOU. The selection process will involve a review committee evaluating the submissions based on the above criteria. The committee will rank the firms and select the most qualified firm to negotiate a contract. The City reserves the right to reject any or all responses, request interviews, or cancel the project. The anticipated schedule is: * April 24, 2026: RFQ issued * May 19, 2026: RFQ submissions due * May 25 - June 15, 2026: Selection committee review and ranking * July 9, 2026: Notice to Proceed * July 30, 2026: Contract approval by City Council The City has provided a sample contract (Attachment B) that will be used for the project, with the term "engineer" replaced with "architect". The contract outlines the scope of work, owner's responsibilities, and engineer's services. Firms interested in submitting a proposal should direct questions to Christine Grabin, Purchasing Agent, at [email protected]. Submissions should be limited to 12 pages and include four paper copies and one PDF on a flash drive.