Description
The Hermansville Housing Commission (HHC) is seeking qualified Architectural & Engineering (A&E) firms to provide design, specification development, procurement assistance, and construction administration for an emergency lead‑soldered copper pipe removal and replacement with commercial‑grade PEX‑A water distribution systems at the Golden Shores Apartments. The project covers 24 occupied residential units and includes hydraulic load calculations, stamped engineering schematics, preparation of HUD‑ready bid documents, technical evaluation of contractor proposals, on‑site inspections, hydrostatic testing, and final close‑out certification. Firms must submit a full qualifications package (three hard copies + one electronic copy) by November 13, 2026, 2:00 PM CT and must not include any pricing information. Evaluation will be based on specialized experience, past performance, key personnel, and project understanding.
• Scope: full A&E services for lead‑pipe remediation and potable water system replacement (design, specs, procurement support, construction admin).
• Deliverables: engineered drawings, hydraulic calculations, HUD‑compliant bid documents, contractor evaluation, milestone inspections, pressure testing, AWWA disinfection certification, draw‑down approvals, final close‑out.
• Required qualifications: licensed A&E firm, experience with lead abatement, HUD/PHA projects, Davis‑Bacon compliance, qualified key personnel.
• Submission: 3 hard copies + 1 USB, include Letter of Interest, SF‑330, personnel resumes, 3 references, HUD Section 3 acknowledgment; no cost proposals.
• Evaluation: QBS process (technical merit only), highest‑ranked firm negotiates a fixed‑fee contract.