Description
The West Barnstable Fire District is seeking a qualified architectural and engineering firm to provide professional services for a feasibility study for the renovation of the existing West Barnstable Fire Station and the potential design of an addition to the facility. The selected firm will evaluate the existing fire station's structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and code compliance conditions, assess operational needs, develop conceptual design alternatives, provide detailed cost estimates, and recommend a preferred design option. The firm must have prior experience with public safety buildings, be a Massachusetts-registered architectural firm, and demonstrate familiarity with Massachusetts public procurement and building codes. The total design fee is estimated to be less than $150,000.
Key points to consider:
• The project is being conducted in accordance with the Massachusetts Designer Selection Law
• The firm must submit five printed copies and one electronic PDF of the required documents
• The evaluation criteria include relevant experience, quality and depth of past work, qualifications of key personnel, understanding of the project scope, and capacity to complete work in a timely manner
• A shortlist of at least three firms will be ranked, and fee negotiations will begin with the top-ranked firm
• The Feasibility Study must be completed by the March West Barnstable Prudential Committee Board meeting