Architectural and Engineering Services for Hernando County Fire Rescue (HCFR) Fire Station Prototype Designs

Hernando County is seeking architectural and engineering services for the development of two new prototype fire stations. The prototypes will be used for the site-adapted construction of all future fire stations for Hernando County Fire Rescue (HCFR). The awarded firm will provide comprehensive design services, including full construction documents, bidding support, and construction monitoring services for each future project utilizing the prototype(s). The scope of work includes prototype development, cost-conscious design, value engineering, constructability, material selection, and energy performance. The selected firm will be required to have experience with similar public safety, fire/rescue, or essential service facilities, and demonstrate a history of delivering cost-effective and constructible public-sector buildings. • Demonstrated experience with similar public safety, fire/rescue, or essential service facilities • Quality and relevance of past projects • Team’s history of delivering cost-effective and constructible public-sector buildings • Relevant individual and sub-consultant credentials and experience • Experience with hard-bid documentation and supporting hard-bid public procurement with minimal change orders • Project management and QA/QC approach, including schedule management, coordination, internal quality assurance, and communication with County stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle