Design Build for Elevator Cab Modernization Services

The DeKalb County School District (DCSD) is seeking a qualified design‑build firm to modernize elevator cabs at 13 K‑12 school facilities across the county. The scope includes complete design, demolition of existing elevators, installation of new control systems, door operators, hydraulic power units, wiring, security cameras, and related hoist‑way equipment, all to current code and DCSD design guidelines. The contract is a guaranteed‑maximum‑price (GMP) arrangement with an overall construction budget not to exceed $6.8 million and a base design‑build fee of $10,000 per school. The project schedule targets a Notice to Proceed in March 2027 and Substantial Completion by July 2028. Firms must be licensed in Georgia, demonstrate five‑plus years of experience (preferably in K‑12 schools), and provide bonding capacity for the full project value. Mandatory pre‑submittal conference (Oct 20) and site visit (Oct 21) are required; questions are due Nov 4, and qualifications are due Nov 19. Selection will proceed through a scoring matrix, short‑list interviews, and board approval, with award expected February 2027. • Design‑build services for elevator modernization at 13 schools • Full demolition, new equipment installation, code compliance, and integration of Wi‑Fi, security, and card‑reader access • Budget ≤ $6.8 M (construction) + $10 K per school design fee • Schedule: NTP Mar 2027, Substantial Completion Jul 2028 • Mandatory pre‑submittal conference (Oct 20) and site visit (Oct 21) • Required GA licensing, 5‑year experience, bonding capacity for $6.8 M