Constructing dormitories and classrooms at IMMS’s Center for Marine Education and Research

The Institute for Marine Mammal Studies is seeking architectural and engineering services for the construction of dormitories and classrooms at their Center for Marine Education and Research in Gulfport, MS. The selected firm will provide complete architectural and engineering services, including design, permitting, construction administration, and inspection. The project aims to enhance opportunities for marine education, research, conservation, and natural resource stewardship in the Gulf Coast Region. Key services required include: • Complete architectural design for construction • Permitting • Preparation of an Opinion of Probable Cost and subsequent updates • Preparation of Plans, Specifications, Contract Documents to bid the project • Evaluation of substitutes and “or-equal” items • Attending the Bid Opening • Bid review, bid tabulation, and recommendation of Contractor to Owner • Review and approval of Contractor Invoices/Applications for Payment • Review and preparation of Change Orders/Work Change Directives • Review of Shop Drawings • Record drawings be provided to the owner • Certification that the project was constructed according to the approved plans, specifications, and contract documents • Resident Inspection Services The project may be paid for in whole or in part with grant funding from the RESTORE Council and the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality.