Description
The DeKalb County School District (DCSD) is seeking a qualified design‑build firm to modernize elevator cabs at 13 K‑12 school facilities across DeKalb County, GA. The effort includes complete design, demolition of existing equipment, installation of new control systems, door operators, power units, wiring, security cameras, and related hoistway components, all compliant with state and federal codes. The contract will be awarded on a guaranteed‑maximum‑price basis, with an overall budget not to exceed $6.8 million. The schedule calls for a notice to proceed in March 2027 and substantial completion by July 2028. A mandatory pre‑submittal conference (Oct 20) and site visit (Oct 21) are required, and questions must be submitted by Nov 4. Submissions are due Nov 19, 2026.
• Scope: Full design‑build of elevator cab modernization (control, doors, power, wiring, security, hoistway) for 13 schools.
• Budget: ≤ $6.8 M total; $10 k per school as initial award, GMP to be submitted later.
• Schedule: Opens Oct 1, 2026 → Pre‑submittal Oct 20 → Site visit Oct 21 → Questions due Nov 4 → Submission due Nov 19 → Award Feb 2027 → Notice to Proceed Mar 2027 → Substantial Completion Jul 2028.
• Mandatory participation in pre‑submittal conference and site visit.
• Required qualifications: GA business registration, general contractor license, 5‑year operating history, bonding capacity for $6.8 M, experience with K‑12 school projects.
• Evaluation based on past related work, staff qualifications, project approach, and financial strength.