Description
The City of Marion is seeking a qualified engineering/consulting firm to design a comprehensive, city‑wide wayfinding signage system to be implemented in phased installments over a five‑year period. The scope includes preliminary surveys, right‑of‑way/easement analysis, development of preliminary and final design plans, construction‑administration support, and coordination with multiple city departments and external stakeholders. The contract is structured as an hourly‑rate design service with a five‑year term and annual funding allocations for construction.
• Design‑engineering services covering civil, structural, electrical, and graphic design for monument and pole‑mounted signs.
• Survey, easement documentation, and permitting support for each phase.
• Ongoing construction‑administration assistance, including shop‑drawing review and on‑site coordination.
• Required compliance with AIA Consensus Docs, Iowa SUDAS, MUTCD, and local design standards.
• Multi‑year phased implementation with annual construction budgets ranging from $150k‑$250k.