Description
The City of Atlanta Department of Parks and Recreation is seeking a qualified multidisciplinary team to redevelop the Blue Heron Nature Preserve. The team will be responsible for designing, funding, constructing, and operating a new nature center that enhances environmental education, community engagement, and natural resource stewardship. The nature center should serve as a welcoming gateway to the preserve and become a regional destination for environmental education and urban conservation. The selected team will be evaluated on their technical, operational, and programmatic capability to support the City's goals for sustainable facility development and long-term management.
Some key requirements for the project include:
• Designing and constructing a new nature center or renovating the existing building
• Operating, managing, and maintaining the facility, parking lot, and site improvements
• Providing at least ten free publicly accessible programs per year
• Partnering with the City to host six field trips per year at no cost to the City
• Paying all utilities, maintenance, and operating expenses for the facility, parking lot, and improvements
The City is looking for a team that can provide a comprehensive and well-coordinated solution that ensures effective project delivery and ongoing operational excellence.