A/E MEP & Commissioning

This contract establishes an open‑ended, multiple‑award master agreement for Architectural/Engineering (A/E) services focused on Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing (MEP) and commissioning for Fauquier County Government and its public schools. The County may issue individual purchase orders—either lump‑sum or hourly‑rate—up to $150,000 each, with a total contract ceiling of $500,000. Four qualified firms compete for each project‑specific order, and the agreement includes detailed hourly rate schedules, reimbursable expense rates, and change‑order limits. Key points include: • Open‑ended A/E services (MEP & commissioning) with both lump‑sum and time‑and‑materials ordering options. • Four awardees: Shaffer, Wilson, Sarver & Gray; Thompson Consulting; Strickler Associates Ltd.; Chinook Systems, Inc. • Financial caps: $150 K per PO, $500 K aggregate; change‑order price increase limited to 25 % or $50 K without Board approval. • Contract term runs Oct 17 2024 – Oct 30 2027 with up to four optional one‑year renewals; renewal negotiations start ~90 days before term end.