Description
This solicitation seeks a qualified design‑build firm to deliver complete architectural, engineering, pre‑construction, and construction services for a new Cuyahoga County Corrections Center. The project will replace existing jail facilities, require compliance with state correctional standards, achieve at least LEED Silver certification, and accommodate a capacity of 1,600–2,400 beds with full direct‑supervision operations. The county requires a minimum of three recent correction‑facility design‑build or construction projects, and the architect‑of‑record must also demonstrate relevant experience. The procurement follows a two‑stage process: an RFQ qualification phase (due Oct 21 2021) followed by an RFP (issued Oct 25 2021) and final award (expected Nov 22 2021). The contract will be a fixed‑price, design‑build arrangement with a Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) that cannot exceed the county’s budget line item. Diversity goals and small‑business certification requirements apply.
• Scope: Full design‑build (schematic design, GMP documents, construction documents, construction management).
• Eligibility: Minimum three correction‑facility projects in past 10 years; SBE‑certified firms only.
• Timeline: RFQ due Oct 21 2021 → RFP Oct 25 2021 → Proposals due Nov 9 2021 → Interviews week of Nov 15 2021 → Award Nov 22 2021.
• Contract Type: Fixed‑price design‑build with GMP; performance and payment bonds required.
• Evaluation: Experience, staff qualifications, methodology, conflict‑of‑interest, geographic preference, and compliance.