Professional Landscape Architectural Service for Joaquin Murrieta Park Project

The City of Tucson has awarded a contract to Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. for professional landscape architectural services for the Joaquin Murrieta Park Project. The project aims to redevelop the 43-acre park, which includes athletic fields, ramadas, playgrounds, and other facilities. The scope of work includes preliminary design, site analysis, design development, construction documents, and construction administration. The contract requires the vendor to provide services on an as-needed basis and to meet strict deadlines. The City of Tucson has allocated over $10.8 million in funding for the project, which is part of the Parks and Connections Bond. Key features of the project include the development of slow-pitch softball fields, fast-pitch softball fields, little league baseball fields, and a full-size baseball field, as well as the construction of a concession/restroom building, a soccer field, and a covered basketball court. The project also includes the installation of accessible walkways, pedestrian and bicycle connections, and a new pool building with restrooms and changing rooms. The vendor is required to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act and to design the project with energy and water efficiency in mind. Some of the key services that the vendor will provide include: • Preliminary design and site analysis • Design development and construction documents • Construction administration and project management • Coordination with City departments and stakeholders • Compliance with City codes and regulations • Preparation of as-built drawings and project close-out documents