Stephen O’Connell Center Renovation and Addition
NOTICE TO PROFESSIONAL CONSULTANTS:
The University of Florida Athletic Association and the Board of Trustees announces that Professional Services in the discipline of engineering will be required for the project listed below:
Project: UF-392, Stephen O’Connell Center Renovation and Addition, (Gainesville, FL)
The project consists of renovation and addition of Stephen O’Connell Center located on University of Florida main campus. The project will renovate the existing building and add 8000 square feet of new space and a new central and prominent main entrance that will provide a vibrant first impression. The project will; 1) Create an interior environment that will enhance the experience of events in the Stephen O’Connell Center. 2) Enhance the Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing systems in the arena to provide a better fan experience and reduce energy consumption. 3) And provide multiple levels of premium spaces.
Fan amenity inside the Stephen O’Connell Center will be core of this improvement to offer patrons a completely new experience and atmosphere for every type of event hosted in the Stephen O’Connell Center.
The estimated construction budget is approximately $37,892,000 including demolition, site improvement, utilities, MEP, Fir protection, and telecommunication improvement. The project will be delivered using the Construction Manager At-Risk method with the anticipated completion date of December 5, 2015. Gold LEED, V4 (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certification by the U.S. Green Building Council is mandatory.
The selected firm will provide program verification, design, Life Cycle Cost Analysis, energy modeling, construction documents and construction administration services for the referenced project. Plans and specifications for University of Florida projects are subject to reuse in accordance with the provisions of Section 287.055, Florida Statutes.
Blanket design professional liability insurance in the amount of $5,000,000 will be required from the engineering firm for this project and will be provided as a part of Basic Services.
Applicants will be evaluated on the basis of their past performance, experience, personnel, design ability, references, workload, and responses to questions posed both in the shortlist and interview phases. The Selection Committee may reject all proposals and stop the selection process at any time.
At the time of application, the applicant and any engineering consultants must possess current design licenses from the appropriate governing board and be properly registered to practice its profession in the State of Florida.
The selected engineering team will be under the contract of the Architect and will be negotiated, coordinated and billed through as a consultant to the UF selected Architect.
Applicants desiring to provide professional services for the project shall submit a proposal only after thoroughly reviewing the facilities program, Project Fact Sheet, and other background information. The proposal shall be prepared as specified in the PQS Instructions and shall include:
1. A Letter of Application that concisely illustrates the applicant’s understanding of the scope of services, design intent, schedule, and other goals and considerations as outlined in the Project Fact Sheet and facilities program.
2. A completed, project-specific "Professional Qualifications Supplement” (PQS) proposal with signed certification. Applications on any other form will not be considered.
3. Resumes, LEED accreditation, and other pertinent credentials for all proposed staff (applicant and consultants).
4. Copies of current licenses for applicant firm and all engineering consultant firms from the appropriate governing board.
5. Proof of the applicant’s and any engineering consultants’ ability to be insured for $5,000,000 of professional liability coverage demanded for this project.
As required by Section 287.133, Florida Statutes, an applicant may not submit a proposal for this project if it is on the convicted vendor list for a public entity crime committed within the past 36 months. The selected professional must warrant that it will neither utilize the services of, nor contract with, any supplier, subcontractor, or consultant in excess of $15,000.00 in connection with this project for a period of 36 months from the date of their being placed on the convicted vendor list.
Incomplete proposals will be disqualified. Submittal materials will not be returned.
Additional information to assist the applicant in preparing a complete proposal – including the project-specific PQS forms, instructions, Project Fact Sheet, facilities program, UF Design Services Guide, UF Design and Construction Standards, standard University of Florida Owner-Professional agreement, and other project and process information – can be found on the Facilities Planning & Construction website.
Finalists may be provided with supplemental interview requirements and criteria as needed.
Provide the number of copies prescribed in the Project Fact Sheet. Submittals must be received in the Facilities Planning & Construction office by 3:00 PM local time, on Thursday, May 29, 2014. Facsimile (FAX) submittals are not acceptable and will not be considered.
Planning, Design & Construction
Ben Hill Griffin Stadium
245 Gale Lemerand Drive
P.O. Box 115050
Gainesville, FL 32611-5050
Telephone: 352-273-4000
Internet: www.facilities.ufl.edu
