NOTICE TO DESIGN/BUILDER
The University of Florida Board of Trustees and University Athletic Association announce that Design/Build services will be required for the project listed below:
Project: UAA-25: Stadium Concourse Renovation,
The project focuses on the Stadium concourse. Included in the scope are the West, East and South Concourses on both the main and upper levels plus adjacent Restrooms and Concessions. But, the project will be in phases depending on funding availability. The design scope for this phase will include west stadium concourse only, and it is aimed at improving the Stadium functionality and image for both game day and non-game day use. The primary goals are as follows:
1. Update finishes for a consistent and clean appearance
2. Reduce visual clutter especially overhead mechanical and electrical utilities
3. Improve crowd flow
4. Improve the functionality of Concessions for users and vendors
5. Create exciting spaces for game day as non-game day visitors
The total project budget for this phase, West Concourse renovation is $5,400,000.00, including site improvement, fees, survey existing conditions, testing, and contingencies. Construction shall be fast-tracked to begin by
The contract for design/build services will consist of two parts. Part one services include design, construction administration, value engineering, constructability analysis, development of a cost model, estimating, and the development of a Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) proposal based on 60% Construction Documents, for which the design/builder will be paid a fixed fee.
If the GMP is accepted, part two, the construction phase, will be implemented. In part two of the contract, the design/builder becomes the single point of responsibility for completion of the construction documents, performance of the construction of the project and shall publicly bid trade contracts. Failure to negotiate an acceptable fixed fee for part one of the contract, or to arrive at an acceptable GMP within the time provided in the agreement may result in the termination of the design/builders contract.
Blanket design professional liability insurance will be required from the architect, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection and structural engineering sub-consultants for this project and will be provided as a part of Basic Services. Plans and specifications for
Applicants will be evaluated on the basis of their past performance, experience, personnel, design and construction ability, references, bonding capacity, 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 must be licensed to practice as a general contractor in the State of
Applicants desiring to provide design/build 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 DBQS Instructions and shall include:
1. A Letter of Application that concisely illustrates the applicants understanding of the scope of services, schedule, and other goals and considerations as outlined in the Project Fact Sheet and facilities program.
2. Company information and signed certification.
3. A completed, project-specific Design/Builder Qualifications Supplement (DBQS) proposal. Applications on any other form will not be considered.
4. Resumes and other pertinent credentials for all proposed staff (applicant and consultants).
5. Proof of the applicants corporate status in
6. Proof of bonding capacity and proof of all design entities or consultants (architecture and engineering) ability to be insured for the level 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 design/builder 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 DBQS forms, instructions, Project Fact Sheet, facilities program, UF Design Services Guide, UF Design and Construction Standards, standard University of Florida Owner-Design/Builder agreement, and other project and process information can be found on the Facilities Planning and 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
Facilities Planning and Construction
232 Stadium /
Telephone: (352)273-4000; Fax: (352)273-4034
Internet: www.facilities.ufl.edu
