NOTICE TO PROFESSIONAL CONSULTANTS

PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENT FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES FOR ARCHITECTURE-ENGINEERING

The State of Florida, Agency for Persons with Disabilities, hereinafter called the Owner, c/o State of Florida Department of Children and Family Services, Office of General Services, on behalf of the Owner announces that professional services are required for several projects listed below. Applications are to be sent to: Mr. Bill Bridges, Senior Architect, Design and Construction, Department of Children and Family Services, Building 3, Room 205-G, 1317 Winewood Boulevard, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-0700, (850)413-6776.

PROJECT NUMBER: APD 07240000

PROJECT: William J. (Billy Joe) RISH PARK RENOVATIONS AND ADDITIONS

SERVICES TO BE PROVIDED: Architectural/Engineering Services

ESTIMATED CONSTRUCTION BUDGET: $2,500,000

Work will include all aspects of Architectural services and attendant Engineering. Provide for ADA Accessibility renovations in all buildings, Upgrade and repair Sprinkler System, replace windows and install cement board lap siding on all buildings, electrical upgrade to repair and replace service to main facility, renovate boardwalk, new pool bathroom with ADA accessibility, new gazebo, install 9 hole carpet golf course, construct two (2) new family cabins and universal tree fort for all disabilities. The projects are located at the William J. Rish Park, Cape San Blas, Florida.

RESPONSE DUE DATE: By close-of-business on February 2, 2007.

INSTRUCTIONS: Submit three (3) copies of the following bound in loose leaf three-ring binders:

1.     Letter of Interest specifying the project and location for which the firm wishes to be considered.

2.     A current Professional Qualifications Supplement (PQS) from the Department of Management Services, modifying section 5a. to reflect current contracts with any and all state agencies.

3.     A copy of the firm’s Florida Professional Registration License Renewal. (Proper registration at the time of application is required.)

4.     Corporations only: Current Corporate Certification providing evidence of validation date and the designation of professional or professionals qualifying the corporation to practice Architecture and/or Engineering.

5.     Completed Standard Form 254.

6.     Completed Standard Form 255.

For applicant to receive credit as State Certified Minority Business Enterprise either the Prime Consultant or Sub-consultant shall include copy of the state of Florida Minority Rectification or Certification Letter in the proposal. All proposal information submitted becomes the property of DCF, will be placed on file, and shall not be returned. Applications not complying with the instructions set forth above and/or do not include the qualifications data required shall not be considered. Selections will be made in accordance with Chapter 60-2, Florida Administrative Code and Section 287.055, Florida Statutes.

SELECTION PROCESS: From the proposals received, the Department shall shortlist a minimum of three (3) firms.

SELECTION RESULTS: All applicants will be notified by the department of the three firms shortlisted by February 9, 2007 by close-of-business. Those shortlisted firms will be advised of the interview date and any further requirements. Any protests of the selection must be made within 72 hours of posting of the results. “Failure to file a protest within the time prescribed in Section 120.57(3), Florida Statutes, shall constitute a waiver of proceedings under Chapter 120, Florida Statutes.”