Specifications include, but are not limited to: The Metropolitan Transit Authority (METRO) requires the On Call Architectural and Engineering Consultant (A/E), also referred to as "Consultant", to prepare all documents necessary to bid and construct Transit/Transportation Improvement projects (both modifications to existing METRO facilities as well as new installations) hereinafter referred to as "the Projects", to review METRO's schematic designs, all related reports and technical data furnished or made available to the Consultant. Consultant shall supplement all surveys, as needed; provide all project management, architectural/engineering services, CADD, Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC); obtain the signed approval of all appropriate governmental agencies; and project management services required to complete this Project. Consultant shall also provide architectural/engineering services during and after construction of the Project. Potential Projects include: (Projects may be added or deleted at METRO’s discretion.) • Passenger Shelter Program Design and Stop Accessibility • Bus Operating Facility Modifications for Fueling Systems • State of Good Repair (SOGR) Designs (i) Roof Replacement (ii) Ventilation Systems Upgrades - HVAC, Chillers, Boilers, etc…. (iii) Bus Wash Facility Rehabilitation/Replacement (iv) Fire Life Safety Rehabilitation/Replacement (v) Elevator/Escalator Rehabilitation/Replacement • Structure/Building Modifications • System Safety Upgrades • Transit Infrastructure Modifications and Improvements • Value Engineering Analysis • Transit Bridge Inspections 2.1 Professional Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, Civil/Structural Engineering, Architecture, Surveying, Geotechnical, Fire Suppression, Traffic Engineering and Security Design Services 2.1.1 The consultant shall provide engineering support services for bus transit and light rail transit projects such as Bus Operating Facilities, Rail Operation Facilities, Transit Centers and Park & Rides. The scope of services includes: detailed design; drawings developments; specifications; document approval by various governmental authorities; design assistance during construction; construction cost estimates; preparation of reports and graphics; analysis/development of facility conceptual designs; attendance at METRO/agency meetings; attendance at public/special interest group meetings and other engineering services as required. 2.0 DESIGN SERVICES 3.1 Design Criteria 3.1.1 Consultant shall follow METRO's Universal Accessibility Principles, Design Criteria Manual for METRO Park & Ride and Transit Center Facilities, Urban Design Guidelines, Crime Prevention through Environmental Design (CPTED), Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), City of Houston building and fire codes, and all other applicable codes unless noted otherwise within this scope of services. 3.1.2 The consultant shall perform all required geotechnical and survey work. Consultant shall prepare minutes of all coordination and/or progress meetings. The consultant shall be responsible for all plans, specifications, and any related permit approvals. Consultant shall prepare the necessary quantity and cost estimates for the project. Consultant shall submit the necessary plans and specifications to the appropriate public and private agencies necessary to secure the required approvals. This work effort shall include all third-party coordination required to obtain Issue for construction plans.
