Specifications include, but are not limited to: The Alachua County Facilities Management is requesting proposals from experienced design-build firm teams for the design and construction of the Parking Structure Project located in the City of Gainesville, Florida. The proposed improvements are at the proposed Judicial Justice center site, South of the Criminal courthouse, located at 220 South Main Street, Gainesville, Florida. The Design-build firm shall be responsible for technical expertise, professional services and all related activities for complete management of the project. This will require coordination with private utility companies, residents, permitting agencies, public utilities, and quality assurance for all work products and output. Construction progress must include schedules showing critical completion dates and organized execution of the work and methodology. A. This project includes not only the design and construction of the Parking Structure/ Ancillary Appurtenances. but also includes bringing the necessary utilities onto the site and connections needed to operate and maintain these facilities and fire protection. Also included are clearing & grubbing, site grading, construction of storm water management facilities, driveways and parking lots, security fencing and gates and landscaping. The work is to progress while minimizing disruptions to existing Judicial Center operations. B. Systems and equipment testing, development of maintenance plans, associated owner training, building commissioning, permit certifications, as-built documentation and certifications and a warranty manual are requisites of project completion. C. It is anticipated that the parking garage will have approximately Seven Hundred (700) spaces on approximately Five (5) floors and will include public restroom facilities. D. A portion of the Ground floor level will be dedicated to “Activity space” that meets City of Gainesville code requirements. E. The proposed design must also include an art walk on the Street side of the facility. F. Schedule and attend a project meeting with the local utility provider (Gainesville Regional Utilities) to determine utility requirements and any potential off-site improvements. G. Schedule and attend a First-Step Meeting with the City of Gainesville to discuss the project and review technical details as they relate to the project. H. Schedule and attend a pre-design site visit prior to the start of design.
