The A/E Firm will be responsible for, but not limited to the following: I. Planning & Schematic Design Phase: The initial phase will involve the provision of services to assist the County in developing a recommendation related to the New Public Safety Building. This phase should include but not limited to the following: a. Analysis of the current available site b. Assessment of space needs to include future needs, goals of the new facility and recommended square footage for each of the four departments planned for this facility. c. Preliminary cost estimates including site work, building and parking d. Prepare a timeline to confirm that the County’s desire to break ground in December 2025 is feasible. e. Conceptual architectural design that include schematic site plans, elevations, renderings, cost estimates and project schedules. II. Design Development Phase: Upon approval of the Schematic Design Phase by the County, the selected firm will proceed with design development to include: a. Construction of a fully functional Public Safety Building. The building and grounds should be designed to provide ingress and egress for emergency personnel as well as safety and security for First Responders. Core components are listed under Background Information on page 7. b. Public areas, training spaces and a drive through for citizens to drop off tax payments. c. Administrative offices d. Infrastructure, stormwater management e. Presentation to the Fiscal Court for approval f. If needed, assist County Administrator with development of an RFP for construction management III. Construction Documents and Final Design Phase: Develop drawings, cost estimates and schedules. The selected firm shall prepare working drawings, construction plans and specifications for the solicitation of bids for the project in accordance with all applicable codes. Review drawings with all appropriate Departments and steering committee and make necessary changes and/or alterations.
