The scope of work provides for the construction of an ADA compliant ramp to provide access from the exterior into the Old State Capitol. The ramp will be constructed over an existing underground parking garage and the site includes some unique challenges. Design teams should include all necessary consultants and must include a structural engineer in their submittals. The State Historic Preservation Office should be consulted during every phase of this project. If applicable, the design will need to comply with the Illinois Stretch Energy Code. The A/E is encouraged to include independent cost estimators on their teams to verify estimates are in line with current market conditions to avoid project bids that exceed the available funding for the project. A/E estimates should be updated and verified at each stage of the project in accordance with the Design and Construction Manual. Designers are reminded that their Professional Services Agreements make them responsible for providing a design that is within budget, and they can be held responsible for redesign of the project should bids received exceed project funding.
