Summary of Specifications:
Genesee County is distributing this Request for Proposals (RFP) to identify organizations and obtain proposals for the design, installation and support of construction, updated animal containment, air handling, plumbing/drainage, information technology and communications, for the preparation and submission of the description(s) of their qualifications to perform the desired project, and to provide an accurate cost estimate. Genesee County will use the results of this process to select the best qualified vendor(s) capable of delivering a well-designed and integrated shelter capable of the humane housing of animals in their care, future enhancement and expansion in all areas of technology described herein.
GENERAL STATEMENT: 1) Create design development documents that fully explain the architect’s design intentions for the designated areas of the Genesee County Animal Shelter, plans, elevations and sections and material descriptions.
2) Create construction documents necessary for all elements of the design and other services as needed. Oversee all aspects of construction.
3) Represent the project at meetings that require presentations and discussion of all aspects of the design, including meetings pertaining to design review and permitting.
4) The shelter will continue to operate and house animals and work will be completed in phases to allow relocation of animals as phases are completed; work hours will have to be coordinated with the Animal Control administration and could include evening and weekends.
