Architectural Services

Old Saybrook, ConnecticutConnecticut, USADue Thursday, October 15, 2026

Client: Old Saybrook, Connecticut
RFP Number: CONS-22518
Posted: —
Category: Construction, Architecture, Interior Design, Landscaping and Other Related Services
Budget: Looking for Proposal
NAICS: —
Set-aside: —
Contact: —

Description

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The government authority in Old Saybrook, CT requires architectural services for renovations and an addition to the Acton Public Library. The selected vendor will develop schematic design documents, including plans, sketches, and details, and produce documents and layouts to visualize the conceptual design and project plan. The Building Committee will develop the schematic design and project plan. All services must meet the highest professional standards and comply with all federal, state, and local requirements. The performance of work will be onsite. Eligibility is restricted to onshore USA organizations only. The authority is seeking proposals and has not stated a budget. All questions must be submitted no later than September 1, 2026.

Key solicitation details

AI-extracted from CONS-22518/RFQ-RFP Architectural Services for Renovations - Acton Public Library.pdf. Confirm against the original documents before bidding.

The Town of Old Saybrook is seeking qualifications and proposals from qualified design professionals to provide architectural services for renovations and an addition to the Acton Public Library. The project is funded in part by $2,000,000 in State grant funds provided by the Connecticut State Library. Proposers must be licensed or registered to perform services in Connecticut and respond to both the RFQ and RFP.

Issued by: Town of Old Saybrook, Connecticut
Issuance of RFQ/RFP: July 17, 2026
Submission of Questions/Requests for Information: September 1, 2026
Response to Questions/Requests for Information: September 7, 2026
Mandatory Site Visit: September 17, 2026 9:00AM
Deadline for Submission of Responses: October 15, 2026 at 11:00 a.m.
Opening of submittal packages: October 15, 2026 at 11:00 a.m.
Interviews (by invitation only): Commencing October 22, 2026 and continuing until a selection is made.
How to submit: Sealed hard copy and digital copy
Submission details: Delivered by U.S. mail or hand delivered to First Selectman's Office. Separate sealed envelopes for RFQ and RFP, each containing 3 paper copies and 1 digital copy on a thumb drive.
Estimated value: $2,000,000
Place of performance: Acton Public Library, 60 Old Boston Post Road, Old Saybrook, CT 06475
Insurance and bonding: General Liability: $1,000,000 per occurrence, $2,000,000 aggregate. Auto Liability: $1,000,000 CSL. Professional Liability: $5,000,000 per claim/aggregate. Umbrella: $5,000,000. Workers Comp: Statutory; Employer's Liability: $500,000.
Funding: Connecticut State Library Grant Funds ($2,000,000)

How proposals are evaluated

Experience with work of similar size and scope
Organizational and team structure for the Project
Past performance data, including schedule and budget adherence and change order history
Approach to the work required for the Project
Documented contract oversight capabilities
Pricing for the Services

Scope of work

Field and Program Review Phase
Schematic Design Phase
Design Development Phase
Interior design with furniture, fixtures and equipment
Construction Documents Phase
Cost Estimating
Procurement/Bidding Phase
Construction Administration and Closeout Phase

Minimum qualifications

Properly licensed or registered under Connecticut state laws to perform services and authorized to do business in CT
Adequate experience providing architectural services and designing projects eligible for CT State Library reimbursement in the past 5 years
Adequate experience dealing with CT State Library reimbursement process and documentation
Demonstrated performance on past projects regarding schedules, budgets, and owner satisfaction
Satisfactory qualifications and experience of proposed Project Team on similar projects
Adequate contract oversight capability and satisfactory organizational/management structure
Acceptable record of claims, disputes, arbitration, and litigation proceedings
Satisfactory project approach and demonstrated ability to control project costs, quality, and schedule

Documents to include with the bid

Response to RFQ
Response to RFP
Letter of Transmittal
Federal GSA Form 330
Resumes of key personnel and Project Team organization chart
Exhibit D - Non-collusion Affidavit
Exhibit E - Nondiscrimination Forms, A-E
Exhibit F - Fee Proposal
Bank references and/or financial statements
Evidence of proper insurance coverage

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