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Professional Design Services

AlabamaAlabama, USADue Wednesday, November 4, 2026
Client
Alabama
RFP Number
CONS-24621
Posted
10/15/2026
Category
Construction, Architecture, Interior Design, Landscaping and Other Related Services
Budget
Looking for Proposal
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Description

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The Alabama government authority requires professional design services to evaluate and mechanically design replacement systems for existing HVAC infrastructure. The requested scope includes replacing rooftop units, split systems, boilers, variable air volume boxes, chillers, and a cooling tower, alongside designing a new air-cooled chiller to replace the water-cooled system. Additionally, the selected vendor must integrate new equipment with current piping, replace the non-responsive controls system, and perform necessary plumbing, fire protection, electrical, architectural, and structural modifications. Only USA-based onshore organizations are eligible to apply, and all work must be performed onsite. Vendors must submit all questions regarding this solicitation no later than October 21, 2026. The buyer is currently seeking proposals for the project budget, but the text does not state the contract term, specific application submission methods, or evaluation criteria.

Key solicitation details

AI-extracted from MU-017-24_MU-017-24RFQforDesignConsultants.pdf. Confirm against the original documents before bidding.

The City of Mobile is seeking qualified design professionals to provide design and construction administration services for upgrading the HVAC system at the Gulf Coast Exploreum Science Center. Design work will cover pre-design through contract administration for the active museum facility. Design fees will be negotiated on a fixed fee basis.

Issued by
City of Mobile
Publication of Request for Qualifications
October 14, 2026
Deadline for questions about RFQ
October 21, 2026
Deadline for Addendums to RFQ
October 28, 2026
Qualification forms due
3:00 pm local time on Wednesday, November 4, 2026
Delivery acknowledgments issued
no later than 3:00 pm local time on Thursday, November 5, 2026
Interviews (if required)
November 11, 2026, and November 17, 2026
How to submit
Email
Submission details
Submit a single PDF containing the Qualifications checklist form, qualifications, and all required RFQ responses. Submissions should not exceed thirty pages.
Place of performance
Gulf Coast Exploreum Science Center, Mobile, Alabama
Funding
State of Alabama Public Works Law (Code of Alabama, Title 39)

How proposals are evaluated

Firm Organization20 pts
Project Team20 pts
Experience50 pts
Additional Conditions10 pts

Scope of work

  • Evaluation and mechanical design of replacement HVAC systems including boilers, chiller, rooftop units, and cooling tower
  • Design and specification of a new air-cooled chiller to replace the existing water-cooled system
  • Integration of new equipment with existing chilled and hot water piping
  • Replacement of the non-responsive controls system with a modern DDC controls system
  • Plumbing and fire protection modifications to support new HVAC systems
  • Electrical engineering for system replacements including load assessments and power connections
  • Minor architectural work related to equipment access, building penetrations, or layout modifications
  • Structural engineering for reinforcement or support of new HVAC equipment

Minimum qualifications

  • Lead design firm must be registered in the State of Alabama
  • Demonstrated experience with HVAC renovations in historic buildings, museums, or similar environments
  • Current City of Mobile Business License
  • Established local business office or plan of travel open during normal business hours
  • Licensed professional accessible for consultation between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday
  • Enrollment in the federal E-Verify program

Documents to include with the bid

  • Qualifications checklist form
  • Letter of Interest maximum of two pages signed by authorized person
  • Cover Letter and Statements of Qualifications
  • Resumes for proposed key personnel and sub-consultants
  • List of at least three comparable projects from the last five calendar years with client contacts
  • Photographic representation of relevant projects
  • City of Mobile Business License
  • Evidence of enrollment in the federal E-Verify program

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