What the buyer needs
AI summaryWalker County, Georgia, seeks proposals for an intensive historic resources survey of approximately 523 parcels in the southeastern unincorporated area. The project will document resources for future National Register Nominations. The survey must conform to the Secretary of the Interior's Standards and include buildings, structures, sites, and objects constructed before 1985. Consultants must meet professional qualification standards and demonstrate experience in historic research and digital photography. Proposals are due by 2:00 p.m. on December 15, 2026, with written inquiries due by December 1, 2026. Selection will be based on qualifications, specialized experience, ability to meet schedule and budget, and past performance. The final survey report and map must be submitted electronically by April 15, 2028. The county reserves the right to accept or reject any proposals.
Scope of work
- Conduct comprehensive historic resources survey of 523 to 600 parcels constructed before 1985
- Enter all survey data and at least two digital photographs per resource into GNAHRGIS
- Provide a survey area map at 1 inch = 200 feet scale
- Submit monthly progress reports on the 1st of every month
- Submit GNAHRGIS data point documentation at 25% and 75% completion
- Deliver first and second drafts of the survey report and map for DCA review
- Provide two electronic copies of the final survey report and map (Adobe PDF)
How proposals are evaluated
| Criterion | Weight / scoring |
|---|---|
| Professional Qualifications | Not specified |
| Specialized Experience and Technical Competence | Not specified |
| Ability of Entity to Accomplish the Required Services on Schedule and within Budget | Not specified |
| Past Performance | Not specified |
| Understanding of Project | Not specified |
| Quality Assurance | Not specified |
Minimum qualifications
- Meet Secretary of the Interior's Professional Qualification Standards (36 CFR Part 61)
- Thorough knowledge of American architectural history and Georgia's historic resources
- Demonstrated experience conducting architectural surveys and writing historic contexts
- Familiarity with GNAHRGIS database and survey procedures
- Demonstrated writing skills and experience with digital photography
- Active SAM.gov registration and Unique Entity Identifier (UEI)
- Preference for vendors with three (3) years' construction experience
Documents to include with your response
- Formal Proposal / Proposal Schedule and Contractor's Response
- Proof of SAMS.GOV Registration and Proof of UEI
- Project Director and team members list with resumes
- Response to the six selection criteria and similar project examples
- Proposed Budget (within $33,633 maximum) and list of references
- Contractor Registration form and list of subcontractors
- Georgia Security and Immigration Compliance Act Affidavit (Contractor and Subcontractor Affidavits)
How to submit
- Method
- Sealed hard copy and electronic copy (flash drive)
- Instructions
- Deliver two (2) written copies and one electronic copy (flash drive) in a sealed envelope to Walker County Commissioners' Office, 101 South Duke Street, LaFayette, GA 30728. Maximum 35 numbered 8.5 x 11 pages.