Consultant to Develop Its Master Plan

The City of Gulfport, Department of Leisure Services will accept sealed proposals from individuals and/or firms to serve as Consultant to develop its Master Plan. Questions All questions regarding this Request for Proposals should be directed to Connie Debenport by e-mail: cdebenport@gulfport-ms.gov or facsimile (228) 868-5704, not less than five (5) business days prior to the proposal due date. All questions must be submitted in writing; telephonic inquiries will not be considered. The selection committee will review and rate all proposals and may determine an interview list of the responders whose proposals are highest rated based on qualifications and information provided. After interviews and evaluations are complete, the selection committee will make its recommendations to the City of Gulfport's governing authority, who will collectively make the final decision as to award of contract. The City of Gulfport will have final authority to negotiate the terms and provisions of the contract with the successful responder. The form of the contract shall be determined by the City. The successful firm(s) must adhere to the City and GRCs policy concerning non-discrimination without regard to race, creed, color, age, sex, national origin or handicap. The City of Gulfport reserves the right to reject any and all proposals, in whole or in part, and to discontinue contract execution with any party at any time prior to final contract execution. The City of Gulfport is an equal opportunity employer. Direct contact with any City employee, GRC Commissioners, including the Administration and City Council on the subject of this proposal is strictly forbidden. Violation of this paragraph will result in disqualification of your submission. The method of contractor selection has not been determined at this time.

Division 03 -	Concrete, Concrete Forming and Accessories, Cast-in-Place Concrete.
Division 04 -	Masonry, Unit Masonry.
Division 06 -	Wood, Plastics, and Composites, Rough Carpentry, Finish Carpentry, Millwork.
Division 07 -	Thermal and Moisture Protection, Dampproofing and Waterproofing, Thermal Protection, Weather Barriers.
Division 08 -	Openings, Doors and Frames, Entrances, Windows.
Division 09 -	Finishes, Plaster and Gypsum Board, Acoustical Ceilings, Flooring, Carpeting, Acoustic Treatment, Painting.
Division 12 -	Furnishings.
Division 21 -	Fire Suppression, Water-Based Fire-Suppression Systems, Fire-Extinguishing Systems.
Division 22 -	Plumbing, Instrumentation and Control for Plumbing, Plumbing Piping, Plumbing Equipment, Plumbing Fixtures, Drinking Fountains and Water Coolers.
Division 23 -	Heating, Ventilating, and Air Conditioning (HVAC), Instrumentation and Control for HVAC, HVAC Air Distribution, Central HVAC Equipment.
Division 26 -	Electrical, Power Distribution Units, Lighting, Interior Lighting, Emergency Lighting, Exit Signs, Exterior Lighting.
Division 27 -	Communications, Structured Cabling, Data Communications, Voice Communications.
Division 28 -	Electronic Safety and Security.
Division 31 -	Earthwork, Clearing and Grubbing, Grading, Soil Treatment.
Division 32 -	Exterior Improvements, Flexible Paving, Asphalt Paving, Rigid Paving, Concrete Paving, Curbs, Gutters, Sidewalks, and Driveways, Paving Specialties, Parking Bumpers, Pavement Markings, Fences and Gates, Irrigation, Planting.
Division 33 -	Utilities.