RFP Design - Engineering Services for Cell 6 at the Southern Solid Waste Management Center (SSWMC)

The Work under this contract is for engineering design, engineering services, construction inspection, and certified report preparation services. At a minimum, the services include but are not limited to: Review existing site evaluation, including topographic and utility surveys, and geotechnical evaluations. Perform Site Studies Conduct topographic survey of the Cell 6 Disposal Area site including all areas necessary for support facilities. Conduct an Environmental Assessment and prepare a report to provide a detailed analysis of the potential impact of the proposed Cell 6 Disposal Area on the environment. Conduct a detailed Hydrogeological and Geotechnical Investigation and prepare a report. Design work including design of a new approximate 90-acre Subtitle D landfill cell, including sub cells and any required modification to ancillary features. Design the entire Cell 6 disposal area with independent subcells including: Liner system; Leachate collection and conveyance system; Leak detection system for the liner system; Landfill gas collection and odor control system; and, Cap; Design appurtenant systems to the landfill, including: Roads; Litter fencing; Stormwater management system; Tanks, as needed. reparation of construction bid documents (including measurement and payment, bid table and summary of work) with an estimated construction timeline and construction cost estimat Develop a detailed schedule for design, permitting and construction. 6. Preparation of permit applications including all fees and associated permitting tasks, review meetings, response to comments, etc. 7. Perform bid evaluation and recommendation for award of construction contract. Perform engineering services during construction including but not limited to submittal review, change order review, recommendations, and negotiations, answering requests for information, invoice review, running bi-weekly progress meetings, generating meeting notes, and construction schedule management. Services also include full time construction inspection services. Preparation of a final certification report documenting the construction of the design, suitable for submission to environmental regulatory agencies for approval and all necessary response to comments. Preparation of final as-built drawing files in AutoCAD 2018 or earlier. Preparation of Operations and Maintenance Manual Incorporation of shop drawings and as-builts into the Final Operations and Maintenance Manual. DSWA may extend the time and place of the due date for Proposals by providing at least two (2) calendar days notice by certified mail, fax, or email to any Proposers who DSWA has recorded as having received a copy of the RFP. If the Proposal is sent by mail, or other personal delivery system, the sealed envelope containing the Proposal shall be enclosed in a separate envelope plainly marked on the outside with the notation, Proposal Enclosed. Proposals delivered by any means other than mail or personal delivery shall be rejected. Every Proposal prepared in response to this RFP shall be prepared by the PROPOSER with the express understanding that any and all claims to reimbursement for the cost and expense of its preparation are waived. No PROPOSER may withdraw the Proposal within ninety (90) days after the Proposal due date. The submittal of a Proposal in response to this Notice shall constitute an agreement of the Proposer to all of the conditions in this Notice and the RFP. DSWA will not be responsible for full or partial sets of the RFP, including any addenda, obtained from any sources other than stated above nor may PROPOSER rely upon any other source or information. The successful PROPOSER will be required to execute the Agreement, to furnish a Performance Bond and Payment Bond for the work in the amounts stated in Article 23 of Section 00200 of the Project Manual if the contract amount is more than $200,000, and to execute a Hold Harmless Agreement on form provided in the Project Manual. The successful PROPOSER will also be required to furnish evidence of insurance coverage as required by the Project Manual and otherwise comply with terms and requirements of the Project Manual. DSWA reserves the right to accept or reject any or all Proposals which in its judgment is in the best interest of DSWA, and to waive any irregularities or informalities in the Proposal or Proposal process, and all PROPOSERS are notified that such acceptance or rejection or waiver shall be without liability on the part of DSWA for any action brought against DSWA, any or all of its directors, or any DSWA agent, officer or employee, brought by any PROPOSER because of such acceptance or rejection or waiver, nor shall any PROPOSER seek any recourse of any kind against such entity or individuals because of such acceptance or rejection or waiver. Every PROPOSAL prepared in response to this notice shall be prepared at the sole cost and expense of the PROPOSER and shall be prepared by the PROPOSER with the express understanding that any and all claims to reimbursement for the cost and expense of its preparation are waived. The submittal of a Proposal in response to this notice shall constitute an agreement of the PROPOSER to all the provisions set forth in this notice and the Project Manual. 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.
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Division 33 -	Utilities.