RFQ Design - Vet Medical Center Upper RO System Repairs

Request for Qualifications: Cornell University is seeking proposals from consultants to provide design development, construction documents, bid services and construction administration services for the replacement of the Upper Reverse Osmosis Water System at the Veterinary Medical Center. The intent of this project is to replace the water conditioning system that is currently providing reverse osmosis deionized water to floors 1-5 of the Veterinary Medical Centre. The existing system is still in service however, it is quickly nearing the end of its useful life. Said system is located in VMC Mech room C110UE and is capable of producing RO water at 3gpm or roughly 300 gallons per day. The new system should be sized such that it can produce 5-6gpm while also being more energy efficient. Design services will include holistic diagnoses and evaluation of the existing upper RO water system and ultimately provide a comprehensive design for a more efficient replacement system. All components of the system will be replaced aside from the existing distribution piping and the 17,000 gallon storage tank. Scope of Services The services indicated below shall include, but not be limited to: Schematic Design Phase Design Development Phase Construction Document Phase Bidding Phase Construction Administration Phase . Minority- and Women-Owned Business Enterprise (MWBE) Participation Pursuant to New York State Executive Law Article 15-A, Cornell University is committed to promoting opportunities for maximum feasible participation of certified MWBE firms and the employment of minority group members and women in the performance of Cornell contracts. Consultants are required to ensure that good faith efforts are made to include meaningful participation. Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Business Enterprise (SDVOB) Participation Pursuant to New York State Executive Law Article 17-B, Cornell University is committed to promoting opportunities for maximum feasible participation of certified SDVOB firms and the employment of veterans in the performance of Cornell contracts. Consultants are required to ensure that good faith efforts are made to include meaningful participation MBE, WBE, and SDVOB goals are listed in the New York State Contract Reporter (NYSCR) ad. The consultant shall provide a Sub consultant Staffing List for the project using the form attached to the NYSCR ad. This sub consultant staffing list shall include the percent of work to be completed by each sub consultant and indicate whether each sub consultant is a MBE, WBE, or SDVOB. References References will be contacted as part of the evaluation process. When submitting references, the following information shall be included: Name(s) and title(s) of person/people to contact Phone numbers and e-mail addresses Name of project and/or reason for reference. Format of Proposal To be considered for this project, prospective consultants shall include the following in their response: Cover letter with signature. Prime Consultant's Qualifications and Experience: Show specific relevant expertise and successful completion of projects similar in size and scope as the project described above. Qualifications of Prime Consultant Staff: Demonstrate experience and qualifications of the firm's key personnel in the planning, organizing and execution of projects similar in scope. List the qualifications of employees who will be working on this project. Approach and Capability: Show organization of staff and design/technical resources specifically dedicated to this project. Identify assignment of responsibilities and authority. Previous Experience with Work Specific to Project Scope: Include examples of prior work on Cornell projects and other colleges and/or state agencies. Demonstrate thorough understanding of project scope. Proposed Sub consultant Team: List sub consultants who will work on this project and demonstrate that they have the necessary staffing and experience for this type of work. MWBE and SDVOB Utilization: On the Sub consultant Staffing List, list all MBE, WBE, and SDVOB staff and sub consultants who will work on this project to show how the MWBE/SDVOB goals will be met. If the prime consultant is an MWBE/SDVOB firm, it counts towards the goals. References: List references for design and construction administration of similar projects in public and educational settings. Proposals must be received on or by the due date listed in the NYSCR ad. Proposals must be in PDF format, no more than 25 pages total (including cover sheet and all forms), and labelled using the following naming convention. Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Set Aside: No Minority Owned Sub-Contracting Goal: 4.8% Women Owned Sub-Contracting Goal: 8% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Business Contracting Goal: 6%.

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