RFP D/B - Design and Construction of Combination Recreation and Library Facility at NFWC

The Project includes the design and construction of a new Combination Recreation and Library Facility at the site of the current Norfolk Fitness and Wellness Center (NFWC) at 7300 Newport Avenue in Norfolk, Virginia. The Project will be the first of its kind in Norfolk. This new center combines two independent municipal departments into one. Under one roof, typical features of a recreation center; aquatics and fitness, will coexist with a library, youth programs, and shared gathering areas. These interior programs will be complemented by shared outdoor amenities, taking full advantage of the available grounds and natural features. Being the first of its kind in this area, initial involvement is required from stakeholders who will be involved in daily programming and operations of the new department, and guidance from a design-build team with relevant experience is critical to develop collaborative, efficient use of the building. Such input is necessary in ensuring these two departments can maximize the benefits of coexisting. The Project includes a library, fitness area, a gymnasium, a game room, meeting rooms, and indoor pools, and a lazy river. The total programmed Gross Square Footage (GSF) is planned at just under 110,000 GSF, with a total project budget of $68 million including design, construction, permitting, utilities, and other soft costs. The existing NFWC, including a building, parking, and outdoor recreational amenities currently occupy the site. The City is interested in a cost-effective approach to design, which may or may not include the reuse of some or all of the existing building. The green space in the northwest corner of the site is highly regarded by the community, and the creek that borders the south and east sides of the site presents a unique amenity. It is a priority to maintain the continuity of existing NFWC programs within the existing building, to the maximum extent feasible, during construction. It is anticipated that the site entrances will continue to be from Newport Avenue All questions about the meaning or intent of the RFP shall be submitted through the Questions portal at the OpenGov procurement page for this Project Interpretations or clarifications considered necessary by Owner in response to such questionsm will be issued by Addenda and posted on the OpenGov site. Proposers are solely responsible for checking this website regularly for all Addenda. Questions received less than seven (7) business days prior to the date for opening of the proposals may not be answered. Only questions answered by formal written Addenda will be binding. Oral and other interpretations or clarifications will be without legal effect. Addenda may be issued to clarify, correct, or change the RFP as deemed advisable by Owner. Finished subgrade, within and for at least 10 feet beyond the floor slab, should be protected from traffic, rutting, or other disturbance and maintained in a relatively moist condition until floor slabs are constructed. If the subgrade should become damaged or desiccated prior to construction of floor slabs, the affected material should be removed,and structural fill should be added to replace the resulting excavation. Final conditioning of the finished subgrade should be performed immediately prior to placement of the floor slab support course. Proposers must provide ability to provide performance and payment security for its proposed Work in accordance with Section 33.1 of the City Code. The amount of the security will depend on the Proposer's approach to construction and schedule. Proposer must provide a signed statement from their Surety stating that, based on present circumstances, the Surety will provide performance and payment bond for the Proposer in connection with the Project to satisfy requirements of Section 33.1 of the City Code the City desires to meet goals for participation by value of 12% by certified minority-owned subcontractors and 13.3% certified women-owned subcontractors.

Division 01 -	General Requirements, Construction Facilities, Field Offices and Sheds, Sanitary Facilities, Construction Aids, Temporary Scaffolding and Platforms.
Division 03 -	Concrete, Concrete Forming and Accessories, Concrete Forming, Concrete Accessories, Concrete Reinforcing, Cast-in-Place Concrete, Structural Concrete, Concrete Finishing, Precast Structural Concrete.
Division 04 -	Masonry, Unit Masonry, Concrete Form Masonry Units.
Division 05 -	Metals, Structural Metal Framing, Structural Steel Framing, Structural Steel for Buildings, Steel Joist Framing.
Division 06 -	Wood, Plastics, and Composites, Rough Carpentry, Finish Carpentry, Millwork, Architectural Woodwork.
Division 07 -	Thermal and Moisture Protection, Dampproofing and Waterproofing, Sheet Metal Waterproofing, Thermal Protection, Thermal Insulation, Roof and Deck Insulation, Weather Barriers, Built-Up Bituminous Roofing, Flashing and Sheet Metal, Joint Sealants.
Division 08 -	Openings, Doors and Frames, Metal Doors and Frames, Metal Frames, Metal Doors, Wood Doors, Plastic Doors, Special Function Doors, Cold Storage Doors, Panel Doors, Sectional Doors, Entrances, Storefronts, and Curtain Walls, Entrances and Storefronts, Entrances, Automatic Entrances, Sliding Automatic Entrances, Windows, Door Hardware, Mirrors.
Division 09 -	Finishes, Plaster and Gypsum Board, Gypsum Board, Tiling, Acoustical Ceilings, Flooring, Specialty Flooring, Resilient Flooring, Carpeting, Acoustic Treatment, Painting and Coating, Painting, Exterior Painting, Interior Painting, Special Coatings, Cementitious Coatings.
Division 10 -	Specialties, Visual Display Units, Markerboards, Tackboards, Signage, Telephone Specialties, Compartments and Cubicles, Toilet Compartments, Fire Protection Specialties, Fire Protection Cabinets, Fire Extinguishers, Lockers, Storage Assemblies, Metal Storage Shelving, Flagpoles.
Division 11 -	Equipment, Loading Dock Equipment, Library Equipment, Library Stack Systems, Audio-Visual Equipment, Athletic Equipment, Exercise Equipment.
Division 12 -	Furnishings, Window Treatments, Casework, Countertops, Rugs and Mats, Furniture, Office Furniture, Institutional Furniture, Library Furniture, Book Shelves, Study Carrels, Index Card File Cabinets, Portable Audience Seating, Seat and Table Assemblies, Site Furnishings, Trash and Litter Receptacles.
Division 13 -	Special Construction, Swimming Pools, Recirculating Gutter Systems, Swimming Pool Accessories, Swimming Pool Cleaning Equipment, Special Activity Rooms, Athletic Rooms.
Division 21 -	Fire Suppression, Instrumentation and Control for Fire-Suppression Systems, Water-Based Fire-Suppression Systems, Fire-Extinguishing Systems.
Division 22 -	Plumbing, Instrumentation and Control for Plumbing, Plumbing Piping, Facility Water Distribution, Plumbing Equipment, Plumbing Fixtures, Commercial Plumbing Fixtures, Drinking Fountains and Water Coolers, Drinking Fountains, Pool and Fountain Plumbing Systems, Swimming Pool Plumbing Systems.
Division 23 -	Heating, Ventilating, and Air Conditioning (HVAC), HVAC Insulation, Instrumentation and Control for HVAC, HVAC Piping and Pumps, HVAC Air Distribution, Central HVAC Equipment.
Division 26 -	Electrical, Instrumentation and Control for Electrical Systems, Medium-Voltage Electrical Distribution, Power Distribution Units, Lighting, Interior Lighting, Emergency Lighting, Exit Signs, Special Purpose Lighting, Underwater Lighting, Exterior Lighting, Lighting Poles and Standards, Parking Lighting, Area Lighting, Site Lighting, Flood Lighting.
Division 27 -	Communications, Structured Cabling, Data Communications, Voice Communications, Audio-Video Communications, Distributed Audio-Video Communications Systems, Paging Systems.
Division 28 -	Electronic Safety and Security, Electronic Access Control and Intrusion Detection, Access Control, Intrusion Detection, Electronic Surveillance, Video Surveillance, Electronic Detection and Alarm, Fire Detection and Alarm.
Division 31 -	Earthwork, Site Clearing, Clearing and Grubbing, Earth Moving, Grading, Excavation and Fill, Soil Treatment.
Division 32 -	Exterior Improvements, Bases, Ballasts, and Paving, Flexible Paving, Asphalt Paving, Rigid Paving, Concrete Paving, Curbs, Gutters, Sidewalks, and Driveways, Paving Specialties, Parking Bumpers, Pavement Markings, Fences and Gates, Planting Irrigation, Planting.
Division 33 -	Utilities, Water Utilities, Sanitary Sewerage Utilities, Storm Drainage Utilities.