RFQ D/B - Agricultural Exposition and Entertainment Center

The Somerset-Pulaski Economic Development Authority (SPEDA) is issuing this Request for Qualifications ("RFQ") to solicit Statements of Qualifications ("SOQ") from innovative and capable teams who are qualified to enter into a publicprivate partnership ("P3") with SPEDA to design, build, finance, operate, and/or maintain an agricultural exposition and entertainment center or alternative entertainment and recreation facilities that meet SPEDA's objectives (the "Project"). This RFQ process will be used to prequalify and shortlist companies or teams ("Private Partners" or "Respondents") who will be the only eligible entities to respond to a subsequent Request for Proposal ("RFP") to deliver the Project. SPEDA seeks to promote Somerset-Pulaski County's rich agricultural heritage and strong presence in the state's agriculture industry through the construction and operation of a facility equipped to host agricultural exposition events, among other events that generate revenue and provide entertainment or recreational opportunities for residents. A major postsecondary educational institution has also expressed interest in establishing a relationship with the Project, to include potentially leasing the facility to host school events. SPEDA desires to provide maximum flexibility to its Private Partners to develop a facility that meets SPEDA's goals in the most economically feasible manner.

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.