REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS
ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES FOR NEW FIRE STATION
The City of Andalusia, Alabama, is requesting proposals from qualified architects and
architectural firms to provide professional architectural services for the design and construction
of a new fire station.
The selected architect or architectural firm will provide professional services necessary to assist
the City throughout the planning, design, bidding, and construction phases of the project.
SCOPE OF SERVICES
The scope of services requested shall include, but not necessarily be limited to, the following:
1. Preliminary Architectural Services
o Preliminary design and architectural drawings;
o Preliminary cost estimates; and
o Preparation of plans, drawings, and supporting documentation for potential grant
applications.
2. Project Design and Specifications
o Development of final architectural and construction plans;
o Preparation of project specifications; and
o Development of bid alternates, as appropriate.
3. Bid and Procurement Services
o Preparation of bid documents;
o Preparation of bid advertisements;
o Assistance with distribution and receipt of bids;
o Review and evaluation of bids; and
o Recommendations concerning the award of the construction contract.
4. Pre-Bid and Preconstruction Services
o Conduct and/or participate in pre-bid meetings;
o Respond to questions and requests for clarification during the bidding process;
and
o Conduct and/or participate in preconstruction meetings.
5. Construction Administration and Observation
o Periodic observation of construction work through project completion;
o Review of contractor progress and construction activities;
o Assistance with construction-related issues;
o Preparation and/or review of change orders, amendments, and related
documentation, when applicable; and
o Other architectural services reasonably necessary to assist the City of Andalusia in
completing the project.
EVALUATION AND SELECTION CRITERIA
Proposals will be evaluated based upon the written materials submitted by each architect or
architectural firm. The selection will be based on a 50-point evaluation system.
Selection criteria shall include, but not necessarily be limited to, the following:
1. Past Experience – Experience of the firm and its personnel with the design and
construction of emergency facilities, including fire stations and similar public facilities;
2. Reputation and Qualifications – Reputation for personal and professional integrity,
competence, and quality of professional services;
3. Personnel – Professional background, qualifications, experience, and caliber of the
personnel who will be assigned to the project;
4. Community Understanding – Understanding of and familiarity with the existing needs,
characteristics, and conditions of the City of Andalusia; and
5. Schedule and Availability – Demonstrated capability to meet project schedules,
deadlines, and other requirements established by the City of Andalusia.
The City may request additional information, if deemed necessary, as part of the selection
process.
SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Interested architects and architectural firms should submit a proposal addressing the evaluation
criteria identified above. Submissions should provide sufficient information for the City to
evaluate the firm’s qualifications and ability to successfully perform the requested services.
Proposals should be submitted to:
City of Andalusia
505 East Three Notch Street
Andalusia, Alabama 36420
OR
P.O. Box 429
Andalusia, Alabama 36420
Attn: John Thompson, City Administrator
Proposals must be received on or before Tuesday, November 10, 2026 at 2:00 P.M. Central
Time.
FEDERAL PROCUREMENT REQUIREMENTS
Proposals are being requested in accordance with applicable provisions of the Common
Rule and any other applicable federal, state, or local procurement requirements.
The City reserves the right to request clarification or additional information from any respondent
as necessary to complete its evaluation.
The City also reserves the right to reject any and all proposals, to waive any informalities or
irregularities in the solicitation or selection process, and to make the selection it determines to be
in the best interest of the City.
All qualified architects and architectural firms who consider themselves capable of providing the
requested services are encouraged to submit a proposal.
Earl V. Johnson, Mayor
City of Andalusia