Air-side HVAC Equipment Replacement and/or modernization

Background
The Georgia World Congress Center Authority (GWCCA) is seeking Statements of Qualifications from firms specializing in design professional services for the Air-side HVAC Equipment Replacement and/or Modernization project at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, Georgia.

The GWCCA aims to provide high-quality service and ensure a safe and positive experience for venue customers and attendees, thereby generating economic benefits for the state of Georgia and the city of Atlanta.

Work Details
The scope of work includes:
1. Assessment of existing air-side HVAC equipment to determine whether to replace or modernize each category.
2. Development of drawings, specifications, and narratives to a Design Development level.
3. Creation of a master plan for phased equipment replacement, starting with ten rooftop units (RTUs) serving Building B Halls B1, B2, and B3.
4. Preparation of Construction Documents for these ten RTUs, matching existing units EX-S-2, EX-S-3, EX-S-4, and EX-S-7.
5. Provision of Construction Administration services during implementation. The design will support annual funding requests for incremental replacement or modernization.

Period of Performance
The contract will commence upon selection and is expected to align with the completion of an Investment Grade Audit (IGA) by August 2025. Early indications of scope will be available by March 2025.

Place of Performance
Georgia World Congress Center, Atlanta, Georgia.

Bidder Requirements
Firms must have current Commercial General Liability Insurance coverage with minimum limits of $1 million per occurrence and $2 million general aggregate; all necessary licenses to operate in Georgia; demonstrate sufficient cash flow with a current ratio of 1.0 or higher; and maintain a Worker’s Compensation Experience Modification Rating (EMR) of 1.2 or less.