Progressive Design Build - Brush Creek Pump Station Improvements Project (MTM1-C080)

This is a Progressive Design-Build services procurement. JCW is seeking a statement of qualifications (SOQ) from teams/Design-Builders to provide preconstruction and design with the option of construction services for the Brush Creek Pump Station (BCPS) Improvements (“Project”), Contract No. MTM1-C080. This Request for Qualifications (RFQ) is the first phase of a three-phase procurement process for selection of a Design-Builder.

JCW is seeking SOQs from qualified Design-Builders to initially provide pre-construction services and design services to complete the design based on HDR’s 2026 Preliminary Engineering Report. JCW and Owner’s Advisor will assist the Design-Builder to design and construct a new Brush Creek Pump Station.

The estimated total project cost, including engineering, easements, land acquisitions, and construction is between **$12-$17 million**, which includes escalation to midpoint of construction in 2029.

Phase 1 Pre-Construction and Preparation of Phase 2 Construction Price

The Design-Builder shall consult with the County and the Owner’s Advisor throughout the development of pre-design, final design, and a Phase 2 Construction Price. The general scope of services anticipated for the Pre-Construction Phase includes, but may not be limited to, the following:

• Develop the Project Execution Plan, including schedule.
• Evaluate site storage and staging needs, determine if any off-site space or facilities are required, and if so, develop a plan to secure them.
• Identify permitting requirements and initiate certain permitting activities.
• Assist JCW in developing a Project Risk Register and Risk Mitigation Plan.
• Prepare and maintain a Project Cost Model and submit detailed cost estimates as the design is advanced.
• Complete preliminary (30%) design, and 60% design, assuming a GMP at 60% design.
• Perform value engineering and constructability reviews on pre-design and design development submittals and when directed by the County and the Owner’s Advisor.
• Submit and negotiate Phase 2 Construction Price proposals for performance of Construction Phases services (including possible early-out equipment and/or construction packages).
• Partner with JCW to develop and implement a strategy for public outreach efforts to better understand public concerns and aid in determining solutions for mitigation.

Phase 2 Construction Phase

The general scope of services anticipated for the Construction Phase includes, but is not limited to, the following:

• Complete the final design
• Secure necessary permits
• Procure equipment, materials, and subcontractors.
• Construct the Project.
• Construction Support including field engineering, shop drawing reviews, request for information, and change management.
• Performs quality control.
• Provide and implement maintenance of plant operation plans
• Manage project schedule.
• Mitigate project risks.
• Provide equipment O&M Manuals, facility O&M Manual, and training
• Conduct startup, commissioning, and performance testing.
• Provide As-Builts
• Provide warranty coverage.

Submission

The SOQ submission must be submitted electronically at https://jocogov.ionwave.net by a respondent. You must register as a supplier at https://jocogov.ionwave.net at least two (2) business days prior to the RFQ opening to ensure a successful registration. No other method of submitting SOQ’s will be accepted.

Evaluation

The Progressive Design Build solicitation is a three-stage qualifications-based selection process. Members of the Evaluation Committee will independently review and score each submittal based on the criteria listed herein.

• Design-Builder Profile: 25 Points
• Illustrative Work: 40 Points
• Project Management and Teaming Approach: 25 Points
• Overall Responsiveness to the RFQ: 10 Points

Bonding and Insurance

Ability to secure required performance and payment bonds with a qualified surety company up to **$20 Million** demonstrated through a letter from the Surety stating the bonding capacity of the firm and rating of Surety.

Contract Term

The Contract resulting from this solicitation process shall be effective once duly executed and will remain in full force and effect until the Project is completed and final payment has been made by the County to the Contractor.