1. Procurement & Strategic Sourcing FPM ART GALLERY DESIGN SERVICES
Request for Proposal and Specifications for
FPM ART GALLERY DESIGN SERVICES
October 14, 2019

2. Welcome and Introduction
Robert Kuhn, Sr. Buyer
Ashley S. Flintoff, Project Manager
Megan Fayle, Sr. Project Manager - CBRE
Other University Attendees
Sign-in Sheet will be posted to the website.
A copy of this presentation will be posted to the website

3. About Wayne State University:
Was founded in 1868
Our Mission is to create and advance knowledge, prepare a diverse student body to thrive, and positively impact local and global communities
Has more than 27,000 students
Has 13 colleges and schools
Offers more than 380 academic programs including bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degrees
Classified by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching as a Research University, Very High research activity (RU/VH) (

4. ListServe Services:
Bid notices are sent only to those Architects and Engineers registered to receive them via our Bid Opportunities Listserve service. To register, go to and click on the “Join our Listserve” link at the top of the page.

5. Competency of Bidders
Please Note: The competency and responsibility of Bidders will be considered in making the award. The Owner does not obligate himself to accept the lowest or any other bids. The Owner reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to waive any informalities in the Proposals

6. RFP Opportunity
The University is soliciting proposals for Architectural and Engineering Services for the FPM ART GALLERY DESIGN SERVICES, WSU Project
For the purposes of this proposal, a total project budget of $2,400,000 (inclusive of A/E Fees) has been presumed. The final mutually agreed upon project budget will be determined at a later date. This budget will be used to obtain funding for the construction phase of the project.
We are seeking superior quality & competitive pricing
Specifications are in RFP

7. Calendar of Events
Mandatory Pre-bid meeting - 10/22/2019 at 9:00 AM EST.
Questions due to Procurement & Strategic Sourcing - 12:00 PM EST - 12 Noon
Delivery of Proposals - 11/04/2019 by 2:00 pm
Time of Completion - March 25, 2020
Short List Announced Week of On or around 11/15/2019
Post Bid Interviews tentatively scheduled for Week of December 9, 2019
Selection during the Week of On or around December 18, 2019

8. Bids Due
Bids are due by electronic submission on November 4, 2019 no later than 2:00 pm
The link for bid submission have been posted with the bid details at
Proposals are limited to 30 pages total, one sided.
Prices and other requested data must be on Exhibit B – Tab1 – Level of Effort Table and Tab2 – Fee Proposal Form.
Proposals must acknowledge all Addenda including Prebid Meeting Minutes

9. Exhibit and Appendices
To be returned with Vendor’s Proposals
Exhibit A – WSU Preliminary Project Schedule
Exhibit B – Level of Effort Table and Fee Proposal Form
Exhibit C – Proposal Certification, Non-Collusion Affidavit, Vendor Acknowledgment
Exhibit D – Summary Questionnaire
Appendix 1 - WSU - Campus-wide Master Plan Placemat
Appendix 2 - WSU - I2C Conceptual Site Plan for Parking Adjacencies
Appendix 3 - WSU - Insurance Requirements
Appendix 4 - WSU - Contract for Professional Services

10. Proposal Requirements
30 Page Limit, 1 side, 11 pt font
Executive Summary
Firm Overview
Relevant Experience
Team
Approach
Proposed Fee Basis and Fee Proposal

11. Selection Process and Evaluation Criteria
Proposals received in response to this RFP
The quality and comprehensiveness of the plans provided
The qualifications of the proposed project team
A check of references
Fees will be considered to determine best value

12. Prevailing Wage Rates
Wayne State University requires all project contractors, including subcontractors, to compensate at a rate no less than prevailing wage rates
Prevailing Wage Schedules are posted on the website and must be posted at the job site.
1099 Workers are NOT acceptable
Certified Payroll must be provided with each of the contractor’s pay applications
Sworn Statement must be provided for all materials and labor contracted in excess of $10,000.00
Signed waivers from all Subcontractors and suppliers must accompany Pay Applications
Note: Contractor invoices WILL NOT be processed until all listed certified payroll documents are received

13. Reminders
The UNIVERSITY reserves the right to accept, reject, modify, and/or negotiate any and all proposals
All information related to this RFP will be posted to the Project site at
If a List Serve has been established, those wishing notifications must register as listed in the RFP
All questions concerning this Request for Proposal are to be directed to Robert Kuhn, Sr. Buyer, at A copy should be submitted to Robin Watkins Buyer, ;
Do not contact Facilities Planning & Management or other University Units directly, as this may result in disqualification of your proposal

14. Procurement & Strategic Sourcing
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