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Resolution to Approve the Professional Services Agreement with Ann Arbor Architects Collaborative, Inc. for Architectural / Engineering Services for New Fire Station 4 ($451,100.00)
Memorandum
In August 2020, the purchasing department released RFP #20-29 Professional Services Architectural / Engineering Services for New Fire Station 4. Proposals were due on September 15, 2020.
This project includes the planning, design, and construction of a new fire station as well as directly related site improvements. As wetland assessment, space programming, and conceptual exterior design were previously completed, this information was included in this proposal.
Fire Station 4, built in 1966, has outlived its expected lifespan, presents near constant maintenance issues, and lacks any energy conservation or sustainability features. Rebuilding Fire Station 4 at its current location avoids land acquisition costs. By replacing Fire Station 4 with a net-zero energy facility, the City of Ann Arbor will make progress towards its Sustainability Action Plan and climate-related goals.
The Professional Services Agreement with Ann Arbor Architects Collaborative, Inc. (DBA A3C Collaborative Architecture) seeks to provide the following:
* A modern state-of-the-art fire station that will accommodate fire and emergency response vehicles, equipment and services for the next 50 years.
* Address flood plain and wetland site challenges.
* A building of high-quality design and civic architecture that enhances the surrounding neighborhood.
* New landscaping and tree and bioretention plantings.
* Enhancement or relocation of basketball court directly adjacent to new station.
* Net-zero (or equivalent) for green building design.
The RPF Review Committee included:
* Dr. Missy Stults, Manager - Office of Sustainability and Innovations
* Matt Kulhanek, Manager - Fleet and Facilities
* Tim Karolak, Lieutenant - Station 4
* Mike Kennedy, Fire Chief
Proposals were received from the followin...
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