HomeMy WebLinkAboutCRA-R-13-0001 RFQ DocumentsMARC D. SARNOFT
OMNI Board Chair
May 11th, 2012
Mr, Willy Bermello, AIA.
Principal
Sermon°, Ajamil and Partners, Inc.
2601 S. Baystiore Drive, 10th Floor
Miami, FL 33133
PIETER A. BOCKWEG
Executive Director
Via fax: 306-860.3700
RE: RFQ 11-009 (Re -advertisement) Architecture Services — Design Criteria
Package for the Miami Entertainment Complex
Dear Mr. Bermello,
On behalf of the selection ,committee, I -would like to thank you for participating in the -above
referenced RFQ. The selection ComMiftee held otal presentations on May 11th, 2012 and
ranked the three shortlisted firms based on the sooting criteria outlined in the RFQ. Based on
this criteria and careful consideration of all of the sh:ortlisted firms, the final ranking order is as
follows:
1. Berman°, Ajamll and Partners, inc.
2. Araltects International, inc.
3, CSA Group
In accordance with State Statutesfor consultant selection, these three firms are seiected in
ranking order and negotiations will begin With the firms in ranking order. If negotiations are
unsuccessful with the top tanked firm, then negotiations will continue with the second ranked
-firm. and so forth.
Mark Spanioli, P.E.
Director of Engineering and Construction
cc: Pieter A. Bockweg, Executive Director
Bert Gonzalez, Assist Director Omni CIA
SOUTHEAST OVERTOWN/PARK WEST, OMNI REDEVELOPMENT DISTRICT, AND MIDTOWN
COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCIES
49 N.W. 51." Street, Ste. 100 / Miami, FL 331.28 / Telephone: (305) 67946800 / Facsimile (305) 67946836
Email: oraAct,miami,f1,us, / WebsIte: www.mlami-ora,org
To: Pieter Bockweg
Exeoutive Director
SOUTHEAST OVERTOWN/PARK WEST, OMNI
AND MIDTOWN
COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCIES
INTER.OFFICE MEMORANDUM
Date: May 111h, 2012 File:
Subject: RFQ 11-009 (re -advertisement) -
Architecture Services for the Miami
Entertainment Complex
From. Mark Spanioll, P.E. References:
Director of Engineering and Construction
Enclosures: Oral Presentation Final Scoring
Sheet
This morning, the Mia-mi Entertainment Complex Design Criteria Paokage Selection Conimittee.for
11PQ '11-009 observed the .oral presentations provided by -the three firms that -submitted a qualification
packageforthis solicitation. Based on the. requirements of Chapter 287.055, Florida Statutes
"Consultant Competitive Negotiation Aot", the CRA required that no fewer than three firms provide oral
public presentations to theselection. committee.. Based on the oral presentations and the storing
criteria outlined in the RFQ, the selection committee determined the following final ranking order for
the shortlisted firms:
1. BermeFlo, Ajarnil and Partners, Inc,
2, Architects International, inc.
3. CSA Group
In accordance with Chapter 287.055, Florida Statutes., the CRA must select no fewer than three firms
to begin negotiationwith in rariking order. If you concur with the re -spits, we will .begin negotiations
with the top ranked firm which includes scope and fee negotiations. If we are successful at
'negotiating with the top ranked firm., we can then present the findings and the negotiated contract -at
your direction and recommendation to the Board for approval. If we are unsuccessful at negotiating
an agreement with th-e top ranked firm, we will then proceed with negotiations with the second ranked
firm and:so on until we are able to come to a satisfactory agreement,
Please advise if you concur with the process -and findln.gs.th.us far so _that we can proceed -with the
contract negetiatiOnsin ranking order.
cc; Bert Gonzalez, Assistant Director
L.)
Selection Committee Oral Presentation Scoring Sheet
Project:
Architecture Services
Design Criteria Package for the Miami Entertainment Complex
Bid Number: RFQ 11-009 Re -advertisement
Date: 5/11 /2012-Final Ranking
Selection Committee
Member
Bermello
Ajamil
.CSA Group
Architects
Intern
Mark Spanioli, P E.
90
56
85
Bert Gonzalez
96
56
88
Patricia Arias
95
62
94
Barry Gordon
95
61
96
Dean Lewis, AIA
90
58
80
Sub Total
466
293
443
Average Score
93.2
58.6
88.6
Shortlist Ranking
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MARC'-D. SARNOFF
OMNI 1#ontd Choir
May 1st, 2012
Mr. Willy A, Bermello, AIA AICP
Principal in Charge
Bermello, Ajamil and Partners
2601 S. Bayshore Drive, 10th Floor
Miami., FL 33133
P1ETER A. BOCKWi"SC3
Executive Director
Via fax: 305-860.3700
RE; RFC1 11-009 (Re -advertisement) Architecture .Services — Design Criteria
Package for the Miami Entertainment Complex
Dear Mr. Bermello,
On behalf of the Omni Redevelopment District Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA), I
would like to thank you for participating in the above referenced RFQ, The CIA received three
qualification packages before the submission deadline for this RPrs .. Based on the requirements
of Chapter 237,955, Florida Statutes "Consultants' Orompetifive Negotiation Act", the CRA will
would like to have no feviier than three firms provide Oral presentations to the selection
committee. The three firms that submitted qualification packages in no particular order with oral
presentation times are as follows:
1. Bermello, Ajamil and Partners, Inc. (9:00 am)
2. CSA Group, Inc. (9140 am)
3.. Ardhitects international, Inc. (10:2 am)
The :oral presentations shall be conducted at the offices of the CRA on Friday, May 11th, 2012
starting at 9:00 am. Each presenter will be given 5 minutes for set-up., 15 minutes of
presentation time and 10 minutes for questions and answers. The presentations -will be held in
the Large conference room of the ORA. No NV equipment is available in the conference room,
but a large white blank wall is available for projecting onto if -so desired.
Please acknowledge yourrecelpt of this letter -and confirm your attendance by emaliing me no
taterthan Friday May 4"',.2012 et: mspan(c mlamloov,com. We look forward to your continued
participation in this process.
Mark Spanioli, P.E.
Director of Engineering and Construction
cc: Pieter A. Bookweg, Executive Director Omni CRA.
Bert Gonzalez, Assist Director Omni CRA
SOUTHEAST OVERTOWN/PARK WEST, OMNI REDEVELOPMENT DISTRICT, AND MIDTOWN
COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AOENCtES
49 N.W. 5TH Street, Ste. 100 / Miami, FL 33128 / Telephone: (305) 679.6800 / Facsimile (305) 679-6836
Lmall: cra aC'2cl:mlaml.flm, / Website: www.miaml-cra.org
M1K D. SARNOFF
OMN'1 Board Chair
May 1st, 2012
Mr. Juan Crespi, R.A.
Principal
Architects international, Inc.
227 NE 26 Terrace
Miami:, FL 33137
. PETER A. SOCKWEG
.Executive Director
Via fax: 305-576.5150
RE: RFQ 114009 file -advertisement) Architecture Services — Design Criteria
Package for the -Miami Entertainment Complex
Dear Mr. Crespi,
On behalf of -the Omni Redevelopment District Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA), I
would like to thank you for participating in the above referenoed -RFQ. The CRA received three
q.ualiffoation packages before the .sub.missiori deadline for this RFQ.. Based on the requirements
of Chapter 287.t 56, Florida Statutes "Consultants' Competitive Negotiation Act", the CRA will
would like to have no fewer than thr:.ee'firms provide oral presentations to the selection
committee. The'three firms that 'submitte.d qualification paokages In no particular order with oral
presentation times.are as follows:
1. Bermelio, Ajarnii and Partners, Inc, (9:00 am)
2. CSA Croup, Inc. 0:40 am).
3. Arohltects international, inc. (10:20 am)
The oral presentations shall be .conducted at the offices of the CPA on Friday, May 11 th, 2012
starting at 9.00 am. Each prase nter will be given 5 minutes for set-up, 15 minutes of
presentation time and -10 minutes for question's and answers. The presentations will be held in
the large conference room of the CRA. No NV equipment is available in the conference room,
but a large white blank wall Is available for projecting onto if so desired,
Please acknowledge your receipt of this letter and confirm your attendance by emafling me no -
later than Friday May 4th, 2012 at. mspanamiamigov.00m. We look forward to your continued
participation in this process.
Mark Spanloli, P,E,
Director of Engineering and Construction
CO: Pieter A. Bockweg, Exeoutive Director .Omni CRA
Bert Gonzalez, Assist Director Omni CRA
SOUTHEAST OVERTOWN/PARK WEST, OMNI REDEVELOPMENT DISTRICT, AND MIDTOWN
COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCIES
49 N.W. 5r" Street, Sate. 100 / Miami, F~'L 33128 /Telephone; (308) 679-6800 / Facsimile (306) 679-6835
Email: ora@,i,miaml.t{,41, / W.ehsite: www.mlamI-cra.org
MARC D. SA1 N(»''F
OMNI Board Chair
May 1st, 2012
Mr. Reinalda Vera, R.A.
Vice -President
CSA Group
6100 Blue Lagoon Drive, Suite 300
Miami, FL 33126
RE:
Dear Mr. Vera,
PIETER A.1301CKWEG
Executive Director
Via fax; 305-461.64.94
RFQ 11.009 (.Rewadvertisement) Architecture Services — Design Criteria
Package for the Miami Entertainment Complex
On behalf -of the-Om.ni Redevelopment District Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA), I
would like to thank you. for participating in the. above referenced RFQ. The CRA received three
qualification packages before the submission d.eadiine for this RFQ. Based .on the requirements
of Chapter 287:055, Florida Statutes "Constaitants' Competitive Negotiation Act", the CRA will
would like to have no fewer than three firms provide.oral presentations to the selection
committee. The three firms that submitted qualification packages in no particular order with oral
presentation times are as follows:
1, Bermello, Ajamii and Partners, Inc..(9:00 am)
2. CSA Group, Inc. (9:40 am)
3. Architects international, Inc, (1•0:20 am)
The oral presentations shall -be conducted at the offices of the ORA on Friday, May 11th, 2012
starting at 9:00 am. Each presenter will be given 5 minutes for set-up, 15 minutes of
presentation -time and 1:e minutes for questions and answers. The presentations will be held in
the large conference room ofth.e CRA. No A/V equipment is available in the conference room,
but a large white blank wall is available for projecting .onto if so desired.
Please acknowledge -your receipt of this letter and confirm your attendance. by mailing me no
later -than Friday Ma`y 4th, 2012 at: imspan("miarnigov,.com. We look forward to your continued
participation in this process.
Sincerely,
Mark Spanioi
Director of Engineering and 'Construction
cc; Pieter A. Baekweg., Executive Director Omni CRA
Bert Gonzalez, Assist Director Omni ORA
SOUTHEAST OVERTOWN/PARK WEST, OMNI REDEVELOPMENT DISTRICT, AND MIDTOWN
COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCIES
49 N.W. 51" Street, Ste. 100 / Miami, FL 33128 / Telephone: (305) 679.6800 / Feasimile (305) 679-6835
Email: ore(7.oi.mlemi fl, s, / Website: www,miaml-cra,org
BID ITEK
CITY OF MIAJVH OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK
HIDSECURITY LIST RECEIVED LATE
Architectural Services — Design Criteria Package for Miami Entertainment
Complex
BID NUMBER: CRA — Bid No, 11-009
)ATE 13ID OPENED: Monday, April 30, 2012 TIME: 2:1)0 PM
BIDDER
Berincito Ajamil & Partners. Inc.
CSA .Group
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Architects International Inc.
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PREPARED BY:
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Depu City Clerk
REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS
ARCHITECTURE SERVICES - DESIGN CRITERIA PACKAGE FOR THE
MIAMI ENTERTAINMENT COMPLEX
RFQ NUMBER
11-009 RE -ADVERTISEMENT
ISSUE DATE
APRIL 10T", 2012
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION & CLARIFICATION DEADLINE
APRIL 2OT", 2012
RESPONSE SUBMISSION DATE
APRIL 25T", 2012
2:00 PM
CONTACT
Mark Spanioli, P.E.
Director of Engineering and Construction
City of Miami
Community Redevelopment Agency
49 NW 5th Street, Suite 100
Miami, Florida 33128
Fax: 305-679-6835
Email: mspan miamigov.com
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Public Notice Pg. 2
SECTION 1
Introduction to Request for Qualifications (RFQ) Pg. 3
SECTION 2
RFQ Scope of Services Pg. 6
SECTION 3
RFQ General Conditions Pg. 8
SECTION 4
Instructions for Submitting a Response Pg. 11
SECTION 5
Evaluation and Selection Process Pg. 16
SECTION 6
RFQ Response Forms Pg. 18
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PUBLIC NOTICE
COMMUNITY REDEVELPOMENT AGENCY
REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS
ARCHITECTURE SERVICES ® DESIGN CRITERIA PACKAGE FOR THE
MIAMI ENTERTAINMENT COMPLEX
RFQ NO: 11-009 RE -ADVERTISEMENT
The CRA is seeking the services of an Architecture firm(s) to provide professional services for the
development of a Design Criteria Package for the Miami Entertainment Complex. The Proposer
and its Sub -consultants must be able to perform every element of the scope of services as
outlined in the RFQ package.
Completed Responses must be delivered to the City of Miami City Clerk's Office, 3500 Pan
American Drive, Miami, Florida 33133 no later than 2:00 pm, on April 25th, 2012 ("Response
Submission Date"). Any Responses received after the above date and time or delivered to a
different address or location will not be considered.
RFQ documents may be obtained on or after April 10th, 2012, from the CRA offices, 49 N.W. 5th
Street, Suite 100, Miami, Florida 33128, or from the CRA webpage (www.miamicra.com). It is the
sole responsibility of all firms to ensure the receipt of any addendum and it is recommended that
firms periodically check the CRA webpage for updates and the issuance of addenda.
The CRA reserves the right to accept any Responses deemed to be in the best interest of the
CRA, to waive any minor irregularities, omissions, and/or technicalities in any Responses, or to
reject any or all Responses and to re -advertise for new Responses as deemed necessary by the
CRA.
Pieter A. Bockweg, CRA Executive Director
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SECTION 1
1.0: INTRODUCTION TO REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS
1. Invitation
Thank you for your interest in this Request for Qualifications ("RFQ"). The City of Miami
Community Redevelopment Agency (the "CRA") invites responses ("Responses") which
offer to provide the services described in Section 2.0: "Scope of Services."This RFQ is
being issued pursuant to Florida Statute 287.055: "the Consultants' Competitive
Negotiation Act."
1.2 Agreement Terms and Conditions
The Proposer(s) selected to provide the service(s) requested herein (the "Successful
Proposer(s)") shall be required to execute a Professional Services Agreement
("Agreement") with the CRA in substantially the same form as the Agreement included
as part of the RFQ.
1.3 Submission of Responses
Sealed written Responses must be received no later than the date, time, and at the
location indicated in the Public Notice and on the cover of this RFQ in order to be
responsive. Faxed documents are not acceptable. One (1) original and four (4) copies
of your Response and sets of Response forms must be submitted or your Response
may be disqualified.
1.4 Additional Information or Clarification
Requests for additional information or clarifications must be made in writing to the CRA
at the location listed on the cover page of this RFQ. Proposers may also fax or e-mail
their requests for additional information or clarifications.. Facsimiles must have a cover
sheet that includes the Proposer's name, the RFQ number and title, the specific project
title and the number of pages transmitted. Any request for additional information or
clarification must be received in writing no later than 5:00 PM on April 20th, 2012.
The CRA will issue responses to inquiries and any other corrections or amendments it
deems necessary in written addenda issued prior to the Response Submission Date.
Proposers should not rely on any representations, statements or explanations other than
those made in this RFQ or in any written addendum to this RFQ. Where there appears to
be conflict between the RFQ and any addenda issued, the last addendum issued shall
prevail.
It is the Proposer's responsibility to assure submission and receipt of all addenda. Prior
to submitting the Response, the Proposer should check the CRA webpage, where all
addenda will be posted.
1.5 Award of an Agreement
An Agreement may be awarded to the Successful Proposer for the project by the CRA
Board of Commissioners, based upon the qualification requirements reflected herein.
The CRA reserves the right to execute or not execute, as applicable, an Agreement with
the Successful Proposer when it is determined to be in the CRA's best interests. The
award and execution of the Agreement shall comply with the Consultants' Competitive
Negotiation Act, Florida Statute §287.055.
1.6 Agreement Execution
By submitting a Response, the Proposers agree to be bound to and execute the
Agreement for Architecture Services.
1.7 Unauthorized Work
The Successful Proposer(s) shall not begin work until the CRA issues a Notice to
Proceed. Such Notice to Proceed shall constitute the CRA's authorization to begin work.
Any unauthorized work performed by the Successful Proposer(s) shall be deemed non-
compensable by the CRA and Proposer will not have any recourse against the CRA for
performing unauthorized work.
1.8 Submittal Instructions
Careful attention must be given to all requested items contained in this RFQ. Proposers
are invited to submit Responses in accordance with the requirements of this RFQ.
PLEASE READ THE ENTIRE SOLICITATION BEFORE SUBMITTING A RESPONSE.
Proposers shall make the necessary entry in all blanks and forms provided for the
Response.
Responses shall be submitted in a sealed envelope or package with the RFQ number and
opening date clearly noted on the outside of the envelope.
1.9 Changes/Alterations
Proposer may change or withdraw a Response at any time prior to Response Submission
Deadline. All changes or withdrawals shall be made in writing. OralNerbal changes,
modifications or withdrawals will not be recognized and will be disregarded. Written
modifications will not be accepted after the Response Submission Deadline. Proposers
shall not assign or otherwise transfer their Response.
1.10 Sub-consultant(s)
A Sub -consultant is an individual or firm contracted by the Proposer or Proposer's firm to
assist in the performance of services required under this RFQ. A Sub -consultant shall be
paid through Proposer or Proposer's firm and not paid directly by the CRA. Sub -
consultants are allowed by the CRA in the performance of the services delineated within
this RFQ. Proposer must clearly reflect in its Response the major Sub -consultants to be
utilized in the performance of required services. The CRA retains the right to accept or
reject any Sub -consultant proposed in the Response of Successful Proposer(s) or
proposed prior to Agreement execution. Any and all liabilities regarding the use of a Sub -
consultant shall be borne solely by the Successful Proposer(s) and insurance for each
Sub -consultant must be maintained in good standing and approved by the CRA
throughout the duration of the Agreement. Neither the Successful Proposer(s) nor any of
its Sub -consultants are considered to be employees or agents of the CRA. Failure to list
all major Sub -consultants and provide the required information may disqualify any
proposed Sub -consultants from performing work under this RFQ.
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Proposers shall include in their Responses the requested Sub -consultant information
and include all relevant information required of the Proposer.
Proposers are expressly prohibited from substituting Sub -consultant contained in the
Response. Such substitution, for any reason, after receipt of the Response, and prior to
award by the CRA, shall result in disqualification of the Response from further
consideration for award.
1.11 Discrepancies, Errors, and Omissions
Any discrepancies, errors, or ambiguities in the RFQ or addenda (if any) should be reported
in writing to the CRA in the manner prescribed in the RFQ Section 1.4. Should it be
necessary, the CRA will issue an addendum clarifying such conflicts or ambiguities.
1.12 Disqualification
The CRA reserves the right to disqualify Responses before or' after the submission date,
upon evidence of collusion with intent to defraud or other illegal practices on the part of
the Proposer. It also reserves the right to waive any immaterial defect or informality in
any Response; to reject any or all Responses in whole or in part, or to reissue a RFQ.
Any Response submitted by a Proposer who is in arrears, e.g., money owed or
otherwise in debt by failing to deliver goods or services to the CRA (including any
agency or department of the City of Miami) or where the CRA has an open claim against
a Proposer for monies owed the CRA at the time of Proposal submission, will be
rejected as non -responsive, and shall not be considered for award.
Any Proposer who submits in its Response any information that is determined by the
CRA, in its sole opinion, to be substantially inaccurate, misleading, exaggerated, or
incorrect, shall be disqualified from consideration for award of the Agreement.
The CRA reserves the right to reject Responses submitted by limited liability
corporations.
1.13 Proposer's Expenditures
Proposers understand and agree that any expenditure they make in preparation and
submittal of Responses or in the performance of any services requested by the CRA in
connection with the Responses to this RFQ are exclusively at the expense of the
Proposers. The CRA shall not pay or reimburse any expenditure or any other expense
incurred by any Proposer in preparation of a Response and/or anticipation of a contract
award and/or to maintain the approved status of the Successful Proposer(s) if an
Agreement is awarded, and/or administrative or judicial proceedings resulting from the
solicitation process.
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SECTION 2
2.0. RFQ SCOPE OF SERVICES
2.1. Purpose
The CRA is seeking the services of an Architecture firm to provide professional
services for the development of a Design Criteria Package for the Miami
Entertainment Complex. The Proposer and its Sub -consultants must be able to
perform every element of the scope of services as outlined below.
2.2. Background and Existing Conditions
The proposed Miami Entertainment Complex is a facility owned by the CRA
located at 50 NW 14 Street (29 NW 13 Street), Miami, Florida. The facility also
known as the Miami Skills Center Building was previously owned by the Miami -
Dade School Board. The CRA recently acquired this 1947 built warehouse
facility from the School Board with the intent to transform it into a world class film
studio complex. The property is located within the Miami 21 zone D-1 district.
The building has a footprint of approximately 77,000 SF. The building is primarily
a warehouse facility with average ceiling heights of approximately 18 feet. At the
northeast corner of the facility is a two story space that once held classrooms of
approximately 12,800 SF. The building footprint covers the entire site with zero
setbacks on any of its sides. FDOT owns the vacant property adjacent to and on
the south side of the facility in which the CRA is leasing from FDOT to use as the
parking/loading area. The building is also adjacent to the FEC right-of-way on
the west side. A survey of the property was performed when the CRA acquired
the property and is available for review. No as -built plans of the actual structure
are available.
2.3. Scope of Services
Consultant shall provide the following services:
• Architecture
• Structural, Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing and Civil Engineering
• Cost Estimating
• General Contractor/Construction Management
• Design Criteria Package Development
• As -built preparation
• 40-year recertification inspection and report
These services shall include all trades deemed necessary to complete the
Design Criteria Package in order for the CRA to have all the necessary
documents required for the future advertisement of a Design/Build Request for
Proposals package. The team shall include a General Contractor/Construction
Manager who has experience with building rehabilitation/expansion to help
determine the best means/methods and construction options/techniques to be
outlined in the Design Criteria Package for the project.
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2.4. Proposed Project
The intent of the project is to develop a state of the art film studio complex that
will provide the infrastructure necessary to attract major film productions, tv
series, commercials and other film/tv industry clients as tenants to use the facility
year round.
The proposed project shall be comprised of the following minimum requirements:
• Raise the entire buildings present roof to a height of 50 feet.
• Provide for "FLEX" office space in the N. E. quadrant of approx. 12,000 SF / 2
floors or optional a 24,000 SF / 4 floors space.
• Build at least two fully operational Film Sound Stages of approx. 10,000 -
15,000 SF.
• Provide "Motion Capture Stage" - Special Visual Effects Green Screen Stage
• The facility will require new Electrical Grids, Plumbing, HVAC, Sound
Proofing/Insulation, Lighting and a Cat Walk Grid
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SECTION 3
3.0: RFQ GENERAL CONDITIONS
3.1. Acceptance/Rejection
The CRA reserves the right to accept or reject any or all Responses or to select the
Proposer(s) that, in the opinion of the CRA, is/are in its best interest(s). The CRA also
reserves the right to reject any Proposer(s) who has previously failed to properly perform
under the terms and conditions of a contract, to deliver on time any contracts with the
CRA, and who is not in a position to perform the requirements defined in this RFQ.
Further, the CRA may waive informalities, technicalities, minor irregularities, and/or
request new Responses for the services specified in this RFQ and may, at its discretion,
withdraw and/or re -advertise the RFQ.
3.2. Legal Requirements
This RFQ is subject to all applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, ordinances,
rules and regulations that in any manner affect any and all of the services covered
herein. Lack of knowledge by the Proposer shall in no way be cause for relief from
responsibility.
3.3 Non -Appropriation of Funds
In the event that insufficient funds are appropriated and budgeting or funding is
otherwise unavailable in any fiscal period for this Project, then the CRA, shall have the
unqualified right to terminate the Work Order(s), or Agreement upon written notice to the
Consultant, without any penalty or expense to the CRA. No guarantee, warranty or
representation is made that any particular work or any project(s) will be assigned to any
firm(s).
3.4 Occupational License Requirement
Proposer(s) shall meet the City Occupational License requirements in accordance with
Chapter 31, Article II of the City of Miami Code, as amended. Proposer(s) with a
business location outside the City of Miami shall meet the applicable local Occupational
License requirements. A copy of the license should be submitted with the Response.
The CRA may, at its sole option, allow the Proposer to submit a copy of the
Occupational Licenses after the Response Submission Date.
3.5 Minimum Qualification Requirements
The Proposer(s) must have a minimum of five (5) years experience under its current
name and ownership providing the required professional services as stipulated in Florida
Statute 287.055 (CCNA). The Proposer must have a proven record of successfully
completing projects. The Proposer must be able to demonstrate past experience
with the planning and/or design of a film/movie/TV studio, sound stage or a
directly related development project within the past 5 years. The Proposer must
be able to demonstrate experience with developing a Design Criteria Package with
the constraints of a construction budget.
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A minimum of three (3) references from Owner's of the project(s) of a similar, size,
scope, and complexity are to be included in the Response. Failure to submit the
reference forms may result in the Response being deemed non -responsive.
Each firm interested in responding to this RFQ must provide information on the firm's
qualifications and experience, qualifications of the project team, members and staff,
Project Manager's experience, and previous work of similar size, scope and complexity.
See Section 4.0 "Instructions for Submitting a Response: Submission Requirements" for
further direction. Responses that do not completely adhere to all requirements may be
considered non -responsive and eliminated from the process.
3.6 Public Entity Crimes
A person or affiliate who has been placed on the convicted Proposer/Bidder list following
a conviction for a public entity crime may not submit a Response on a contract to provide
any goods or services to a public entity, may not submit a Response on a contract with a
public entity for the construction or repair of a public building or public works project,
may not submit a Response on a lease of real property to a public entity, may not be
awarded or perform work as a contractor, supplier, subcontractor, or consultant under a
contract with any public entity, and may not transact business with any public entity in
excess of the threshold amount provided in Section §287.017, Florida Statutes, as
amended, for Category Two for a period of 36 months from the date of being placed on
the convicted Bidder / Proposer list.
3.7 Review of Responses for Responsiveness
Each Response will be reviewed to determine if it is responsive to the submission
requirements outlined in the RFQ. A "responsive" Response is one which meets the
requirements of the RFQ, is submitted in the format outlined in the RFQ, is of timely
submission, and has appropriate signatures/attachments as required on each document.
3.8 Collusion
The Proposer, by submitting a Response, certifies that its Response is made without
previous understanding, agreement or connection either with any person, firm, or
corporation submitting a Response for the same services, or with the CRA, The
Proposer certifies that its Response is fair, without control, collusion, fraud, or other
illegal action. The Proposer further certifies that it is in compliance with the conflict of
interest and code of ethics laws. The CRA will investigate all situations where collusion
may have occurred and the CRA reserves the right to reject any and all Responses
where collusion may have occurred.
3.9 Clarifications
The CRA reserves the right to request clarifications of information submitted and to
request any necessary supporting documentation or information of one or more
Proposers after the deadline for submission of Responses.
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3.10 Key Personnel
Subsequent to submission of a Response and prior to award of an Agreement, Key
Personnel shall not be changed. Any changes in Key Personnel will result in the
Response being rejected and not considered for award.
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SECTION 4
4.0: INSTRUCTIONS FOR SUBMITTING A RESPONSE
Submit the following information and documents with Proposer's Response to this RFQ.
Failure to do so may deem your Responses non -responsive. Non -responsive submittals
will receive no further consideration.
4.1 Submission Requirements
Each Response must contain the following documents required by Sections 4.1 A&B,
each fully completed, and signed as required. Proposers shall prepare their Responses
utilizing the same format outlined below in Section 4.1.B. Each section of the Response
as stipulated in 4.1.B. shall be separated by a tabbed divider identifying the
corresponding section number. Proposers are not to submit any information in response
to this RFQ that has not been requested or which the Proposer considers confidential.
Submission of any confidential information will be deemed a waiver of any confidentiality
or other such protection, which would otherwise be available to the Proposer, except as
specifically permitted under Florida Statute. Proposers are not to include any
documents not specifically required or requested.
Hard cover binders and not be used in the submission of the Response. Only heavy
stock paper, not exceeding 100#, is to be used for the front and back covers as well as
the required section dividers. Proposers should also make every effort to utilize recycled
paper in preparing its proposal. Double sided printing is permitted provided that the
Response complies with the format set forth in 4.1 B.
Do not include additional information not requested in this RFQ unless specified
in the form of an Addendum.
A. CONTENTS OF QUALIFICATION STATEMENT:
1. Proposal Letter (1 page maximum)
2. Qualifications of the Firm
Proposer shall provide the following information as separate sections
under this Category. Each section is to be identified by the corresponding
letter for the section and the sections are to be submitted in the same
order as that shown below:
a. Copies of any federal, State of Florida, county or local small and/or
minority business certifications. (Submit company certification, not
personal certifications)
c. Copy of business licenses, including Occupation, and Florida
Registration. (Submit company certification, not personal certifications)
e. Copy of Certificate of Status or proof that the Proposer is authorized
to perform work in the State of Florida.
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3. Qualifications of the Proposer's Team
An organizational chart of the Project Team shall be provided along with a
one page resume for key personnel as well as copies of any related
professional registrations. The team shall include a General
Contractor/Construction Manager and all other trades deemed necessary
to prepare a complete Design Criteria Package.
4. Qualifications of Project Manager
The individual must have a minimum of ten (10) years experience and
have served as a Project Manager on similar projects on a minimum of
three (3) previous occasions. Failure to meet the specified minimum
requirement will result in the proposal being deemed non -responsive.
Provide a one page resume reflecting the Project Manager's education,
experience and qualifications as they relate to this Project is required.
5. Project Design Approach (3 page maximum)
Proposer shall include a detailed explanation of its project design
approach as it relates to this Project. This section shall outline how the
proposer intends on developing a Design Criteria Package that will meet
the requirements outlined, be within the CRA's design -build budget and
provide all the necessary elements to create a world class film studio
complex.
6. Technical Capabilities (3 pages maximum)
Proposer shall include a brief explanation of its technical capabilities as it
relates to this Project in the following areas:
➢ Sustainable design — Approach to minimizing the daily and
long term operational and maintenance cost, including the
application of "green" design.
➢ Cost Estimating — Approach to cost estimating as it relates to
this project.
➢ Value engineering — Approach used in determining material
and equipment quality, and maximizing efficiency within the
design.
D. Design Criteria Package Development — Experience on other
DCP package developments related to Design/Build projects.
7. Project Experience Past Five (5) Years:
Proposer shall only include projects that have been completed and are
comparable to the types of projects to be awarded under the Agreement.
(List no more than 5 projects)
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8. Proposers References:
Proposer shall provide reference letters from past clients and a list of
references from past clients. (3 letters required and 5 references
required)
9. Acknowledgment of Addenda and Proposer Information Forms
B. Response Submission Format
Responses are to be prepared and submitted in the following format. Failure to
comply with this format may result in the Response being determined non-
responsive.
Section A
The following documents shall be included in the order listed.
1. Proposal Letter
2. Qualifications of Firm
3. Qualifications of Team
a. Team Organizational Chart
b. Resume of Key Personnel
Section B
1. Qualifications of Project Manager
a. Resume of Project Manager
Section C
1. Project Design Approach
2. Technical Capabilities
Section D
1. Proposer's Project Experience
2. Proposer's References
Section E
1. Agreement Provisions
2. Acknowledgment of Addenda and Proposer Information Forms
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4.2. Response Submission
One (1) original and four (4) bound copies of your complete response to this RFQ
must be delivered to:
Ms. Priscilla A. Thompson, City Clerk
City of Miami
Office of the City Clerk
3500 Pan American Drive
First Floor
Miami, Florida 33133
Responses must be clearly marked on the outside of the package referencing
RFQ No. 11-009 RE -ADVERTISEMENT
ARCHITECTURE SERVICES — DESIGN CRITERIA PACKAGE FOR THE
MIAMI ENTERTAINMENT COMPLEX
Responses received at any other location than the aforementioned or after the
Response Submission Date and time shall be deemed non -responsive and shall
not be considered.
Responses should be signed by an official authorized to bind the Proposer to the
provisions given in the Responses. Responses are to remain valid for at least 180
days. Upon award of an Agreement, the contents of the Responses of the Successful
Proposer(s) may be included as part of the Agreement, at the CRA's discretion.
SUBMITTAL GUIDELINES
1. General
Only one (1) Response from an individual, firm, partnership, corporation or joint
venture will be considered in response to this RFQ. Sub -consultants, business
entity, or Sub -Contractors may be included in more than one Response
submitted by more than one Proposer. A firm, partnership, corporation or joint
venture that submits a Response may not be a Sub -Consultant on another
Response submitted under this RFQ.
Joint venture firms must complete and submit with their Response the form titled
"Information for Determining Joint Venture Eligibility", (Form A) and submit a
copy of the formai agreement between all joint -venture parties. This joint venture
agreement must indicate their respective roles, responsibilities and levels of
participation for the Project. Failure to timely submit Form A, along with an
attached written copy of the joint venture agreement may result in disqualification
of your Response.
Joint Venture Submissions will be evaluated based on the combined team. Each
member of a Joint Venture shall provide the information listed above.
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Proposer must clearly reflect in its Response any Sub -Consultants proposed to
be used, and provide for the Sub -Consultant the same information required of the
Proposer. The CRA retains the right to accept or reject any proposed Sub -
Consultants.
Throughout this RFQ, the phrases "must" and "shall" will denote mandatory
requirements. Any Response that does not meet the mandatory requirements is
subject to immediate disqualification.
SECTION 5
5.0 EVALUATION/SELECTION PROCESS
A. Evaluation Procedures
The procedure for response evaluation and selection is as follows:
1. Request for Qualifications issued.
2. Receipt of Responses.
3. Opening and listing of all Responses received.
4. Preliminary review by CRA staff for compliance with the submission
requirements of the RFQ, including verification that each Response
includes all documents required.
5. Review by professional staff and/or Selection Committee certifying that
the Proposer is qualified to render the required services according to
State regulations.
6. The staff or Selection Committee, appointed by the CRA Executive
Director, shall meet to evaluate each responsive Response in accordance
with the requirements of this RFQ. The staff or Committee will select a
minimum of three (3) firms deemed the most highly qualified to perform
the required services, unless fewer than three Responses are received.
At the option of the staff or the Committee, they may decide to hold brief
presentations and interview sessions with all Proposers or Shortlisted
firms.
7. The staff or Selection Committee will forward its recommendation to the
CRA Executive Director, listing the Proposers in rank order.
8. After considering the recommendation of staff or the Selection
Committee, the CRA Executive Director may approve the
recommendation and authorize the CRA to enter into negotiations with the
top ranked firm, request that staff or the Selection Committee provide
additional information as to the ranking of the Responses, or reject all
Responses and cancel or re -issue the solicitation. Upon approval of the
Committee's recommendation the Proposers will be listed in rank order
on the CRA webpage,
9. Upon successful negotiation of an Agreement, CRA Director of Engineering
and Construction will forward the recommended Agreement to the CRA
Executive Director for approval and the CRA Executive Director upon
acceptance of the negotiated Agreement will recommend award by the CRA
Board of Commissioners. Where the CRA is not able to successfully
negotiate an Agreement with the top ranked Proposer(s), the CRA
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Executive Director will recommend that such negotiations be terminated and
that the CRA enter into negotiations with the next ranked Proposer(s) until
an Agreement is negotiated or all Responses are rejected.
10. After reviewing the CRA Executive Director's recommendation, the CRA
Board of Commissioners may: approve the CRA Executive Director's
recommendation and authorize award of the Agreement; reject the
Agreement; or reject all Responses and direct the CRA Executive Director
re -open negotiations or to solicit new Responses.
B. EVALUATION CRITERIA
Responses shall be evaluated according to the following
weight:
> Proposer's Experience and Qualifications
> Proposer's Team Experience
> Experience of Project Manager
➢ Design Philosophy and Process
> Technical Capabilities
> Location
➢ References
criteria and respective
Maximum 20 points
Maximum 15 points
Maximum 15 points
Maximum 15 points
Maximum 15 points
Maximum 15 points
Maximum 5 points
* Location Criteria (15 points maximum)
Prime Firm is located within the City of Miami; or 10 Points
Prime Firm is located within Miami -Dade County (but not
within City of Miami municipal boundary); and 4 Points
Sub -consultant Firm(s) is located within the City of Miami; or 5 Points
Sub -consultant Firm(s) is located within Miami -Dade County
(but not within City of Miami municipal boundary).
3 Points
* Note: To receive points from the sub -consultant category, all of the sub -consultants must be located within
the boundary indicated; otherwise, the points will be prorated accordingly.
Located means a business which conducts all or a portion of its operations from a permanent structure that
is located within the corporate limits of the City of Miami or within Miami -Dade County, and has operated
legally pursuant to all applicable zoning and licensing laws for a minimum of one year prior to the issuance
of this RFQ. If the business is located in the permanent structure pursuant to a lease, such lease must be
in writing for a term no less than one year and have been in effect for no less than one year prior to the
issuance of this RFQ. Firms must provide proof of office location; P.O. boxes will not be accepted. Firms
must also be able to demonstrate that personnel assigned to this project work from the specific office
location submitted.
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SECTION 6
6.0 RFQ RESPONSE FORMS
6.1. RFQ INFORMATION FORM
REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS
RFQ No. 11-009
RFQ No. 11-009: ARCHITECTURE SERVICES - DESIGN CRITERIA PACKAGE FOR THE
MIAMI ENTERTAINMENT COMPLEX
I certify that any and all information contained in this RFQ is true. I certify that this RFQ is made
without prior understanding, agreement, or connections with any corporation, firm or person
submitting a RFQ for the same materials, supplies, equipment, or services and is in all respects
fair and without collusion or fraud. I agree to abide by all terms and conditions of the RFQ, and
certify that I am authorized to sign for the Proposer's firm. Please print the following and sign
your name:
Firm's Name
Principal Business Address
Telephone
Fax
E-mail address
Name
Title
Authorized Signature
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REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS
RFQ No. 11-009
SECTION 6
6.0 RFQ RESPONSE FORMS
6.1a. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF RECEIPT OF ADDENDUMS FORM
RFQ No. 11-009: ARCHITECTURE SERVICES — DESIGN CRITERIA PACKAGE FOR THE
MIAMI ENTERTAINMENT COMPLEX
I acknowledge the receipt and have familiarized myself with all addendums for this RFQ, and
certify that I am authorized to sign for the Proposer's firm. Any and all addendums can be found
on the CRA website by the Response Submission Date. Please print the following and sign
your name:
Firm's Name
Principal Business Address
Telephone
Fax
E-mail address
Name
Title
Authorized Signature
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CRA
REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS
RFQ No. 11-009
6.2.1 CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY
(IF CORPORATION)
STATE OF
SS:
COUNTY OF
I HEREBY CERTIFY that a meeting of the Board of Directors of
, a corporation existing under the laws
of the State of , held on , 20 , and the following
resolution was duly passed and adopted:
"RESOLVED, that, , as of the Corporation, be and
is hereby authorized to execute the Response dated, , 20 , for submission
to the City of Miami CRA, and this Corporation and that their execution thereof, attested by the Secretary
of the Corporation, and with the Corporate Seal affixed, shall be the official act and deed of this
Corporation."
I further certify that said resolution is now in full force and effect.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the official seal of the corporation this
,dayof ,20 .
Secretary:
(SEAL)
FAILURE TO COMPLETE, SIGN, AND RETURN THIS FORM MAY DISQUALIFY YOUR RESPONSE
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REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS
RFQ NO. 11-009
6.2.2 CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY
(IF PARTNERSHIP)
STATE OF
SS:
COUNTY OF
I HEREBY CERTIFY that a meeting of the Partners of
organized and existing under the
laws of the State of , held on , 20 , the
following resolution was duly passed and adopted:
"RESOLVED, that, , as of the Partnership, be
and is hereby authorized to execute the Response dated, 20 , for submission
to the City of Miami CRA, and this Partnership and that their execution thereof, attested by the
shall be the official act and deed of this Partnership."
I further certify that said resolution is now in full force and effect.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this day of
Secretary:
(SEAL)
, 20
FAILURE TO COMPLETE, SIGN AND RETURN THIS FORM MAY DISQUALIFY YOUR RESPONSE
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REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS
RFQ No. 11-009
6.2.3 CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY
(IF JOINT VENTURE)
STATE OF
SS:
COUNTY OF
I HEREBY CERTIFY that a meeting of the Principals of the
organized and existing under the laws of the State of
held on , 20
adopted:
, the following resolution was duly passed and
"RESOLVED, that as of the Joint
Venture be and is hereby authorized to execute the Response dated, 20 , for
submission to the City of Miami CRA, as an official act and deed of this Joint Venture."
I further certify that said resolution is now in full force and effect.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this , day of
20
Secretary:
(SEAL)
FAILURE TO COMPLETE, SIGN AND RETURN THIS FOR MAY DISQUALIFY YOUR RESPONSE
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M� CRA
REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS
RFQ No. 11-009
6.2.4 CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY
(IF INDIVIDUAL)
STATE OF
SS:
COUNTY OF
I HEREBY CERTIFY that as an individual, I
(Name of Individual)
and as a d/b/a (doing business as)
(if applicable)
exist under the laws of the State of Florida.
"RESOLVED, that, as an individual and/or d/b/a (if applicable), is hereby authorized to execute the
Response dated, , 20 , for submission to the City of Miami CRA, as an
individual and/or d/b/a (if applicable) and that my execution thereof, attested by a Notary Public of the
State, shall be the official act and deed of this attestation."
I further certify that said resolution is now in full force and effect.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the official seal of Notary Public this
day of , 20 .
NOTARY PUBLIC:
Commission No.:
I personally know the individual/do not know the individual (Please Circle)
Driver's License #
(SEAL)
FAILURE TO COMPLETE, SIGN, AND RETURN THIS FORM MAY DISQUALIFY YOUR RESPONSE
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REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS
RFQ No. 11.009
6.3 DEBARMENT AND SUSPENSION
(a) Authority and requirement to debar and suspend:
After reasonable notice to an actual or prospective contractual party, and after
reasonable opportunity to such party to be heard, the CRA shall have the authority to
debar a contractual party for the causes listed below from consideration for award of
CRA contracts. The debarment shall be for a period of not fewer than three (3)
years. The CRA shall also have the authority to suspend a contractor from
consideration for award of CRA contracts if there is probable cause for debarment.
Pending the debarment determination, the authority to debar and suspend
contractors shall be exercised in accordance with regulations, which shall be issued
by the CRA after approval by the CRA Board of Commissioners.
(b) Causes for debarment or suspension include the following:
1. Conviction for commission of a criminal offense incident to obtaining or
attempting to obtain a public or private contract or subcontract, or incident to the
performance of such contract or subcontract.
2. Conviction under state or federal statutes of embezzlement, theft, forgery,
bribery, falsification or destruction of records, receiving stolen property, or any
other offense indicating a lack of business integrity or business honesty.
3. Conviction under state or federal antitrust statutes arising out of the submission
of bids or Responses.
4. Violation of contract provisions, which is regarded by the CRA to be indicative of
non -responsibility. Such violation may include failure without good cause to
perform in accordance with the terms and conditions of a contract or to perform
within the time limits provided in a contract, provided that failure to perform
caused by acts beyond the control of a party shall not be considered a basis for
debarment or suspension.
5. Debarment or suspension of the contractual party by any federal, state or other
governmental entity.
6. False certification pursuant to paragraph (c) below.
7. Any other cause judged by the CRA to be so serious and compelling as to affect
the responsibility of the contractual party performing CRA contracts.
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(c) Certification:
All contracts for goods and services, sales, and leases by the CRA shall contain a
certification that neither the contractual party nor any of its principal owners or
personnel has been convicted of any of the violations set forth above or debarred or
suspended as set forth in paragraph (b) (5).
The undersigned hereby certifies that neither the contractual party nor any of its principal
owners or personnel has been convicted of any of the violations set forth above, or
debarred or suspended as set forth in paragraph (b) (5).
Company Name:
Signature:
Date:
FAILURE TO COMPLETE, SIGN, AND RETURN THIS FORM MAY DISQUALIFY YOUR RESPONSE
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PROJECT DESIGN APPROACH
1. Project Design Approach
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PROJECT UNDERSTANDING
The proposed Miami Entertainment Complex located at 50 NW 14 Street in Miami, Florida represents and opportunity for
the City of Miami's Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) to serve as the catalyst in the development of the OMNI-
Downtown CRA into a World Class Media Entertainment District. Along with the proposed projects at the East end of NW
14th avenue, the relocation of the CRA's offices to the Historic Fire Station No.2 building, the proposed street improvements
to NW 14th street and the conversion of what was once a book storage warehouse into a new filming and sound stage
studio will serve as the catalyst for future projects in and around this new entertainment district.
The B&A Team will work to ensure that the Design Criteria Standards fulfill the industry's expectations and with the approval
of the CRA we will include program elements that will compliment the studios, by generating additional revenue. Ourteam
of professionals will work with the CRA, regulatory and permitting agencies and community stakeholders to define critical
project issues and ensure cost effective design solutions.
PROJECT OPPORTUNITIES AND CHALLENGES
The alteration of this structure from a book storage warehouse to a film and sound stage studio presents numerous
opportunities and challenges. Furthermore, the location of this existing structure adjacent to the Florida East Coast Railroad
tracks and the flight path to Miami International Airport acoustical challenges that our Team is well equipped to address
for the CRA.
Program Elements... The first challenge is to define and confirm a building program that will adequately fit within the
existing shell of the building as modified. The studios will be properly sized to meet the latest trends in the industry as well
as having the necessary support spaces. Based on our experience the two (2) required 10,000 SF to 15,000 SF studios with
a clear ceiling height of 50 feet is reasonable. The two major studios should have 20 feet by 20 feet motorized doors
adjacent to an exterior wall. The studios should have catwalks accessible by elevator and the roof structural system should
be designed to support a minimum of 150,000 pounds. Although, a motorized light grid would be the best solution,
this may not be cost effective. A scissor lift should be included as part of the project budget to adequately service each
studio. Each studio should have the appropriate support spaces such as film and sound editing rooms, green rooms, star
accommodations, makeup rooms, prop and wood shop, wardrobe and administrative spaces.
Program Elements for Additional Revenue Stream... In addition to the program elements that are the basis for this project
consideration should be given to program elements that will generate additional revenues for this facility. Our team is
recommending the following:
Exterior Advertising - Given the location of this site adjacent to 395 and with the activities that will be taking place within this
facility there is an opportunity to locate electronic billboards at the south west corner of this facility.
On site Cafe and Restaurant - Film crews work long hours and demand quality food for their staff members at all hours of
the day and night. A cafe concession at this location will meet these needs.
Multi -Purpose Space - Consideration should be given to include additional program elements in the large studio to allow
for a mufti -purpose and educational spaces.
Separate Metering of Studio AC System - The studios should be designed with two separate AC systems. A small system to
maintain a comfortable temperature and humidity level as well as a large system to keep the facility cool and comfortable
when in use. The standard in the industry is to meter the use of the large system and pass the cost on to the group or
organization renting the facility.
Acoustical Considerations... The existing building is adjacent to railroad tracks and near the flight path of a busy international
airport. Any intended use for this building would need to address these acoustical issues. Ourteam of experts will provide
industry tested solutions for each application. Some possible considerations for the studios include using cavity walls with
multiple layers of dry wall covered with sound attenuation padding attached to a neoprene isolated metal stud framing
system. For the sound and film editing rooms we are considering building rooms within the existing building shell properly
isolated from the existing floor slab. This in an effort to eliminate sound vibrations in and out of these spaces.
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Selective Demolition... Under Miami 21, in order to preserve the building's existing FAR, the exterior walls are preserved but
the interior would be gutted through a selection demolition process. The internal structural system of the existing building
is composed of structural steel I shaped columns supporting a steel frame roof. To meet the required spatial dimensions
for the different studios, portions of this building will need to be demolished. Our goal will be to minimize demolition of
existing structural members limited to what is absolutely necessary to allow construction of the film studios while still
maintaining structural integrity of the remaining building. Our strategy, once selective demolishing has been completed,
will be to erect a structural steel frame building that is isolated from the remaining portions of the existing building. This
will further insure proper acoustical isolation of the new construction.
Vehicular Building Access... The existing building has three (3) truck access service areas. This presents an excellent
opportunity to zone the different program elements proposed for this facility. Our design criteria package we will recommend
maintaining these service points and also enhancing them. To properly service the film studios we are recommending
locating two of the studios adjacent to an exterior wall. The exterior wall for each of these studio's will include a 20 foot by
20 foot motorized door with an exterior scissor lift platform that will allow delivery of equipment from truck to studio.
Creating an Entrance... The northeast corner of the existing structure is anchored with a two story art -deco style building.
Art -deco architecture has a strong link to the film industry. Anywhere Main Street USA has a historic art -deco building with
a nautical streamline moderne marquee announcing the latest just released film. Our recommendation is to transform this
two story building into the main entrance.
Education... The film industry is both growing and changing due to the impact from digital computer graphic design. This
facility is poised to become an educational and training center to high school, college and university students. Additionally,
with our strong bilingual community and our business partners in South America this facility could become a magnet for
foreign students interested both in film and computer graphic design.
SCOPE OF SERVICES
1. Data Gathering: As-Builts & Base Drawings - Week No. 1
The project will be initiated with a combined team effort to record existing conditions and prepare field measured as -
built drawings of the existing structure, with respect to the following conditions:
a)
b)
c)
d)
Overall building footprint, column grid, room sizes, openings, entrances and floor changes.
Condition of existing walls and partitions.
Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing systems.
Roof and Site conditions.
The as -built drawings, together with the City's updated survey,
drawings" for analysis and design activities by the team.
In addition during this week, the team will take readings, with
expressway and, roadways.
will be utilized by B&A, in preparing the necessary "base
respect to ambient noise levels from the nearby railway,
Lastly, B&A will prepare a zoning analysis which will compare the pros and cons of developing the project within Miami
21, which requires the "grand fathering" of the existing structure or perimeter wall enclosures and, raising the roof to the
required 50ft minimum height clearance, versus exploring the necessary land use regulatory modifications, whether it be
a district wide amendment or special exception, allowing the CRA to demolish the existing structure while preserving the
original FAR but enjoying the advantages of a new tilt -up, state of the art facility. The analysis will be documented "working
paper format" for review by the CRA.
2. Design Charette - Week No. 2
In conjunction with CRA Staff and stakeholders, which will involve representatives from the film industry in Miami as
well as, representatives of the OMNI-Downtown CRA, the B&A Team will conduct an intense one
week design charette, consisting of a multi -disciplinary workshop where the following issues and concepts will be
explored and analyzed by weighing alternative options or concepts, aimed at providing the CRA with the highest
value sound & film studios at this location:
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a) The most desirable functional and rentable program, in terms of "mix and sizes" of sound and film studios
within the complex.
b) The most desirable layouts and space plan concepts, maximizing flexibility or use, satisfying the program
requirements adopted during the workshop as referred to above in (a).
c) Evaluate and rank the options, in an effort to select the preferred program and concept layout from
functionality; industry needs and expectations; flexibility; cost and constructability.
d) Based on the preferred program and conceptual layout, the B&A Team, at this point led by Klewin
Contractors, and Jim Orlando, who served as the Project Manager at G-Star, will prepare order of magnitude
cost estimates for both the base system design, which at this point would contemplate the preservation of
the existing wall enclosure but raising of the roof; oversees any potential time and cost savings, in the event
that the CRA decides to go the route of an all new facility.
3. Post Design Charette Narrative - Week 3
On week no. 3, B&A will prepare a written summary of the charette findings and recommendations and, the same will
be presented to the CRA Director and Staff for review and conceptual approval.
4. Design Criteria Package - Weeks 4 & 5
Based on the approved design charette findings, the B&A Team will proceed to formalize its findings in a Design Criteria
Executive Summary, suitable for use by the CRA, in soliciting and contracting formal design/bid proposals; as well as in
promoting the project, within the community and the Entertainment and Film Industry. The Design Criteria Executive
Summary will include the following:
1) Introduction & Project Background
2) Regional & Context Map
3) Summary of Project Features & Amenities
4) Rendered Site Plan, illustrating the principal building; parking areas; loading areas and truck access; building
entrances and surrounding context.
5) Floor Plans to scale, illustrating all functional program elements, indicating room sizes and where
appropriate, ceiling heights.
6) Transverse building section illustrating height relationships; catwalks; and plenums.
7) Rendered building elevations indicating materials; wall openings; and overall building parapet heights.
8) Three (3) fully rendered 3D perspectives, one an aerial or bird's eye view perspective, illustrating the project
exterior and its environs; and, the other two consisting of interior 3D views of sound and film studios.
9) Acoustic/Sound attenuation details for demising partitions and exterior walls; as well as, the appropriate
rating for floors and ceilings will be presented in a special acoustics section.
10) An outline specifications narrative will be prepared, defining the following systems and building components:
a) Site and Civil features, fixtures and amenities.
b) Architectural materials, finishes and building assemblies.
c) Structural Elements
d) HVAC air handling equipment and distribution system.
e) Electrical Panels, distribution and lighting.
f) Plumbing fixtures and systems.
g) Fire Protection and suppression systems.
5. Final Presentation & Cost - Week 6
While the B&A design team is busy finalizing the Design Criteria Package during week 4 & 5, the General Contractor in
the B&A team, Klewin Construction, led by Jim Orlando, will work side by side with the B&A Team and their specialists,
to prepare a line item "cost estimate" budget.
This line item budget along with the Design Criteria Executive Summary will be presented in a PowerPoint presentation
to the CRA Board on Week 6.
ARCHITECTURE SERVICES - DESIGN CRITERIA PACKAGE FOR THE MIAMI ENTERTAINMEN1 COMPLEX