Architect Softball Pavilion

Description

RFQ | Softball Pavilion Project Request for Qualifications – Architects Softball Pavilion The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff, in accordance with policies of the Board of Trustees, is soliciting responses from qualified architects for a new Softball Pavilion PROJECT DESCRIPTION The new Softball Pavilion will be located on the Torii Hunter Baseball and Softball Complex, northeast of the main UAPB campus in Pine Bluff, Arkansas. Phase 1 of the Track and Soccer Stadium shall include a site development for Track and Filed activities. The design and location will support – all ground work with eight lane Mondo NCAA Track, as well as a track infield for 2 acres, and a small parking area located in the front. New construction for the softball pavilion will have all elements included in design and construction of the athletic facility equivalent to Torii Hunter Baseball Complex. Some of the elements include but are not limited to: • • • • • • Locker Rooms Concession stand Media booth Coach’s office Restrooms Equipment Storage The new Softball Pavilion will expand and enhance campus infrastructure to better serve academic, athletic needs, and quality of life while providing equality of the competitive athletic facilities. Architects and consultants will work with a a general contractor/construction manager, and Facilities Management to advance campus master planning and design principles, as well as sustainability requirements (LEED Silver is baseline). PROJECT COST The total project cost is currently estimated at $1.2 million. The Architects and consultants will work with Facilities Management and Athletics to advance campus master planning and design principles, as well as sustainability requirements. This will be funded by OCR and Davis-Bacon Wages must be included. PREFERRED EXPERIENCE 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Respondents should be familiar with and sensitive to NCAA and SWAC rules and regulations, and mindful of the partnerships established by each association. Respondents should be able to communicate and associate with The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff Partners (food service, technology, management, etc.) Respondents should have experience with technology in relation to NCAA Division I Athletics in areas such as recruiting, building management, student-athlete academic development, and coaching staff assistance and efficiency.