PPEA Solicitation Request for Proposals Conceptual Phase Design and Construction of Recreation and Library Facilities at NFWC (RFP)

Description

1.1. The City of Norfolk (“City” or “Owner”) desires to contract with an experienced and qualified Private Entity under the Public Private Education Facilities and Infrastructure Act of 2002, Code of Virginia §56-575.1 et seq. (“PPEA”), and in accordance with City Code Section 33.1 Article IX Guidelines for Proposals Under Virginia’s Public-Private Education Facilities and Infrastructure Act, for the design and construction of a new Combination Recreation and Library Facility at NFWC (hereinafter referred to as “Project”). This Request for Proposals (“RFP”) describes the Project in greater detail below.1.2. The Project includes the design and construction of a new Combination Recreation and Library Facility at the site of the current Norfolk Fitness and Wellness Center (NFWC) at 7300 Newport Avenue in Norfolk, Virginia. The Project will be the first of its kind in Norfolk. This new center combines two independent municipal departments into one. Under one roof, typical features of a recreation center; aquatics and fitness, will coexist with a library, youth programs, and shared gathering areas. These interior programs will be complemented by shared outdoor amenities, taking full advantage of the available grounds and natural features. Being the first of its kind in this area, initial involvement is required from stakeholders who will be involved in daily programming and operations of the new department, and guidance from a design-build team with relevant experience is critical to develop collaborative, efficient use of the building. Such input is necessary in ensuring these two departments can maximize the benefits of coexisting.1.3. The Project includes a library, fitness area, a gymnasium, a game room, meeting rooms, and indoor pools, and a lazy river. The total programmed Gross Square Footage (GSF) is planned at just under 110,000 GSF, wi