Description
MARTA (Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority) is soliciting qualified firms to submit Qualification Statements for architectural and engineering design services supporting planning and preliminary engineering of system expansion projects. The effort covers engineering, design, architecture, planning, and professional support during the preliminary engineering phase. Respondents must meet minimum qualifications, submit extensive forms (e.g., E‑Verify, conflict‑of‑interest, insurance, DBE documentation), and adhere to strict submission deadlines. A virtual pre‑conference on November 4 2026 is optional but strongly encouraged. Questions must be submitted by November 6 2026. The deadline for full Qualification Statements is December 10 2026 at 2:00 PM ET. Awards will be made at MARTA’s discretion after technical and financial evaluation.
• Scope: Preliminary engineering, design, architecture, planning for transit system expansion.
• Deliverables: Technical approach, team composition, specialized experience, project monitoring plan, key personnel resumes, insurance/bonding compliance, DBE utilization plan.
• Mandatory forms: E‑Verify affidavit, conflict‑of‑interest, insurance certificates, certifications, DBE documentation.
• Submission: Sealed hard‑copy to 2400 Piedmont Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30324 (ATTN: Contract Control AE50793) plus one electronic PDF on USB.
• Pre‑conference: Virtual on Nov 4 2026, 10:00 AM EST (optional).
• Evaluation criteria: Technical capability, specialized experience, project monitoring, key personnel, management concept, financial capability, EEO/DBE compliance.
• Contact for questions: Lorraine Bell, Senior Contract Specialist ([email protected], 404‑848‑4107).
• Buyer contact: Kendra Clay ([email protected], 404‑848‑5580).