2026-085P25-Enhanced Protective Placement at CMHHIP

The State of Colorado Department of Human Services is seeking a qualified architectural/engineering/consulting firm to provide design services for the renovation of a facility to support the Enhanced Protective Placement program. The program provides 24/7 level care to individuals with mental health disorders. The selected firm will be responsible for providing design services, including architectural, engineering, and consulting services, to renovate the facility to meet the specific needs of this new clientele. The project is expected to be completed by November 2027. Key considerations for the project include: * Experience with similar projects, particularly those involving mental health/behavioral health facilities * Ability to address issues critical to the success of the project, including project management, budget control, and schedule management * Familiarity with state procedures and Office of the State Architect processes * Ability to reduce embodied carbon emissions by utilizing Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) that meet the OSA’s maximum acceptable global warming potential (GWP) limits * Ability to ensure durability and maintainability within a mental/behavioral health environment * Compliance with Buy Clean Colorado Act Policy, Water Efficient Landscape Policy, and Greening of State Government Executive Order * The following are key points to consider: • The facility is approximately 9,622 SF and was built in 1982 • The project requires a Design/Bid/Build (DBB) approach to project delivery • The Architect/Engineer is expected to provide Basic Services as described in the sample Architect/Engineer/Consultant Agreement and Terms and Conditions of the Contract • The project has an estimated cost of $1,500,000 • The project is subject to the Buy Clean Colorado (BCCO) Act program requirements • Preference shall be given to Colorado resident vendors and for Colorado labor, as provided by law