IT Server & Communication Room Renovation Project

The City of Palmdale is seeking a qualified architectural/engineering firm to provide comprehensive design, permitting, and optional construction‑phase observation services for a renovation of its IT Server and Communication Room. The solicitation is a non‑price‑evaluated RFQA; selection will be based on qualifications, experience, and proposed approach. A mandatory pre‑bid meeting/site visit is required, and all questions must be submitted by the Q&A deadline. The award is expected in January 2027, after which the selected firm will negotiate a fee schedule and execute a professional‑services agreement. • Design of fire‑suppression, anti‑static flooring, seismic bracing, HVAC/chiller upgrades, electrical grounding, and cable‑management systems to meet all applicable codes. • Preparation of 35 % concept, 50 %/80 % preliminary, and 100 % final construction documents, specifications, cost estimates, and permit packages. • Optional up‑to‑120 hour construction‑phase engineering support for on‑site issue resolution (contingent). • Mandatory pre‑bid meeting/site visit on November 10, 2026; Q&A deadline November 17, 2026; SOQ submission deadline December 1, 2026. • Evaluation based on expertise/experience (30 %), project approach (30 %), understanding of scope (30 %), public engagement (5 %), and compliance (5 %).