Description
The City of Sumter is seeking a qualified architectural/consulting firm to develop a “Pattern Book” of permit‑ready residential house plans for infill development within its historic preservation overlay districts. The deliverable will be a stand‑alone document that incorporates existing design guidelines, the Unified Development Ordinance, and the Comprehensive Plan, providing pre‑approved house designs that builders can use directly. The work includes preparation of detailed construction drawings, coordination with the Design Review Board, and monthly progress reporting tied to invoicing. The project is funded by a $35,000 federal historic preservation grant with a required 1:1 local matching contribution, implying a total project budget of roughly $70,000.
• Scope: Create illustrated, code‑compliant, permit‑ready residential design plans (pattern book).
• Required deliverables: Full set of construction drawings, documentation linking to city design guidelines, monthly progress reports.
• Funding: $35,000 federal grant + equal local match (≈ $70,000 total).
• Eligibility: Out‑of‑state firms may submit; a City of Sumter business license is required before contract execution.
• Evaluation: Professional qualifications are preferences; a preservation sub‑consultant may satisfy those elements.
• Timeline: No explicit dates provided; deadline may be extended at the City’s discretion.