The City of Hialeah is seeking a qualified design‑build firm to deliver a new 98,000 GSF municipal building that will house the Building Division and related services. The scope includes programming validation, architectural and engineering design, permitting, pre‑construction, construction, commissioning, occupancy, and close‑out, plus site work, utilities, public‑realm improvements, technology, security, and integration with existing facilities. The contract is capped at a guaranteed maximum price of $45 M, with full occupancy required by August 31 2028. Selection will be based on a qualifications‑based process; firms must submit a Statement of Qualifications by November 11 2026. The City will then negotiate phased services and a GMP with the top‑ranked respondent.
• 98,000 GSF design‑build municipal facility
• Full design‑build services from programming through occupancy
• Site, utility, technology, security, and interface work included
• GMP ceiling $45 M; full occupancy required by 8/31/2028
• Qualification‑based selection; SOQ due 11/11/2026 (pre‑bid meeting 10/23/2026)
• Minimum experience: two design‑build projects ≥ $25 M or ≥60,000 GSF in past 10 years
• Evaluation criteria: firm qualifications, key personnel, design‑build approach, schedule capacity, financial stability.