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Real Estate and Asset Management
Requested Action
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Request approval of a recommended proposal - Fulton County Department of Real Estate and Asset Management, 24RFP101524K-CRB, Design/Build Services for the Fulton County Renovation of the Public Safety Training Center in the total amount not to exceed $7,995,009.00 with Hogan Construction Group, LLC/The Collaborative Firm, LLC Joint Venture (Atlanta, GA), to provide Design-Build Services (“D/B Services”) for the Renovation and Retrofit of the two-story building located at 1281 Fulton Industrial Boulevard, Atlanta, GA 30336 to accommodate the Fulton County Public Safety Training Center (PSTC). Effective upon issuance of Notice to Proceed (NTP) with substantial completion of the Work within two hundred ninety (290) calendar days and final completion of the Work within three hundred calendar (300) days. (APPROVED)
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Requirement for Board Action
In accordance with State of GA O.C.G.A. § 36-91 Georgia Local Government Public Works Construction Law, all competitive sealed proposals (RFPs) for public works construction projects (CM at Risk, Construction Program Management, Design/Build Projects) costing $100,000 or more shall be forwarded to the Board of Commissioners for approval.
Strategic Priority Area related to this item
Open and Responsible Government
Commission Districts Affected
All Districts ☒
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District 2 ☐
District 3 ☐
District 4 ☐
District 5 ☐
District 6 ☐
Is this a purchasing item?
Yes
Summary & Background: The Department of Real Estate and Asset Management (DREAM) recommends approval of this award. The current Fulton County Public Safety Training Center (PTSC) has reached the end of its functional life in this capacity. In response, DREAM has partnered closely with the Fulton County Police Department (FCPD) and the Fulton County Sherriff’s Office (FCSO) and other stakeholders to identify a location and current programming requirements for the new PSTC.
In 2022, Fulton County started the process of doing a detailed program and conceptual plan to develop a PTSC as a new stand-alone development. The Sizemore Group was retained to act as the Design Professional (DP) providing these services as part of a more comprehensive design services package. Phase One (Programming and Conceptual Design) efforts were completed by Fall. However, Fulton County decided to look at other opportunities utilizing an existing facility for this function.
Developing programming needs allowed DREAM and FCPD to perform an extensive assessment of available existing facilities in the market (former big box stores, retail, or other facilities). Afterwards, DREAM reviewed multiple renovation opportunities with County leadership. The Fulton Industrial site adjacent to the new Animal Services facility was considered most feasible to renovate for the PSTC project direction (utilizing Sizemore’s space/programming test fits and cost estimates for evaluation).
The property located at 1281 Fulton Industrial Boulevard is approximately 5.34 acres and has one primary two-story building (built in 1968), a couple of other support facilities, and parking. Access to site is directly off Fulton Industrial Boulevard. Parking: 112 cars (an additional 78 spaces would be needed to meet the PSTC program). Overall assessments indicate the building and property at large are in reasonably good shape for a facility built in the 1960s. The main building’s super structure appears feasible for rehabilitation but the systems of the building will require either upgrade or replacement. The main building’s floor plan will need to be significantly reconfigured to accommodate intended uses. Changing the office occupancy of the building from Business to Institutional requires that current codes be met and accommodations be made to increase capacity. This will affect plumbing fixture count, air exchanges, stair construction, exiting distances, structural capacity, etc. and accommodating other key program elements within the given parameters.
In 2023, the County approved the purchase of 1281 Fulton Industrial Boulevard, Atlanta, GA 30336 to accommodate relocation and renovation for the PSTC. The new facility is intended to provide the PTSC with a more effective layout in which to train is cadets.
The following are the County Objectives for this project:
- The preliminary goal is to restore the facility, economically and efficiently, to a condition which is fully functional and flexible in terms of size, appropriateness, and purpose to meet the long-term space and service needs of the constituents and employees of the Fulton County Public Safety Department.
- Deliver a renovated facility to provide training services not only for the County, but other public safety entities.
- Provide for expansion of future training by developing remaining site and adjacent property
Scope of Work: Oversight of all construction activities. Construction management and administration. This shall be in coordination with Owner’s Construction representative, and the County’s Project Management Team, who will ensure the design intent and performance are maintained throughout. They will also review progress of construction, pay application, any major requests for substitutions, time extensions or changes to the scope.
This project is to provide a complete renovation of the two-story building, including but not limited to the installation of an elevator and the 60-ton chiller replacement. Total existing area is approximately 34,500 GSF. Site work is minimal and includes a parking lot asphalt overlay and striping, perimeter fencing repairs, and modifying existing monument signage. The building is, and will remain, unoccupied throughout the renovation. This project will require all architectural, engineering, construction, quality control, etc., services necessary to complete the design and construction phases of the renovation project in accordance with the provided schematic drawings.
The project will consist of the design and construction and renovation of the facility’s interior encompassing approximately 65% of the facility footage.
The Design Build Services shall consist of, but not limited to:
• Project Management (coordination with Fulton County Staff and Departments)
• Building analysis and Mobilization Plan
• Management and execution of a Safety Plan
• Prepare project schedule and monthly updates to reflect variance
• Provide recovery schedule and recommendations
• Provide necessary Insurance including Errors & Omissions for Design
• Provide 100% Performance and Payment Bonds prior to Construction
• Suggest value engineering alternates and incorporate same into documents once approved
• Management and execution of Design - Construction Documents Phase
• Management and execution of all required permits
• Management and execution of the Construction Procurement Phase
• Management and execution of all Construction Phase activities
• Management and execution of the Post Construction Phase
• Execute fully the requirements and intent of the RFP
The County requires a project schedule that achieves substantial completion with a temporary certificate of occupancy (TCO) within 290 calendar days of notice to proceed.
Community Impact: The successful completion of this new location of the PSTC aims to meet the long- term public safety training requirements for the Fulton County public safety personnel, other regional and external public safety entities to serve the citizens of Fulton County and surrounding areas.
Department Recommendation: The Department of Real Estate and Asset Management recommends approval of the proposal.
After reviewing, and evaluating, the 5 (five) qualified firms’ proposals, and consideration of all available information related to the requirements and evaluation criteria of 24RFP101524K-CRB the Evaluation Committee has determined that the following proposal submitted by Hogan Construction Group, LLC/The Collaborative Firm, LLC Joint Venture (93%) is the recommended Construction Firm to provide Design/Build services for the Public Safety Training Center for the Fulton County Public Safety Department.
The recommended design-builder will work in collaboration with the DREAM’s Building Construction team and the County’s Public Safety Department representatives.
Project Implications: This contract’s intent is to complete the construction/renovation design project of this new PSTC for the Fulton County Public Safety Department. Additionally, the upgraded facility will enhance the County’s capacity to provide high-quality training services—not only for its own public safety personnel but also for other regional and external public safety entities—by offering a more effective layout in which to train its cadets and veteran personnel. This will foster greater interagency collaboration and strengthen the overall public safety infrastructure.
Community Issues/Concerns: None that the Department is aware.
Department Issues/Concerns: If this proposal is not approved, the County does not have the capacity, or the expertise, to perform the Design/Build services for the construction and renovation to the new Fulton County Public Safety Training Center for the Fulton County Public Safety Department. This will also impact the County’s ability to transition from the facility in South Fulton and have the capacity to provide enhanced training services--not only for its own public safety personnel but also for other regional and external public safety entities--by offering a more effective layout in which to train its cadets and veteran personnel.
Contract Modification: This is a new procurement
Contract & Compliance Information
Contract Value: $7,995,009.00
Prime Vendor: Hogan Construction Group, LLC/The Collaborative Firm, LLC Joint Venture (JV – 75/25)
Prime Status: Hogan ($5,996,256.75 or75%) Non-Minority
The Collaborative Firm ($1,998.752.25 or 25.00 %) African American Male Business Enterprise
Location: Atlanta, GA
County: Fulton County
Prime Value: $7,995,009.00 or 100.00%
Subcontractor: $TBD (Subcontractors will be named at 60% Design Phase)
Total Contract Value: $7,995,009.00 or 100.00%
Total Certified Value: $1,998.752.25 or 25.00%
Exhibits Attached
Exhibit 1: Evaluation Committee Recommendation Letter
Exhibit 2: Performance Evaluation
Contact Information
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Joseph N. Davis, Director, Department of Real Estate and Asset Management, (404) 612-3772.
Contract Attached
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No
Previous Contracts
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Yes
Total Contract Value
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Original Approved Amount: |
$0.00 |
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Previous Adjustments: |
$0.00 |
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This Request: |
$7,995,009.00 |
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TOTAL: |
$7,995,009.00 |
Fiscal Impact / Funding Source
Funding Line 1:
534-520-5200-K022: Capital, Real Estate and Asset Management, Renovations - 7,995,009.00
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Key Contract Terms |
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Start Date:
Effective upon issuance of Notice to Proceed |
End Date:
300 calendar days or successful completion of project as determined by Fulton County |
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Cost Adjustment:
N/A |
Renewal/Extension Terms:
N/A |
Overall Contractor Performance Rating: 94
Would you select/recommend this vendor again?
Yes
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Report Period Start: |
Report Period End: |
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4/1/2025 |
6/30/2025 |