The Town of Oakland has received LPRF funding from the State of Tennessee for the development of multi-purpose fields and a walking trail. The scope of work includes 4 sod multipurpose fields (255’x390’), irrigation, lighting 2 of the multipurpose fields, finish paving for the road and parking lots, lighting the parking lots, a restroom/concession building, concrete & asphalt paths for pedestrian circulation [accessible routes], a 10′ wide walking/jogging asphalt trail, gates & fencing, and landscaping. These improvements will provide a recreational environment that can be used by a diverse group of users.
This project is funded under a grant contract with the State of Tennessee.
The Town is requesting Statements of Qualifications from firms with experience in the administration of grant funds and overall management of the LPRF project. Services will end at the close of the project. Services to be provided by the firm(s) selected are as follows:
- Development, compliance, and overall project management of the LPRF project in accordance with the Funding Agency requirements;
- Financial management of the LPRF in accordance with the Funding Agency requirements; and,
- Compliance with Close Out Activities related to the LPRF.
To be evaluated properly, the following must be addressed in detail:
- Specified experience or technical expertise of the firm in connection with the type of services to be provided as identified above, but not limited to, said scope of services. 30 Points
- The capacity of the firm to perform the work within TDEC LPRF guidelines, timeframe desired by the Town, taking into account the current and planned workload of the firm. 30 Points
- Familiarity of the firm with TDEC LPRF program and eligibility regulations. Outline the familiarity and understanding of the community’s needs, the funding program and the approach to delivering the required services successfully. 20 Points
- and, Qualifications of Key Personnel of the Team assigned to the Project. 20 Points
Each submission will be evaluated according to experience with the type of services required, experience with the referenced project, past performance record, capacity of the firm to perform the necessary work within the time limitations, and the firm’s familiarity with the local conditions of the area.
The Town’s evaluation proceedings will be conducted within the established guidelines regarding equal employment opportunity and nondiscriminatory action based upon the grounds of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, creed, age, and disability. All firms submitting Statements of Qualifications must be willing and capable to immediately enter a contract with the Town of Oakland.
The Town of Oakland is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer. The City encourages Minority-owned Business Enterprises (MBEs) and Woman-owned Business Enterprises (WBEs) to submit qualifications.
The Town of Oakland reserves the right to reject any and all proposals.
Each Qualification will be evaluated based upon the information provided. Qualifications should be received on or before 12:00 p.m. CST, April 5, 2024. It is requested that the Statement of Qualifications be emailed in a PDF to the Town Manager at hellis@oaklandtn.gov
Any question regarding the Request for Qualification or the Project Scope shall be emailed to hellis@oaklandtn.gov . The deadline for questions is 4:00 p.m. CST March 28, 2024.
H. Michael Brown
Mayor