he City of Albany (hereinafter referred to as the CITY) hereby requests proposals from qualified engineering and architectural firms to provide professional services related to the renovation of the Hoffman recreation Center, 7 Hoffman Ave in the City of Albany. Minority Business Enterprises and Women's Business Enterprises are encouraged to submit proposals. 1.2 The ensuing contract for these services will commence in or about March 15, 2024 and will terminate in October 31, 2025, with the possibility of one (1) three (3) month extension period. The Hoffman Park Community Center is located at 7 Hoffman Avenue in the City of Albany, New York. The property site is 2.5 acres. The main facility, consisting of offices, recreation space, storage and a gym is 15,841 Sq. ft. The facility is comprised of two adjacent structures. The recreation center was originally built as a vehicle and storage garage in the 1960s and is used widely by the community for organized functions. Initial investigations indicate the existing steel structural frame, concrete block, and brick wall assemblies of the administrative building appear to be in fair condition considering its age and use. There are two woodframed entry vestibules, similar in configuration on the north and west sides of the building with vinyl siding, steel exterior doors, vinyl windows, and painted concrete floors. Renovations to office spaces Construction of a new Gymnasium Construction of a greenhouse Construction of new bathrooms Construction of new off street parking for 15 vehicles in front of the building Reconfiguration of interior spaces as they relate to program space Installation of a motorized gate Reconstruction of multi-purpose basketball/overflow parking area adjacent to the gymnasium Construction of a building addition for a community room Construction of new stormwater management systems that include downspout disconnection Construction of new sidewalks and access paths along Hoffman Avenue When providing the services contemplated by this RFP, the entity firm must comply with section 42-161 of the City of Albany Code, which requires payment of a living wage to all of the entity/firm employees working on the service contract Questions about the project may be sent to Martin Daley, Director of Infrastructure Management, mdaley@albanyny.org up until January 23, 2025. The budget for this project is approximately $8,000,000 including all engineering and architectural services, administration, expenses and a 10% construction contingency. The City of Albany reserves the right to accept or reject any and all proposals.