As of March 2, 2022, a general contracted has been awarded. *The closed solicitation has been included below for reference: The District of Columbia ("District") Department of General Services (the "Department" or "DGS") is soliciting a Design-Builder to design and construct a new Fort Greble Urban Nature Center that includes demolishing the existing Fort Greble Recreation Center, providing necessary site modifications for ADA compliance of the building, and implementing various site improvements (the "Project"). The goals of this Project are to expand the existing building footprint, improve the functions of the programmed and service spaces, implement ADA compliance upgrades, revitalize areas that may be better utilized, and enhance the overall recreational experience for the community. Furthermore, the major goal for the new urban nature center is to provide a new 2000 SF LEED Silver building with energy efficient systems, and the primary use will be educational activities for the community. The purpose of this RFP is to determine which Offeror will be awarded the Design-Build contract ("Agreement", Design-Build Agreement" or "Contract") for the Project. Question: April 13, 2021 at 4:00 P.M. This RFP is designated only for certified small business enterprise (SBE) offerors under the provisions of the "Small and Certified Business Enterprise Development and Assistance Act of 2014", D.C. Official Code 2-218.01 et seq., as amended. An SBE must be certified as small in the procurement category of construction services in order to be eligible to submit a proposal in response to this solicitation. The existing structure is a 1000 SF, non-sprinkled building that will be demolished as a part of this Project. The proposed new building will be a type 2B, unprotected Non-Combustible, 2,000 SF one-story structure. The new center's scope of work will include an office, multipurpose room with a demonstration kitchen, attached/covered outdoor classroom, and 4 unisex restrooms, 2 of which have exterior egress. Site upgrades include relocation of the community garden, a new demonstration garden, the relocation of covered picnic area, and upgraded site lighting. The Design-Builder will be required to demolish, design, and construct the new Fort Greble Urban Nature Center for an amount that does not exceed the agreed upon Guaranteed Maximum Price. The programming, design, construction, modification, and revitalization will include but are not limited to the demolition and construction of the Fort Greble Urban Nature Center building, storm water management system, overall Project landscaping, site furnishings, amenities, signage, hardscaping, and all improvements to comply with American Disabilities Act. The Project will include work sufficient for the development of a new program, design, and ADA compliant recreation center. Without limiting the generality of foregoing, the Design Builder shall be required to provide all management, personnel, design services, labor, materials, and equipment necessary to complete the Project. All work shall be code compliant and installed per DGS and DPR standards, specifications, manufacturer recommendations, and applicable industry standards. The Department contemplates that construction will begin in June 2022. Substantial Completion Date for the Project is June 28, 2023 The Department will review all questions and/or requests for clarification received and, if it deems appropriate, in its sole discretion, may modify the RFP Documents through one or more addenda. Offerors shall base their Proposals on the terms and conditions of the RFP Documents included in all addenda issued. The Design-Builder shall secure the Project work area by a minimum 6.0' chain link fence. Contractor shall ensure site is locked during non-work hours. The Department has an approved construction budget of approximately $2.1 million for all hard and soft costs for this Project. Accordingly, Offerors are to base their Proposals not to exceed this amount. Without limiting the generality of foregoing, the Design Builder shall be required to provide all management, personnel, design services, labor, materials, and equipment necessary to complete this Project. Upon award, the Agreement for design-build services will be submitted to the Council of the District of Columbia for approval. The right of the Department and DPR to comment on the Safety Plan and the nature and location of the required fences and barriers shall in no way absolve the Design-Builder from the obligation to maintain a safe site.