Camden County Professional Design Services for a Combined Parks and Recreation Senior Center with Gymnasium RFQ 2026
Camden CountyCounty · Camden County, NC- Due
- Aug 7, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jul 8, 2026
- Primary contact
- Erin Burke
- (252) 338-1919
The 30-second brief
Camden County is requesting qualifications from architectural, engineering, and planning firms to provide professional design and related consulting services for a new combined parks and recreation senior center with a gymnasium. The multi-purpose facility will support senior programming, community recreation, wellness activities, youth and adult athletics, and public events, including administrative offices, meeting rooms, a commercial kitchen, fitness areas, and site improvements. The scope encompasses five phases ranging from programming and needs assessment to schematic design, construction documents, procurement assistance, and construction administration. Submissions are due by August 7, 2026, with the selection announcement scheduled for September 8, 2026.
5. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Respondents must demonstrate: Experience with public recreation facilities and/or senior centers; Experience designing gymnasiums or athletic facilities; Experience with municipal or county government projects; Knowledge of applicable building codes and ADA requirements; Capability to provide all required professional disciplines; Adequate staffing and financial resources; and Licensure to practice in the State of North Carolina.
Relevant Project Experience 25%, Qualifications of Project Team 20%, Understanding of Project Goals 20%, Project Approach and Methodology 15%, References and Past Performance 10%, Capacity and Availability 10%
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Summary
Camden County is requesting qualifications from architectural, engineering, and planning firms to provide professional design and related consulting services for a new combined parks and recreation senior center with a gymnasium.
The multi-purpose facility will support senior programming, community recreation, wellness activities, youth and adult athletics, and public events, including administrative offices, meeting rooms, a commercial kitchen, fitness areas, and site improvements. The scope encompasses five phases ranging from programming and needs assessment to schematic design, construction documents, procurement assistance, and construction administration. Submissions are due by August 7, 2026, with the selection announcement scheduled for September 8, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Relevant Project Experience 25%
- Qualifications of Project Team 20%
- Understanding of Project Goals 20%
- Project Approach and Methodology 15%
- References and Past Performance 10%
- Capacity and Availability 10%
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Respondents must demonstrate: Experience with public recreation facilities and/or senior centers; Experience designing gymnasiums or athletic facilities; Experience with municipal or county government projects; Knowledge of applicable building codes and ADA requirements; Capability to provide all required professional disciplines; Adequate staffing and financial resources; and Licensure to practice in the State of North Carolina.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Cover Letter
- Firm Profile
- Project Team details
- Relevant Project Experience
- Project Approach
- References
- Submit to
- [email protected] / 330 East HWY 158, PO Box 190, Camden, NC 27921
- Scope location
- Camden, NC
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Camden County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is August 7, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected] / 330 East HWY 158, PO Box 190, Camden, NC 27921. For questions, contact Erin Burke.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Camden County in NC, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFQ submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Erin Burke at (252) 338-1919. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: 5. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Respondents must demonstrate: Experience with public recreation facilities and/or senior centers; Experience designing gymnasiums or athletic facilities; Experience with municipal or county government projects; Knowledge of applicable building codes and ADA requirements; Ca. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Relevant Project Experience 25%, Qualifications of Project Team 20%, Understanding of Project Goals 20%, Project Approach and Methodology 15%, References and Past Performance 10%, Capacity and Availab..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Camden County?
All active and historical solicitations from Camden County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Camden County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this RFQ?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Cover Letter, Firm Profile, Project Team details, Relevant Project Experience, Project Approach, References. Review the full document from Camden County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Camden, NC. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.