City of Cleveland Sports, Events and Aquatics Center Design Build Services RFP
City of ClevelandCity · Cleveland, TN- Due
- Aug 21, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jun 29, 2026
- Primary contact
- Kristi Powers
The 30-second brief
The City of Cleveland is soliciting proposals for Design-Build services for the new Cleveland Sports, Events, and Aquatics Center (SEA). The project scope includes architectural and engineering design, preconstruction, cost estimating, Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) development, construction of an indoor sports and aquatics facility, an outdoor waterpark, commissioning, and turnover. A mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for July 28, 2026, at 1:00 P.M. EST at the Cleveland Municipal Building, with a virtual option available upon request by July 24. Proposals must be sealed and delivered to the City of Cleveland by 3:00 P.M. EST on August 21, 2026. Evaluation criteria are based on TCA Title 12, Chapter 3, Part 12.
Architectural and engineering design, Preconstruction, Cost estimating, Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) development, Construction, Commissioning, Turnover
TCA Title 12 Chapter 3 Part 12 criteria
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Summary
The City of Cleveland is soliciting proposals for Design-Build services for the new Cleveland Sports, Events, and Aquatics Center (SEA).
The project scope includes architectural and engineering design, preconstruction, cost estimating, Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) development, construction of an indoor sports and aquatics facility, an outdoor waterpark, commissioning, and turnover. A mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for July 28, 2026, at 1:00 P.M. EST at the Cleveland Municipal Building, with a virtual option available upon request by July 24. Proposals must be sealed and delivered to the City of Cleveland by 3:00 P.M. EST on August 21, 2026. Evaluation criteria are based on TCA Title 12, Chapter 3, Part 12.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
TCA Title 12 Chapter 3 Part 12 criteria
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- Architectural and engineering design
- Preconstruction
- Cost estimating
- Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) development
- Construction
- Commissioning
- Turnover
- Submit to
- Cleveland Municipal Building, 190 Church Street, NE Cleveland, TN, 37311
- Scope location
- Cleveland, TN
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Cleveland?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is August 21, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: Cleveland Municipal Building, 190 Church Street, NE Cleveland, TN, 37311. For questions, contact Kristi Powers.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Cleveland in TN, 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 RFP 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 Kristi Powers. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Architectural and engineering design, Preconstruction, Cost estimating, Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) development, Construction, Commissioning, Turnover. 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: "TCA Title 12 Chapter 3 Part 12 criteria" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Cleveland?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Cleveland are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Cleveland 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 RFP?
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. Review the full document from City of Cleveland for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Cleveland, TN. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.