Fond du Lac County Design Services for New Jail, Sheriff's Office and Courts Suite RFP 2026
Fond du Lac CountyCounty · Fond du Lac, WI- Due
- Jan 15, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Primary contact
- Leah Immel
- (920) 929-3143
The 30-second brief
Fond du Lac County is seeking proposals for schematic design services for a new 450-bed jail facility, including phased options for a sheriff's office and courts suite across two potential sites. Proposals are due January 15, 2026.
Floor plan, Site plan, Building elevations, Structural basis of design narrative, Electrical basis of design narrative, Mechanical basis of design narrative, Project budget, Operating evaluation
Extent proposal meets needs, demonstrated competence, proven experience, ability to meet deadlines, cost of services
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Summary
Fond du Lac County is seeking proposals for schematic design services for a new 450-bed jail facility, including phased options for a sheriff's office and courts suite across two potential sites. Proposals are due January 15, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Extent proposal meets needs
- Demonstrated competence
- Proven experience
- Ability to meet deadlines
- Cost of services
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
8- Floor plan
- Site plan
- Building elevations
- Structural basis of design narrative
- Electrical basis of design narrative
- Mechanical basis of design narrative
- Project budget
- Operating evaluation
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
10- Letter of transmittal
- Firm profile
- Resumes
- List of consultants
- Project experience
- Proposal narrative
- Proposed schedule
- Fee and fee narrative
- Insurance coverage statement
- Business license
- Submit to
- Fond du Lac County Purchasing Department, 160 S Macy St Fourth Floor, Fond du Lac, WI 54935
- Scope location
- Fond du Lac, WI
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Fond du Lac County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is January 15, 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: Fond du Lac County Purchasing Department, 160 S Macy St Fourth Floor, Fond du Lac, WI 54935. For questions, contact Leah Immel.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Fond du Lac County in WI, 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 Leah Immel at (920) 929-3143. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Floor plan, Site plan, Building elevations, Structural basis of design narrative, Electrical basis of design narrative, Mechanical basis of design narrative, Project budget, Operating evaluation. 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: "Extent proposal meets needs, demonstrated competence, proven experience, ability to meet deadlines, cost of services" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Fond du Lac County?
All active and historical solicitations from Fond du Lac County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Fond du Lac 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 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. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: letter of transmittal, firm profile, resumes, list of consultants, project experience, proposal narrative, proposed schedule, fee and fee narrative, insurance coverage statement, business license. Review the full document from Fond du Lac 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: Fond du Lac, WI. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.