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City of Port Orchard
Request for A&E Professional Services Qualifications
Services for Givens Park Master Plan
Pursuant to RCW 39.26, the City of Port Orchard (the City) is soliciting Statements of
Qualifications from Architecture/Engineering firms (Consultants) with expertise in park design,
landscape architecture, civil and structural engineering, electrical, HVAC/mechanical, plumbing,
ADA compliance, planning, cost estimation, and construction administration. The selected
Consultant will provide planning, conceptual design, preliminary engineering, and construction
documents, including cost estimates, for potential building renovations, transportation frontage
improvements, utility upgrades and other amenities identified in the Givens Park Master Plan,
Facility, and Accessibility Improvements Project.
This master planning effort is intended to guide future improvements and capital investments at
Givens Park. It will also serve as a foundational document to support the City's efforts to secure
local, state, and federal funding, including grants administered by the Washington State
Recreation and Conservation Office (RCO). The plan must meet applicable RCO planning and
documentation requirements to ensure eligibility for current and future grant opportunities.
The City reserves the right to amend this Request for Qualifications (RFQ), issue addenda, or
withdraw the RFQ at any time, regardless of the level of effort expended by respondents. For
additional information please refer to the City's bids and proposal page
https: //portorchardwa.gov/bids-and-proposals/.
About the City of Port Orchard
Port Orchard is a growing waterfront community in Kitsap County, Washington, committed to
enhancing the quality of life for its residents through thoughtful planning, public engagement,
and investment in parks and recreation. The City continues to expand and improve its park
system to meet the evolving needs of the community.
Project Description
Givens Park, located at 1O25 Tacoma Avenue, Port Orchard, WA, is a well -used community park
that includes baseball fields, basketball and tennis courts, a playground, restrooms, picnic
shelters, and the Givens Active Club, which features meeting rooms, bathrooms, and a kitchen.
The park has historically served as a hub for youth sports, community gatherings, and
recreational activities.
Recently, the City has completed significant upgrades to the park's aging infrastructure that
have included reconfiguring and resurfacing the courts to support basketball, tennis, pickleball,
and futsal, as well as adding new fencing, lighting, hillside seating, and accessible routes.
Scope of Work
The scope will be refined during contract negotiations. Public involvement is a key component.
The project is expected to span 12-16 months, though an accelerated schedule maybe
considered. The master planning process will include the following phases:
Phase 1: Site Investigation and Analysis (i month)
- Develop base maps utilizing GIS data, aerial imagery, and site visits.
- Identify natural and built features, environmental constraints, easements, covenants, and
grant conditions.
- Deliverables: Site opportunities/constraints graphic and summary report.
Phase 2: Community Engagement (1-2 months)
- Facilitate public input to identify needs, opportunities, and constraints.
- Develop a preliminary park design program based on technical analysis, staff input,
identified stakeholder input, and other community feedback.
Phase 3: Design (2-3 months)
- Assess existing Active Club conditions and recommend improvements aligned with the
Master Plan and budget.
- Assess existing Active Club conditions, evaluate options, and make recommendations
within the project budget. Analysis of existing Structural Integrity, Electrical,
HVAC/Mechanical, Plumbing, ADA, Civil Engineering, and other Design Elements. The
Consultant will coordinate with District staff on recommendations and cost associated
with total improvements needed for the facility to comply with all current building and
ADA requirements to fully meet the expectations of the City and our Community, to
provide an optimal venue for recreation use. Analysis to include scope and fee structure.
Phase 4: Master Plan Development (3-4 months)
- Prepare a narrative summarizing existing conditions, alternatives, permitting
requirements, and issues for further study.
- Final deliverables: Preferred Master Plan, cost estimate, phasing scenarios, and a
comprehensive Master Plan Report that includes an accessible plan for future and existing
amenities that is compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). This ADA
access plan is intended to make all facilities in the park accessible.
Additional Requirements:
- Public Engagement: Includes one in -person open house, a web -based survey, and 3-4
public input opportunities.
- Present three design alternatives that provide rough cost estimates to the City Council.
Evaluation Criteria
Submittals will be evaluated and ranked based on the following criteria:
1. Key Personnel Qualifications with Relevant Project Experience (20 points)
2. Ability to meet schedule/availability of key personnel (20 points)
3. Familiarity with project type (15 points)
4. Retrofit/reconstruction Expertise (15 points)
5. Experience with public outreach and stakeholder integration (15 points)
6. Past Performance/References (15 points)
Submittal
Submittals should include the following information: Firm name, phone and fax numbers;
Name of Principal -in -Charge and Project Manager; and Number of employees in each firm
proposed to project. Proposals should be limited to 10 sheets, double sided, including resumes.
Excluding cover sheet, and cover letter.
Please submit THREE copies and/or one electronic PDF copy of your Statement of
Qualifications to: City of Port Orchard, 216 Prospect Street, Port Orchard, WA 98366, Denis
Ryan no later than 2:00 p.m. on January 16th, 2026. Submittals will not be accepted after that
time and date. Any questions regarding this project should be directed to Denis Ryan, at 360-
876-4991 or bidsandproposals(portorchardwa.gov.
Anticipated Selection Process/Dates
Issuance of Request for Qualifications December 19, 2026
Qualifications Submittal Deadline January 16th, 2026
Interviews TBD
Notify Selected Consultant TBD
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Information
The City of Port Orchard in accordance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act (Section 504)
and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), commits to nondiscrimination on the basis of
disability, in all of its programs and activities. This material can be made available in an
alternate format by emailing the Public Works Department at
bidsandproposals(a?portorchardwa.gov or by calling (360) 876-4991.
Title VI Statement
The City of Port Orchard in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, 78 Stat. 252,
42 U.S.C. 20ood to 20ood-4 and Title 49, Code of Federal Regulations, Department of
Transportation, subtitle A, Office of the Secretary, Part 21, nondiscrimination in federally
assisted programs of the Department of Transportation issued pursuant to such Act, hereby
notifies all bidders that it will affirmatively ensure that in any contract entered into pursuant to
this advertisement, disadvantaged business enterprises as defined at 49 CFR Part 26 will be
afforded full opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not be
discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, national origin, or sex in consideration for
an award."
Dates of publication in the Kitsap Sun: December 19, 2025, December 26, 2026
and the Daily Journal of Commerce: December 19, 2025, December 26, 2026