The U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Alabama requests open market quotes to complete a first floor modernization design that includes the primary atrium, an office space, and a kitchenette/eating area.

The primary requirements are as follows:
• Space 1: Atrium (approximately 1,600 sq. ft.)
o Modify the current atrium that connects both primary building entrances and first floor public spaces to the elevator waiting area;
o Upgrade electrical and improve/replace lighting, relocate and reconfigure the centrally located seal and bust, update signage and finishes, and improve the visitor experience when entering the courthouse;
o Upgrade walls with tile, paint, and chair rails; prepare walls for portrait hanging and art display
• Space 2: Administrative Office (approximately 1,500 sq. ft.)
o Renovate an administrative office space;
o Upgrade electrical, lighting, heating, ventilation, and air conditioning;
o Include two supervisory offices; three standard offices; an open area to accommodate a powered, four-person, semi-private cubicle workstation; a small breakroom; and walk-in vault;
• Space 3: Jury Assembly Room (JAR) Kitchenette (approximately 500 sq. ft.)
o Incorporate an adjacent office space into the current JAR kitchenette;
o Upgrade electrical, lighting, heating, ventilation, and air conditioning; o Replace countertops/cabinetry to improve food storage and preparation; o Upgrade finishes to match the JAR design; • All surfaces to match current, with any accepted improvements; • Final design must comply with the Architectural Barriers Act Accessibility Standard (ABAAS); and • Final design must include a phased construction plan that allows for independent construction projects and separate cost estimates for each identified Space. All bidders may request a site visit and will be accommodated. An initial Project Area drawing for this project is included with this RFQ. Due to the sensitivity of courthouse drawings and the Court’s strict security standards, a more detailed schematic of each Space is not included. However, detailed space schematics can be provided, upon request.