REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL (RFP)
Architectural, Structural, and MEP Design Services- Multi-Use Building Development
1. Introduction
We are seeking a qualified and experienced professional to provide comprehensive design services for a six-story multi-use building to be constructed on a 50 ft × 30 ft plot. The building will serve both agricultural and hospitality purposes, with water tank storage, short-term rental units, and a solar energy system integrated into the design.
2. Project Summary
• Location: On a working farm in East Africa
• Plot Size: 50 ft × 30 ft
• Building Height: Six floors plus a rooftop solar system
• Primary Uses:
- Water storage (for farm use and retail distribution)
- Short-term rental units (B&B)
- Equipment room and reception area
- Solar energy generation and battery storage
• Vertical Circulation: Elevator shaft from ground floor to sixth floor
3. Scope of Work
A. Architectural Design
A complete set of architectural construction documents, including:
- Floor plans for all levels
- Elevations (north, south, east, and west)
- Building sections and wall sections
- Architectural details and schedules
B. 3D Modeling & BIM Coordination
- High-resolution 3D models encompassing architectural, structural, and MEP systems
- Clash detection and coordination across all disciplines to eliminate design conflicts and ensure constructability
C. MEP Design (Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing)
Electrical Design:
- Integration of solar and grid power systems
- Electrical layout for lighting, general power, and equipment
- Battery bank and rooftop solar array design
Plumbing and Sanitary Design:
- Borehole-fed water system: ground tank to elevated storage
- Wastewater routing to a biodigester system located at the rear-right corner of the site
- Emergency drainage for each tank floor with a minimum capacity of 60,000 liters
Mechanical Systems:
- Water pumping layout and specifications
- Ventilation plans for enclosed areas
- Equipment room mechanical design
Supporting Documents: I have attached the following documents to assist in understanding the overall project better.
- Simple 3D building conceptual views
- Preliminary calculations for structural load considerations
- Sketch of proposed beam and slab placement by local structural engineer based on soil sample tests
- Site pictures of the ongoing project
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