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Bid Title

5866 - Architectural & Engineering Services for Lincoln Park Pool Modernization

Issuing Agency

City of New Rochelle

Location

New York

Published Date

Feb 26, 2026

Closing Date

Mar 25, 2026

Government Level

State & Local

Status

Closed

Ref. #

5866

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Project Description

Bid Number:	5866
Bid Title:	5866 - Architectural & Engineering Services for Lincoln Park Pool Modernization
Category:	*Current Bids & RFPs
Status:	Open

Description: The City of New Rochelle (the “City”) seeks proposals from qualified architectural and engineering design firms to provide full design services for the modernization of the Lincoln Park Swimming Pool (“pool”) located in New Rochelle, New York. The modernized pool facility shall include a rehabilitated main pool and kiddie pool, new mechanicals, a water slide, and shade structures including a shaded picnic area. This project is funded in part by a grant from the Dormitory Authority of the State of New York (DASNY) NY SWIMS Grant Program: New York Statewide Investment in More Swimming. A pre-proposal site visit regarding this RFP will be hosted on March 10, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. Attendance at this site visit is not mandatory, but is highly encouraged. The site visit will be held at the Lincoln Park Pool located on Prince Street in New Rochelle, NY. The meeting will begin in front of the Remington Boys & Girls Club facility on Prince Street. All questions must be submitted in writing via e-mail, no later than noon, March 13, 2026, to For security reasons, you must enable JavaScript to view this E-mail address. . The City will post the answers to the questions received on the City’s website no later than 4:30 p.m., March 18, 2026. Publication Date/Time: 2/26/2026 3:30 PM Closing Date/Time: 3/25/2026 3:00 PM Addendum Date/Time: 2/20/2026 Pre-bid Meeting: 03/10/2026 at 2:00 pm Contact Person: Adam Ross aross@newrochelleny.gov Related Documents: 5866 - Lincoln Park Pool Design

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Department of Finance

515 North Avenue

New Rochelle, NY 10801

(914) 654-2072

Alistair Featherstone

Commissioner

City of New Rochelle

New York

Specification No. 5866

Request for Proposal:

Architectural & Engineering Services for Lincoln Park Pool Modernization

1. PROJECT FUNDING

This project is funded in part by a grant from the Dormitory Authority of the State of New York (DASNY)

NY SWIMS Grant Program: New York Statewide Investment in More Swimming.

2. STATE OF NEW YORK CONTRACT FOR GRANTS

All bidders are subject to the terms of the State of New York Contract for Grants -- Standard Terms and

Conditions, which can be found online at https://grantsmanagement.ny.gov/state-agency-resources and

also attached to this Request for Proposal as Exhibit F.

3. BACKGROUND

At the northernmost edge of New York City on the Long Island Sound, the City of New Rochelle provides

a growing urban core with all the benefits and diversity of a large city and the bucolic lifestyle of an

exclusive suburb. New Rochelle boasts numerous locational assets including direct access to I-95, Amtrak,

and Metro North service, providing an easy 30-minute commute to Grand Central.

4. PROJECT OVERVIEW

The City of New Rochelle (the “City”) seeks qualified architectural and engineering design firms to provide

full design services for the modernization of the Lincoln Park Swimming Pool (“pool”) located in New

Rochelle, New York. The modernized pool facility shall include a rehabilitated main pool and kiddie pool,

new mechanicals, a water slide, and shade structures including a shaded picnic area.

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The pool was last renovated in 1995. The City does not seek to move the pool from its existing footprint.

The goals of the project are to:

• Replace pool systems to meet current health (Westchester County Board of Health), safety, and

building codes;

• Improve accessibility in compliance with ADA and local accessibility requirements;

• Enhance user amenities and functionality;

• Improve water quality, mechanical efficiency, and energy performance;

• Extend the facility’s operational lifespan; and,

• Create a visually appealing, community-centric recreational asset.

The work includes evaluation of existing conditions, preparation of design alternatives, cost estimates,

construction documents, permitting, and construction-phase support.

It is the City’s intent for construction to begin immediately after Labor Day 2026. Accordingly, the project

must be bid in early Summer 2026. All work under this contract must be completed within the required

timeframe to accommodate this schedule.

5. SCOPE OF WORK

5.1. TASK 1: PROJECT INITIATION & EXISTING CONDITIONS ASSESSMENT

The selected firm shall:

• Meet with City staff responsible for the pool facility to understand existing issues and goals.

• Conduct site visits to assess the existing pool, decks, mechanical and electrical systems, plumbing,

drainage, and related infrastructure

• Review existing construction drawings and maintenance records

• Perform a code compliance review (Westchester County Board of Health, building codes, ADA,

aquatic standards)

• Provide a written assessment identifying deficiencies, risks, and opportunities

Deliverables:

• Existing conditions report

• Code compliance analysis

• Preliminary site survey (topographic and utility)

Fee Type: Consultant shall propose a total lump sum for this phase, inclusive of any anticipated

reimbursables and sub-consultant fees. Fee breakdown identifying staff hourly rates and sub-

consultant costs shall also be provided.

Schedule: This phase shall be completed within 20 days of contract execution.

5.2. TASK 2 – CONCEPTUAL DESIGN & ALTERNATIVE ANALYSIS

The selected firm shall:

• Develop 2 conceptual design options for the modernized facility

o Rehabilitated facility will include shade structures and shaded picnic area.

• Assess feasibility, sustainability, operational impacts, and lifecycle costs

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• Provide conceptual site layouts, architectural concepts, and mechanical system strategies

• Conduct an options evaluation with City/Agency staff

Deliverables:

• Conceptual design package (plans, diagrams, renderings)

• Preliminary cost estimates for each option

• Alternative’s analysis report

Fee Type: Provide a lump sum fee total and fee breakdown identifying staff hours/rates, expenses

and sub-consultant costs. Total fee amount shall be provided on the Engineering Design and

Development of Bid Documents Line of Exhibit C.

Schedule: This phase shall be completed within 45 days of contract execution.

5.3. TASK 3: COMMUNITY AND STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT

The consultant shall conduct community and stakeholder engagement meetings to inform the pool

design process.

Community and stakeholder engagement shall consist of up to two (2) meetings total, which may be

conducted virtually or in person at the City’s discretion. It is anticipated that the first meeting will be

held after the conceptual designs are completed. The second meeting shall be to present the final

design package. Additional meetings shall be considered additional services.

Task 3 Deliverables:

• Community Meeting Setup

• Presentation materials

• Written summary of stakeholder input

• Community feedback shall be incorporated into the refinement of design concepts, as

appropriate.

Fee Type: Consultant shall propose a total lump sum for this phase, inclusive of any anticipated

reimbursables and sub-consultant fees. Fee breakdown identifying staff hourly rates and sub-

consultant costs shall also be provided.

Schedule: TBD

5.4. TASK 3 – SCHEMATIC DESIGN

The selected firm shall prepare:

• Schematic floor plans, pool layouts, and site improvements

• Pool mechanical systems, filtration, chemical systems, and pump room layouts

• Preliminary structural, MEP, and civil plans.

• Updated cost estimate

Deliverables:

• Schematic Design (SD) package

• Schematic cost estimate

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Fee Type: Provide a lump sum fee total and fee breakdown identifying staff hours/rates, expenses

and sub-consultant costs. Total fee amount shall be provided on the Engineering Design and

Development of Bid Documents Line of Exhibit C.

Schedule: This phase shall be completed within 60 days of contract execution.

5.5. TASK 4 - DESIGN DEVELOPMENT

The selected firm shall advance the design based on selected SD option:

• Refined drawings: architectural, structural, civil, MEP, pool mechanical, and site features

• Selection of materials, finishes, and major equipment

• Updated energy performance and sustainability considerations

• Coordination with regulatory agencies

Deliverables:

• 50–75% Design Development (DD) plans

• Updated cost estimate

• Basis of Design (BOD) document

Fee Type: Provide a lump sum fee total and fee breakdown identifying staff hours/rates, expenses

and sub-consultant costs. Total fee amount shall be provided on the Engineering Design and

Development of Bid Documents Line of Exhibit C.

Schedule: This phase shall be completed within 75 days of contract execution.

5.6. TASK 5 – CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS

The selected firm shall develop a complete set of permit-ready construction drawings and

specifications:

• Detailed architectural and engineering drawings

• Pool structure and waterproofing details

• Mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and pool equipment specifications

• Site drainage, utilities, grading, and landscape plans

• Final technical specifications (CSI format)

Deliverables:

• 90% CDs for agency review

• Final 100% Construction Documents

• Final engineer’s cost estimate

Fee Type: Provide a lump sum fee total and fee breakdown identifying staff hours/rates, expenses

and sub-consultant costs. Total fee amount shall be provided on the Engineering Design and

Development of Bid Documents Line of Exhibit C.

Schedule: This phase shall be completed within 90 days of contract execution.

5.7. TASK 6 - PERMITTING & REGULATORY COORDINATION

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The selected firm shall:

• Prepare all permit applications

• Facilitate plan review responses

• Coordinate with Westchester County Board of Health, building department, and other authorities

having jurisdiction (AHJs).

Deliverables:

• Permit submittal packages

• Written responses to plan review comments

Fee Type: Provide a lump sum fee total and fee breakdown identifying staff hours/rates, expenses

and sub-consultant costs. Total fee amount shall be provided on the Engineering Design and

Development of Bid Documents Line of Exhibit C.

5.8. TASK 7 – BIDDING SUPPORT

The selected firm shall support the agency during contractor procurement:

• Attend pre-bid meetings

• Provide bid-phase addenda and clarifications

• Evaluate contractor questions (RFIs)

Deliverables:

• Bid-phase addenda

• Provide answers to contractor RFIs.

Fee Type: Provide a lump sum fee total and fee breakdown identifying staff hours/rates, expenses

and sub-consultant costs. Total fee amount shall be provided on the Engineering Design and

Development of Bid Documents Line of Exhibit C.

5.9. TASK 8 - CONSTRUCTION ADMINISTRATION (CA)

During construction, the firm shall:

• Review submittals, shop drawings, and equipment selections

• Respond to RFIs and provide clarifications

• Conduct site visits and issue field reports (frequency: 4 times/month)

• Review contractor payment applications

• Conduct substantial and final completion inspections

• Prepare punch lists

Deliverables:

• Submittal/RFI logs

• Field reports

• Punch list

• Certificate of substantial completion assistance

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Commodity Codes

• NAICS 541310Architectural Services
• NAICS 541330Engineering Services

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