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.
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- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
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- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
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Quick Summary
The U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Alabama is seeking open market quotes for a first-floor modernization design project in Birmingham, AL. This solicitation covers the design for the primary atrium, an administrative office space, and a kitchenette/eating area. The final design must comply with ABAAS and include a phased construction plan. Quotes are due July 2, 2026.
Scope of Work
The project requires comprehensive design services for three distinct areas:
- Atrium (approx. 1,600 sq. ft.): Modify the current atrium connecting primary building entrances and public spaces to the elevator waiting area. This includes upgrading electrical, improving/replacing lighting, relocating the seal and bust, updating signage and finishes, and preparing walls for art display.
- Administrative Office (approx. 1,500 sq. ft.): Renovate an administrative office space, upgrading electrical, lighting, and HVAC. The design must accommodate two supervisory offices, three standard offices, an open area for a powered four-person cubicle workstation, a small breakroom, and a walk-in vault.
- Jury Assembly Room (JAR) Kitchenette (approx. 500 sq. ft.): Incorporate an adjacent office space into the existing JAR kitchenette. This involves upgrading electrical, lighting, and HVAC, replacing countertops/cabinetry for improved food storage/preparation, and upgrading finishes to match the JAR design.
All designs must ensure surfaces match current aesthetics with accepted improvements, comply with the Architectural Barriers Act Accessibility Standard (ABAAS), and include a phased construction plan allowing for independent projects and separate cost estimates for each space.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Solicitation (Request for Quote - RFQ)
- Product Service Code: C1AZ (Architect And Engineering Construction: Other Administrative Facilities/Service Buildings)
- Set-Aside: None specified (Open Market)
- Response Due: July 2, 2026, 05:00 PM CT
- Published Date: June 8, 2026
Site Visit & Documentation
Bidders may request a site visit. An initial Project Area drawing is included with the RFQ. More detailed space schematics can be provided upon request, subject to courthouse security standards.
Contact Information
- Primary Contact: Andrea Southern, andrea_southern@alnd.uscourts.gov, 205-278-1754
- Secondary Contact: Sheri Jones, sheri_jones@alnd.uscourts.gov, 205-278-2000