ESBD_517527_1781149846658_Virtual Opening RFQ 26-06.pdf

This is a virtual opening notification document for Paris Junior College in Texas announcing the closure and opening meeting for RFQ 26-06, which seeks comprehensive architecture, interior design, and engineering services. The college seeks qualified firms to provide architectural design and construction administration, interior design and space planning, civil engineering, structural engineering, mechanical/electrical/plumbing systems design, master planning, feasibility studies, and cost estimating services over a five-year period. Anticipated projects include classroom and laboratory renovations, administrative office reconfigurations, building envelope repairs, HVAC replacements, ADA compliance improvements, site improvements, and new academic facility construction. Vendor questions were due by May 28, 2026, with proposals due by June 11, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. CST. A non-mandatory virtual opening meeting will be held on Microsoft Teams at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday, June 11, 2026, where only proposer names will be acknowledged to maintain proposal confidentiality. Awards are anticipated on June 23, 2026. The initial contract term extends through August 30, 2026, with options to renew for up to four additional one-year periods at the college's sole discretion, providing a maximum five-year engagement.

Evaluation of submissions will be based on demonstrated experience with similar project types (25%), qualifications of the proposed project team (25%), experience with Texas community colleges or public higher education (20%), project management approach (15%), references and client satisfaction (10%), and proximity and availability (5%). This is a qualifications-based selection process; the college will negotiate fair and reasonable fees with the highest-ranked firm. Selected firms must maintain professional liability insurance of at least $1 million per occurrence and workers compensation insurance. All respondents must complete mandatory vendor registration requirements, including IRS Form W-9, Texas Ethics Commission Form 1295, Conflict of Interest Questionnaire, Certification of No Boycott of Israel Form, and felony conviction notification documentation. The RFQ documentation does not identify specific set-aside designations, disadvantaged enterprise restrictions, or incumbent vendors, and no specific award value or budget range is provided. All firms meeting stated qualifications may respond, and the college reserves the right to reject any or all responses, conduct interviews with shortlisted firms, or cancel the RFQ.