VendorChangeDetailsReport_VPS--FY26--001_v1_Jun_25_26.pdf

This is a Solicitation Change Details Report for Vernon Board of Education in Connecticut regarding solicitation VPS--FY26--001 for architectural services to support renovation of the Rockville High School ASTE Program Mechanics Lab. The Vernon BOE is requesting qualifications and proposals for comprehensive architectural services including schematic design, design development, construction documents, cost estimating, procurement, construction administration, and closeout services. The mandatory site walkthrough is scheduled for June 15, 2026 at 11:00 a.m., with failure to attend resulting in disqualification. Questions must be submitted by June 22, 2026 at 4:00 p.m., and proposals are due July 14, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. The selected architect will be retained for approximately 14 months or until project completion. Construction is anticipated during the second semester of the 2026-27 school year and summer 2027, with project completion targeted for late August 2027. The report indicates that Addendum 1.pdf was added on June 25, 2026, with no other changes to header information, solicitation fields, questionnaires, or item specifications.

Proposers must submit two physical copies and one electronic copy on a thumb drive for both the RFQ and RFP components via in-person delivery or mail to 30 Park Street, PO Box 600, Vernon, CT 06066; emailed and faxed submissions are rejected. The fee proposal must include lump sum fees for each phase of basic services with all expenses included, with no reimbursement of project expenses by the Town of Vernon. Additional services beyond the basic scope will be compensated based on hourly rates for proposed staff. Qualifications criteria include valid Connecticut licensure, successful experience on school renovation projects within the past ten years, demonstrated performance on schedule and budget, and acceptable history regarding claims and disputes. The project is partially funded by the State of Connecticut Department of Education, and the selected firm must comply with all municipal, state, and federal affirmative action and equal employment opportunity practices. Minority-owned businesses, women-owned businesses, and small businesses are encouraged to apply.