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Itawamba Community College has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) for architectural services related to an infrastructure project, potentially funded by the Appalachian Regional Commission and other federal agencies. The procurement seeks qualified architectural firms or individuals to provide comprehensive services, including preparing a preliminary cost estimate and architectural report. If the grant is awarded, the selected firm will be responsible for developing project plans and specifications, distributing bid documents, assisting with bid opening and contract execution, holding a preconstruction conference, and performing construction inspections. The proposal submission deadline is November 7, 2025, at 11:00 a.m., to be delivered to the Fulton Campus Business Office. Evaluation of proposals will be based on a point system: 40 points for qualifications, 40 points for experience, and 20 points for capacity for performance. Proposals will be carefully reviewed to assess the firm's ability to meet the project's technical and professional requirements.

The college encourages proposals from Minority-owned Business Enterprises (MBEs) and Woman-owned Business Enterprises (WBEs), demonstrating a commitment to diverse vendor participation. The contract will be executed on a fixed-price basis and is contingent upon grant award and removal of environmental conditions. Itawamba Community College reserves the right to reject any or all proposals and may hold submissions for up to 30 days to investigate firm qualifications. The final contract will be awarded to the most advantageous proposal, considering cumulative points and other relevant factors. While specific budget details are not explicitly stated, the project is linked to potential infrastructure funding from the Appalachian Regional Commission, suggesting a significant investment in the region's development. The college maintains the authority to terminate the selection process at any time, providing flexibility in the procurement approach.