26-ODU-07-HRS - AE Design Services OCNPS Renovations

The state of Virginia, specifically through Chesapeake City and Nathalie CDP jurisdictions, is seeking professional Architectural and Engineering (AE) Design and Contract Administration Services for the Oceanography & Physical Sciences Building renovation project. This procurement opportunity, identified by contract number 26-ODU-07-HRS, is focused on comprehensive design services for a significant institutional renovation. The solicitation requires qualified design professionals with extensive experience in higher education facility renovations, particularly in scientific research and academic building environments. Interested firms must submit comprehensive proposals demonstrating technical expertise, prior project success, and detailed understanding of complex renovation requirements. The contract opportunity was posted on July 18, 2025, with proposals due by August 20, 2025, providing approximately 34 days for potential respondents to prepare and submit their detailed design service proposals.

While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly detailed in the provided information, typical state and local contracts often include provisions for minority-owned, women-owned, or disadvantaged business enterprises. The procurement appears to target professional architectural and engineering firms with specialized experience in scientific building renovations. Although precise budget ranges are not specified, similar higher education renovation projects typically range from $500,000 to $5 million in design service contract values. The scope suggests a complex project requiring advanced technical design capabilities, likely involving modernization of research and academic spaces within the Oceanography & Physical Sciences Building. Potential respondents should be prepared to demonstrate comprehensive design capabilities, understanding of scientific facility requirements, and proven track records in similar institutional renovation projects.