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Stone County School District in Mississippi is requesting Statements of Qualifications from architectural firms for comprehensive professional services supporting capital improvement projects, with SOQs due September 21, 2026 at 3:00 PM CDT. Questions must be submitted by September 11, 2026 at 3:00 PM CDT.

The scope encompasses programming, site analysis, master planning, design development, construction administration, and specialized consulting for K-12 educational facilities, including new construction, renovations, additions, and facility assessments. The District reserves the right to short-list firms for interviews and conduct direct negotiations for specific projects as they arise. Firms must hold current licensure to practice architecture in Mississippi.

Submission requirements include a cover letter, firm profile, and resumes of key personnel. Firms must document a minimum of three and maximum of five relevant K-12 projects completed within the last ten years; provide at least three client references; submit evidence of professional liability insurance, general liability insurance, and workers' compensation insurance; and provide a statement of financial stability. Firms must disclose any litigation, claims, or disciplinary actions within the last five years. At this stage, no specific fee proposal is required; firms need only describe their general approach to fee structures.

Evaluation criteria weight firm experience and qualifications at 30%, key personnel qualifications at 25%, project understanding and approach at 20%, past performance and references at 15%, and financial stability and insurance at 10%. One hard copy and one digital copy of the SOQ must be submitted to Dr. Vol White, Chief Operations Officer, at the District's office in Wiggins, Mississippi.