Architect & engineer for rock lake middle school renovation

The School Board of Seminole County, Florida is selecting an Architectural/Engineering team to provide full design and construction administration services for Rock Lake Middle School renovation under a Request for Statement of Qualifications (RFQu 25260099RFQu-AZ), with the due date of June 15, 2026 now closed and a Notice of Intended Decision posted July 2, 2026 identifying Corgan Associates as the recommended awardee.

The scope encompasses design and construction administration for renovation of approximately 136,671 square feet across three buildings (constructed 1979, 1981, and 1984) to upgrade ceilings, lighting, interior finishes, and casework; new construction of 4,000 square feet for cafeteria expansion and relocation of administrative offices, media center, and CCTV operations; remodeling of group restrooms and ESE classrooms; biophilic design integration; and replacement of the Central Energy Plant and Fire Alarm system. The A/E team must deliver full-service architectural and engineering (civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire safety) with permitting and construction administration, including weekly site visits during construction, change-order administration, and as-constructed record drawings. Services must comply with Florida Building Code, Florida Fire Prevention Code, State Requirements for Educational Facilities (Rule 6A-2.0010, FAC), and Seminole County Public Schools standards. The school serves 884 students (FTE Survey 2, October 2025) on a 17-acre parcel at 250 Slade Drive, Longwood, Florida.

Evaluation weighted Business Structure (10%), Experience and Past Performance (45%), Methodology (35%), References (5%), and Workload (5%) using a 0-4 adjectival scale. Firms were required to demonstrate K-12 public school capital improvement construction experience with up to ten projects from the prior five years and provide evidence of financial stability through a $15 million surety bond commitment letter or audited financial statements for the two most recent fiscal years.

Twelve firms submitted proposals by June 15. Nine firms advanced to shortlist on June 24; three finalists (HuntonBrady, BRPH, Corgan Associates) presented July 2. Compensation is to be determined. The contract term extends from Notice to Proceed through one year after Certificate of Substantial Completion. Board approval is anticipated August 18, 2026. A 72-hour protest period applies from the Notice of Intended Decision posting.