Architectural Design Services - Roof Replacement

Swain County Schools (North Carolina) is requesting proposals for architectural design and project administration services for a roof replacement at Swain County High School, with proposals due October 12, 2026. Respondents must be fully licensed and certified architectural professionals in North Carolina at the time of submission and carry a minimum of $1,000,000 Professional Liability Insurance.

The scope encompasses project planning and documentation of existing conditions, complete design services from schematic design through construction documents, facilitation of construction contract bidding and award, and construction administration through final closeout. Respondents must submit one original and three copies on 8" × 11" paper with a 40-page maximum, plus one electronic copy on a flash drive. Written questions are due October 9, 2026 at 4:00 p.m.

Selection criteria are completeness of response, expertise and qualifications of key professional staff, performance history with Swain County and other clients, availability of resources to meet project deadlines, and proximity to and familiarity with Swain County schools. The evaluation committee will review submissions October 13–15, 2026, with Board of Education approval anticipated for October 19, 2026. The County will commence fee negotiations with the most qualified firm; if negotiations fail, it will proceed with the next most qualified firm. Respondents are encouraged to demonstrate minority and women-owned business participation, though no formal set-aside or preference program is stated. All respondents must comply with North Carolina e-verification requirements. The County reserves the right to reject any proposals or cancel the RFQ in its entirety.