Architectural & Engineering Design Services-Hindley, Holmes & Royle Schools

The Town of Darien, Connecticut, through the HHR Elementary School Building Committee, is seeking architectural and engineering design services for comprehensive renovation and addition projects at Hindley, Holmes, and Royle Elementary Schools. The Request for Proposal (RFP) solicitation, numbered 7293, is seeking a qualified design firm to provide full architectural and engineering design services for these educational facilities. The scope of work includes design and construction services for renovations and additions across all three elementary schools, with educational specifications dated May 2021 provided as supporting documentation. The RFP requires respondents to submit comprehensive design proposals that address the specific needs of each school. The solicitation was released on March 18, 2022, with proposals due by April 7, 2022, at 2:00 PM EDT. A vendor question and answer period is scheduled from March 21, 2022, to April 1, 2022, during which potential bidders can seek clarification about the project requirements. The primary point of contact for this RFP is Kathleen Buch, who can be reached at kbuch@darienct.gov or 203-656-7378.

The RFP does not specify any set-aside designations, disadvantaged enterprise requirements, or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are mentioned in the solicitation documents. The RFP is open to all vendors and does not provide an estimated total contract value or specific budget range for the project. Delivery terms are specified as Free On Board Destination, with payment terms to be specified by the vendor. The solicitation has been designated as having no line items, and no information is provided about potential contract duration or renewal options. While the RFP includes detailed educational specifications for each of the three elementary schools, it does not elaborate on existing infrastructure or technology integration requirements. The HHR Elementary School Building Committee will evaluate proposals to select a qualified design firm for these school renovation and addition projects, though specific evaluation criteria are not explicitly outlined in the provided documents.