Continuing Service Contracts for Architectural Design & Construction Management Services

The School Board of Hillsborough County is seeking continuing service contracts for architectural design and construction management services on an indefinite-delivery basis for projects anticipated over multiple years, with proposals due June 25, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. (Addendum #3 extended the deadline from the original June 18, 2026 date). The procurement is governed by the Consultants' Competitive Negotiation Act, Section 287.055, Florida Statutes, and the School Board intends to award contracts to all responsive, responsible, and qualified firms rather than a fixed number of awardees.

The scope encompasses two service categories: Architectural Design Services (Item A) and Construction Management Services (Item B) for projects valued under $7.5 million in total construction cost. Eligible respondents include architecture firms, engineering firms, and general contractors performing construction management services; firms may apply for either service category or both and will be evaluated on individual qualifications rather than requiring full teams at submission. Responses must include one complete PDF with all required forms and a separate self-running presentation in standard 8.5-by-11-inch format. Submissions must be made electronically through VendorLink. Respondents must acknowledge receipt of Addendum #3 with their proposal.

The initial contract term runs September 16, 2026 through September 15, 2029, with two one-year renewal options available. Selected firms will receive task orders for specific projects as they arise. Construction management contracts include fixed lump sums for Scope Verification and Pre-Construction phases, with reimbursement of Cost of the Work plus a Construction Management Fee for the Construction Phase; Performance and Payment Bonds are required when construction budgets exceed $300,000.

Questions were due through VendorLink post-Q&A (the Q&A meeting occurred May 20, 2026). Evaluation emphasizes qualifications and past performance under Florida's competitive selection framework for professional services. Federal compliance requirements include FEMA clauses, drug-free workplace certification (AD-1049), debarment certification (AD-1048), non-collusion affidavit, and Byrd Anti-Lobbying Amendment certification (SF-LLL) for awards of $100,000 or more. Contractors must be registered with Hillsborough County Public Schools and complete the Vendor Registration Form.