Educational Facility Planning and Architectural/Engineering Services

The Portsmouth School Department is soliciting qualifications from Education Facility Planners (EFP) and Architectural/Engineering (A/E) professionals to assist in developing and submitting Stage I and Stage II Necessity of School Construction applications. The project requires comprehensive facilities assessment, planning, and documentation for potential school construction and improvements across the district's facilities, which include two elementary schools, one middle school, one high school, and an administrative building serving approximately 2,100 students. Deliverables include developing a Facilities Master Plan, conducting a demographic study, performing a district-wide facilities condition assessment, and assisting with educational program development and financing strategies. The procurement will focus on addressing health and safety improvements, building envelope repairs, site repairs, and renovations to enhance educational learning spaces. Evaluation of proposals will be based on a 100-point system, with points allocated as follows: staff qualifications (35 points), relevant experience (35 points), capacity (20 points), and references (10 points). The RFQ was issued on July 26, 2025, with proposals due by July 10, 2025, and planned Stage I submission scheduled for September 15, 2025, and Stage II submission by February 15, 2026.

While no specific set-aside designations or restrictions on respondents are explicitly mentioned in the documentation, the procurement appears to be open to qualified architectural and engineering firms with demonstrated experience in educational facility planning. The RFQ does not indicate the presence of incumbent vendors or specify existing infrastructure requiring integration. Although a specific award value or budget range is not provided, the comprehensive nature of the project suggests a significant investment in facilities improvement and planning. The selected firm will be responsible for a detailed assessment of the district's educational facilities, indicating a potentially substantial contract opportunity for the right qualified professional services team. The procurement process emphasizes the importance of comprehensive expertise in educational facility planning, architectural design, and strategic infrastructure development for the Portsmouth School District.