NC Central University

NC Central University is soliciting proposals for an Open-End Agreement (OEA) for annual architectural and engineering design services across 12 distinct disciplines. The procurement seeks qualified and licensed professionals for informal renovation and construction projects with a comprehensive scope including architectural (general and lab design), asbestos abatement, civil engineering, construction cost estimating, engineering commissioning, landscape design, materials testing, MEP engineering, roof waterproofing, structural engineering, and surveying/utility location services. Proposals must be submitted via email by November 10, 2025, at 4:00 PM, with a strict 20-page submission limit. Evaluation criteria will focus on six primary selection factors: specialized expertise, past performance, staff adequacy, current workload, recent project cost and schedule experiences, and construction administration capabilities. All proposing architects and engineers must hold current licensure in the State of North Carolina, with submissions to be reviewed by Jonathan Alles, Project Manager, who can be contacted at (919) 530-6895 or jalles@nccu.edu.

The solicitation strongly emphasizes HUB (Historically Underutilized Business) participation, requiring proposers to detail their team composition and previous HUB designer utilization. This procurement represents an annual service contract with a $300,000 budget, specifically targeting projects under $300,000 that will be applied on an as-needed basis. The university appears to be seeking multiple contract awardees who can provide flexible, responsive design services across the specified disciplines. While no specific incumbent vendors are mentioned, the procurement's structure suggests a desire for a diverse pool of qualified design professionals who can meet the university's ongoing infrastructure and renovation needs. The HUB requirements indicate a commitment to supporting minority-owned and disadvantaged business enterprises, potentially creating opportunities for smaller or emerging design firms to participate in the university's construction and renovation projects.