Architecture, Interior Design, and Engineering Services

Paris Junior College, a public community college in Texas serving six counties, has issued a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) seeking comprehensive architecture, interior design, and engineering services to support its facilities program over a five-year period. The procurement encompasses architectural design and construction administration, interior design and space planning, civil engineering, structural engineering, mechanical/electrical/plumbing systems design, master planning, feasibility studies, and cost estimating services. Anticipated projects include classroom and laboratory renovations, administrative office reconfigurations, building envelope repairs, HVAC replacements, ADA compliance improvements, site improvements, and new academic facility construction. Respondents must demonstrate relevant experience through project descriptions, client references, team credentials, and insurance documentation, with evaluation based on demonstrated experience with similar project types (25% weight), qualifications of the proposed project team (25%), experience with Texas community colleges or public higher education (20%), project management approach (15%), references and client satisfaction (10%), and proximity and availability (5%). The selection process is qualifications-based, with the college negotiating fair and reasonable fees with the highest-ranked firm following qualifications-based ranking; the college reserves the right to reject any or all responses, conduct interviews with shortlisted firms, select multiple suppliers, or cancel the RFQ. Vendor questions were due by May 28, 2026, with proposals due by June 11, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. CST, and awards anticipated on June 23, 2026. The initial contract term extends through August 30, 2026, with options to renew for up to four additional one-year periods at the college's sole discretion, for a maximum five-year engagement.

The RFQ documentation does not identify specific set-aside designations, disadvantaged enterprise restrictions, or incumbent vendors. All firms meeting the stated qualifications may respond, though selected firms must maintain professional liability insurance of at least $1 million per occurrence and workers compensation insurance as specified in college policy. Respondents must also comply with mandatory vendor registration requirements, including completion of standardized vendor setup forms, IRS Form W-9, Texas Ethics Commission Form 1295, Conflict of Interest Questionnaire, Certification of No Boycott of Israel Form, and felony conviction notification documentation. Firms must file a Conflict of Interest Questionnaire with the PJC Purchasing Department no later than the seventh business day after beginning discussions or negotiations if they have business relationships with local government officers or their family members. All submittals are subject to Texas Public Information Act disclosure, and vendors are subject to debarment checks, System for Award Management (SAM) verification, and divestment list screening. No specific award value or budget range is provided in the RFQ materials.