On-Call Architectural and Engineering Services SBE

The City and County of Denver, specifically Denver International Airport (DEN), is issuing a competitive Request for Proposal (RFP) for on-call architectural and engineering services for Small Business Enterprise (SBE) firms. The procurement seeks to award multiple service contracts for professional services to be performed on an as-needed, task-based approach. Scope of work includes design for facility modifications and additions, new facility design, building evaluations, reports, studies, architectural programming, planning, permitting, estimating, scheduling, constructability reviews, and construction administration. The contract term is anticipated to be three years, starting around March 2026, with potential two one-year extension options. Proposals are due on November 4, 2025, at 2:00 PM, with an optional pre-proposal conference scheduled for September 23, 2025, at 11:00 AM. Evaluation criteria will include cost-effectiveness, work plan, key personnel, company qualifications, and a detailed Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) Plan. Proposers must demonstrate expertise in architectural and engineering services specific to airport infrastructure and facilities.

The contract is strictly limited to SBE firms certified with the City and County of Denver, with a mandatory 30% self-performance requirement for SBE contractors. Task orders will be issued on a time and materials basis with predefined maximum Not-to-Exceed amounts. The labor rates for the contract are comprehensively detailed in the attached Exhibit B document, which provides rate structures across multiple job categories and experience levels ranging from entry-level to managerial positions. While specific contract value is not explicitly stated, the multi-year structure and breadth of potential services suggest a significant procurement opportunity for qualified SBE architectural and engineering firms. The contract includes provisions for tracking prime and sub-contractors, with flexible staffing and pricing mechanisms designed to accommodate various project scopes and complexities at Denver International Airport. Proposers will need to showcase their commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion as a key component of their submission.