Professional Architectural Services For Parker County

Parker County, Texas is requesting Statements of Qualifications from architectural firms to design and construct an approximately 1,500-square-foot pre-engineered metal building at 1020 E. Highway 199, Springtown, Texas 76082, under RFQ PC27-01, with SOQs due October 30, 2026 at 10:00 a.m.

Selection is based solely on demonstrated qualifications; pricing information is prohibited from SOQ submissions. Evaluation criteria are weighted as follows: Firm's Qualifications and Relevant Experience (25%), Experience with Similar Metal Building/Public-Sector Projects (20%), Qualifications and Experience of Proposed Project Team (20%), Project Approach/Quality Control/Cost Management (15%), Past Performance and References (10%), and Current Workload/Availability (10%).

The scope encompasses programming, preliminary design, design development, construction documents, permitting and regulatory coordination, procurement assistance, and construction administration. The project includes site development, utility connections, ADA accessibility compliance, parking, landscaping, and other improvements necessary for a complete functional facility. The estimated construction budget does not exceed $400,000. Parker County reserves the right to modify project scope, size, features, or budget during programming and design phases.

Following ranking of firms, Parker County will negotiate a contract at a fair and reasonable price with the most highly qualified firm. If satisfactory contract terms cannot be reached, Parker County may proceed to negotiate with the next most highly qualified firm in accordance with Texas law. The final professional services agreement will establish scope of services, project schedule, deliverables, compensation, reimbursable expenses, insurance requirements, consultant responsibilities, and ownership of project documents. Selected firms must maintain professional liability insurance and other coverage as specified in the final agreement.

Requests for clarification must be submitted no later than October 23, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. Submissions are made electronically through the Parker County Bonfire portal or in person at the Parker County Purchasing Department. All responses become property of Parker County and are subject to disclosure under the Texas Public Information Act, except for trade secrets and confidential information specifically marked in red.