Professional Architectural Services

Laredo Independent School District (LISD) is soliciting a Request for Qualifications (RFQ 2025-008) for professional architectural services across its 33 educational institutions. The procurement seeks comprehensive architectural and engineering consulting services for district-wide projects, with proposals due on November 18, 2025, at 2:30 p.m. Central Standard Time. The proposed contract period spans from January 23, 2026, to January 22, 2027, with potential extensions for subsequent years. Architectural firms will be responsible for facilities planning, conceptual design, developing final construction documents, and providing technical specifications. The evaluation will utilize a 100-point scoring system, allocating 50 points to firm experience, 20 points to service capabilities, 20 points to professional reputation, and 10 points to project management history. Respondents must submit detailed documentation including firm background, personnel qualifications, project experience, and proof of professional liability insurance with a minimum coverage of $1,000,000.

The district intends to create an approved vendor pool of qualified firms for projects valued under $3,000,000 and reserves the right to award contracts to multiple firms. While no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are explicitly mentioned, the vendor packet includes provisions for Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) certification. Vendors must comply with multiple state requirements, including certifications related to House Bill 89 (prohibiting Israel boycotts), Senate Bill 252 (restricting business with certain foreign entities), and Senate Bill 13. Additional compliance requirements include criminal background checks for personnel with student contact and electronic filing of a Certificate of Interested Parties with the Texas Ethics Commission. The district is a member of the Central Texas Purchasing Alliance (CTPA), which allows other member districts to potentially adopt the awarded contract. While a specific budget range is not provided, the RFQ indicates that contracts will be awarded on an "as-needed" basis with firm pricing for the contract period.