Request for qualifications architectural consultation and design services

ADVERTISEMENT FOR A REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS ARCHITECTURAL CONSULTATION AND DESIGN SERVICES UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, AGRICULTURE AND NATURAL RESOURCES (UC ANR) Locations Statewide, including Research & Extension Centers in Fresno, Imperial, Mendocino, Orange, San Mateo, Siskiyou, Tulare, Yuba, and Ventura Counties The University of California, Agriculture and Natural Resources (UC ANR) seeks qualifications from experienced architectural firms to provide consultation and design services for facilities statewide, including ten Research & Extension Centers (RECs) in Fresno, Imperial, Mendocino, Orange, San Mateo, Siskiyou, Tulare, Yuba, and Ventura Counties. UC ANR¿s Facilities, Planning, and Management (FPM) group, based in Davis, CA, oversees contracting and project management for all construction projects. UC ANR aims to establish a bench of qualified firms for as-needed services over a three-year term. Projects may include renovations, repurposing existing facilities, or developing new buildings, infrastructure, and outdoor educational spaces, with construction values ranging from $50,000 to $25,000,000. Selected firms may be asked to submit project-specific proposals based on scope, location, and timing. No minimum amount of work is guaranteed, and UC ANR may engage other firms for similar services. During the contract, the Consultant will have a dedicated project manager from the FPM group and a dedicated ANR Facilities Operations member, located at the Research & Extension Center or other project location. The full Request for Statement of Qualification (RFQ) is available at https://www.ucanrplanroom.com/ on March 13, 2026. The online plan room is free but will require that you create a username and a password. The RFQ includes the following items: - Scope of Services - Selection Criteria - Submittal Requirements and Format - Insurance Requirements - University of California Professional Service Agreements Samples - Statement of Qualifications Form Submit your proposal and qualifications no later than April 17, 2026 at 5:00 pm via UC UCANR Planroom at https://www.ucanrplanroom.com/. At the University¿s sole discretion, submissions received later than this date and time may be rejected and returned unopened. Questions regarding the submittal of qualifications may be submitted by April 3, 2026 at 5:00 pm to Violeta Kovacevic, Contract Administrator, UC ANR at Vkovacevic@ucanr.edu. ¿ General Instructions: The University will convene a Screening Committee to review the submissions and rank the firms on their qualifications. Qualifying firms will be invited for interviews/presentations by a Selection Committee. The Selection Committee will notify only the shortlisted firms of interview time and place. The University reserves the right to request any further documentation that it deems appropriate and necessary for the screening and selection process. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer ¿ Minorities and women are encouraged to apply. Every effort will be made to ensure that all persons, regardless of race, religion, sex, color, and national origin have equal access to contracts and other business opportunities with the University. Each candidate firm will be required to show evidence of its equal employment opportunity policy. In addition, the University is committed to promoting and increasing participation of small business enterprises (SBEs) and disabled veteran business enterprises (DVBEs) relating to all goods and services covered under the awarded agreement, subject to any and all applicable obligations under state and federal law, and University policies. The awarded contractor shall make best efforts to provide qualified SBEs and DVBEs with the maximum opportunity to participate. Please contact the University Representative for further information. The University of California is requiring contractors and consultants to use University-designated data systems to track monthly payments, including those to certified subcontractors or subconsultants (SBE/DVBE/DBE/WBE) as well as non-certified. PRIVACY NOTIFICATION The State of California Information Practices Act of 1977 requires the University to provide the following information to individuals who are asked to supply information about them: The principal purpose for requesting the information on this form is for use in the selection process for Design Professionals commissioned by the University. University Policy authorizes maintenance of this information. Furnishing all information requested on this form is mandatory - failure to provide such information will delay or may even prevent completion of the action for which the form is being filled out. Information furnished on this form will be used in the University¿s screening and selection process for awarding commissions to Design Professionals. Individuals have the right to access this record as it pertains to them. March 2026