RFQ for AE Services-MT State Prison New Low-Side Housing & Associated Campus Projects

The Montana State Architecture & Engineering Division has issued a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for architectural and engineering services related to the Montana State Prison New Low-Side Housing & Associated Campus Projects located in Deer Lodge. The procurement seeks qualified firms to provide comprehensive architectural and engineering services, specifically targeting commodity codes 1501 (Architecture Services) and 1504 (Engineering Services). Interested firms must submit Form 115 through the state's eMACS system by June 15, 2023, at 2:00 PM MDT, with the potential for selected firms to be invited for interviews before a selection committee. The evaluation process will involve the committee recommending three qualified firms to the Department of Administration Director for final selection, in accordance with Montana Code Annotated (MCA) sections 18-8-204 and 18-2-112. The project contact is Bob Warfle, who can be reached at RWarfle@mt.gov or +1 406-444-0771, and payment terms are established at net 30 days.

While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly detailed in the provided documentation, the state demonstrates a commitment to accessibility by offering reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities and providing support through the Montana Relay Service at 1-800-253-4091 for TDD users. The procurement appears to be open to architectural and engineering firms with relevant expertise in prison facility design and campus project development. No specific incumbent vendors or existing infrastructure integration requirements are mentioned in the available documentation. The RFQ does not specify a precise budget range or award value for the project, leaving potential respondents to develop proposals based on the scope of the New Low-Side Housing & Associated Campus Projects at the Montana State Prison. Interested firms should carefully review the complete RFQ documentation and be prepared to demonstrate comprehensive qualifications in architectural and engineering services for complex correctional facility projects.