Warehouse Renovation Architectural Services 2026

The Academy of Warren in Michigan is requesting proposals for architectural services for warehouse renovation and build-out, with proposals due September 2, 2026 at 12:00 PM and mandatory site attendance required on August 27, 2026.

The scope encompasses planning, design, bidding support, and construction administration for renovation of a 34,200 square foot warehouse area within Building A to create 13 new classrooms, a restroom area, a warming kitchen, additional storage, and a multi-purpose room. The selected architect must also procure Construction Management Services for the project. Responding firms must provide a qualification statement with detailed project lists for all team members; a two-page statement of approach; an organizational chart with resumes; and references from at least three prior clients, preferably including school experience. The firm must submit a detailed fixed-fee proposal covering architectural and engineering services, construction bid assistance, construction administration, plan reviews, permits, and contingency costs.

The evaluation committee will rank submissions based on local construction knowledge, experience in professional services, and proposal quality. Optional interviews of selected candidates may precede final selection. Questions are due August 31, 2026. Attendance at the mandatory walk-through on August 27, 2026 at 13943 E 8 Mile Road, Warren, Michigan 48089 is required; firms failing to attend will not be permitted to submit. Proposals must be submitted as one original and six copies in a sealed envelope plus an electronic copy to CS Partners at 869 South Old US 23, Brighton, Michigan 48114. Board approval is scheduled for September 15, 2026.