Western Carolina University

Western Carolina University is seeking a commissioning provider for a new Engineering Building project through a designer solicitation. The procurement targets professional services for commissioning mechanical system equipment and building envelope to validate system performance meets design requirements. The project involves constructing a $96.3 million facility for the College of Engineering and Technology, which will include classrooms, offices, and laboratories for technology-intensive engineering programs. Proposers must be licensed in North Carolina to offer architectural or engineering services and must submit a comprehensive proposal package including a Letter of Interest (limited to 10 single-sided or 5 double-sided pages), Standard Form SF330, and a digital copy via USB Flash Drive. Submissions are due by March 28, 2025, and must be sent to Daniel Fiskeaux, Assistant Director of Design at Western Carolina University Facilities Management, located at 3476 Old Cullowhee Road, Cullowhee, NC 28723. The commissioning provider will be expected to assist with developing owner's project requirements through design and participate in energy performance discussions.

The solicitation does not specify any set-aside designations, disadvantaged enterprise requirements, or preferences for specific types of organizations. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are mentioned in the documentation. The project budget of $96.3 million indicates a significant investment in new engineering infrastructure, suggesting potential opportunities for comprehensive commissioning services. The procurement appears to be open to qualified architectural and engineering service providers who can demonstrate expertise in building systems commissioning, particularly for complex educational facilities. While specific evaluation criteria are not explicitly detailed, the requirement for a comprehensive proposal and professional licensing suggests a rigorous selection process focused on technical competence, experience, and ability to meet the university's specific project requirements for the new Engineering Building.