A/E Term Contract for University of Mary Washington (Multiple Awards Anticipated)

The University of Mary Washington has issued solicitation UMW 27-2201 for a Multiple Award Term Contract for Architectural and Engineering (A/E) services. The scope of work involves providing comprehensive expertise for project orders, including project analysis, feasibility studies, cost estimates, and specialized consulting in sustainable design, energy efficiency, accessibility, and code compliance. The contract is governed by the A/E Manual and the Terms and Conditions of the A/E Contract (CO-3a) as defined in the Construction and Professional Services Manual. The agency may award term contracts to up to four fully qualified firms based on a merit-based selection process involving initial screening, interviews, and a final ranking of professional qualifications. The contract consists of an initial one-year term with the option for up to three one-year renewals. Each contract term has an aggregate spending limit of 10 million dollars, with individual project orders capped at 2 million dollars. Unused funds do not carry over between terms. Proposals must be submitted as a single searchable PDF not exceeding 50 pages and 25MB by November 20, 2026. Required documentation includes the RFP cover page, forms AE-1 through AE-6, and small business participation data, with a target goal of 45 percent or greater for DSBSD-certified small businesses. Final awards are based on negotiated hourly rates established via a Memorandum of Understanding.