Architectural and Engineering (A/E) Services for New Northview Heights Elementary School

The Pittsburgh Public School District is soliciting proposals for architectural and engineering services to manage the site development and construction of the new Northview Heights Elementary School. This lump sum fixed fee contract is scheduled to run from January 11, 2027, through December 31, 2030. The selected consultant will be responsible for all design phases, ensuring compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Pennsylvania School Code, and specific safety requirements, including the installation of a storm shelter per 2021 IBC section 423.5. The project emphasizes sustainable, healthy, and high-performance design, with an evaluation focus on resilience, carbon reduction, and life-cycle value. Proposals are due by November 30, 2026, and must be submitted as a consolidated document and a separate fee proposal via bound paper copies and USB. The District will award the contract based on a combination of high qualifications and competitive fees, applying a 10 percent EBE aspirational goal for business diversity. Selected consultants must provide criminal background reports and child abuse clearances for all employees having direct contact with children. Payment will be issued monthly based on the percentage of work completed, with specific reimbursable expenses, such as site surveys and permit fees, billed at cost plus a 10 percent management fee.