Architectural & Engineering Services for Recreational & Therapeutic Campus Improvements at River Street School

The Capitol Region Education Council (CREC), Connecticut’s largest Regional Educational Service Center serving 35 member public school districts, is soliciting proposals for architectural and engineering services focused on recreational and therapeutic campus improvements at the River Street School. Established under Connecticut General Statutes and governed by a council of elected education board members from member districts, CREC operates as a public educational authority with a mission to enhance the quality of public education through cooperative programs. The solicitation, identified as CREC-25-058, was posted on January 20, 2026, with a response deadline of February 13, 2026. The contracting work will be performed within Connecticut, with CREC headquartered in Hartford, and involves engaging qualified firms through a formal request for qualifications and proposals process. Prospective vendors must comply with comprehensive affirmative action and non-discrimination requirements aligned with Connecticut and federal statutes, including the Americans with Disabilities Act, as part of their submission. This includes providing employment practice information to the Connecticut Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities and adhering to policies prohibiting discrimination based on protected characteristics. Failure to submit adequate affirmative action documentation will render vendors ineligible for contract consideration. CREC emphasizes equal opportunity employment and expects contracted firms to uphold these standards as integral to the agreement. Points of contact for this solicitation include the Manager of Operations and the Cooperative Purchasing Manager, facilitating communication and coordination throughout the procurement process.