Architectural and Engineering Services for Ten Public School Campuses Serving 3,700 Students

The Montgomery County Board of Education in North Carolina is seeking qualified architectural and engineering firms to provide comprehensive services for the modernization, renovation, and potential new construction across ten public school campuses serving approximately 3,700 students. The facilities vary significantly in age and size, from newly constructed buildings of over 300,000 square feet to structures built before 1960 totaling around 10,000 square feet. The scope encompasses structural repairs, roof replacements, campus-wide renovations, and design solutions aligned with modern educational needs, safety standards, and sustainability goals. The procurement process emphasizes a qualifications-based selection, with the Board evaluating firms primarily on their team composition, relevant project experience, technical expertise, and ability to meet certification standards such as LEED, Energy Star, and CHIPS. The selected firm will operate under a modified architect/owner contract, with negotiations for fees to follow the initial selection, and the Board reserves the right to retain alternate firms if negotiations falter. The solicitation, posted on August 7, 2025, requires proposals to be submitted in hard copy, with four copies limited to 25 pages, by 3:00 PM on September 15, 2025. Submittals must include a letter of interest, team qualifications, project experience, and evidence of experience working with relevant authorities and certification programs. The evaluation process involves shortlisting based on qualifications, with final selection anticipated by October 2025. The contract is governed by North Carolina statutes related to procurement of professional services, specifically G.S. 143-64.31, G.S. 143-64.32, and G.S. 115C-521(E), and does not incorporate federal FAR clauses. The project management and inspection responsibilities involve collaboration with a Commissioning Agent and local authorities, with certification standards including LEED, Energy Star, and USDA requirements. The Board’s designated contact for all inquiries and submissions is Mr. Matthew Woodard, and no other contact with Board members or employees is permitted during the process. The contract does not specify detailed pricing, line-item costs, or delivery schedules beyond the proposal deadline, focusing instead on the qualifications and experience of the proposing firms to ensure they can meet the project’s diverse and complex needs.