Request for Qualifications - Design Services – Career & Technical Education Renovation

The University of Wyoming is soliciting qualifications for professional design services to renovate approximately 12,000 square feet within the Education and Agriculture buildings on its Laramie campus, aiming to transform underutilized spaces into modern, lab-style instructional environments for the Career and Technical Education program. The project supports hands-on training in construction, welding, surveying, vertical farming, and advanced manufacturing, with infrastructure upgrades including ventilation and utility systems to meet industry-relevant standards. The solicitation, numbered 26-301 and posted on May 14, 2026, with a response deadline of June 15, 2026, is structured as a qualifications-based procurement and explicitly avoids price-based evaluation. Respondents must submit a single document not exceeding 25 pages through the Public Purchase portal, including firm information, personnel qualifications, relevant project experience, liability insurance proof, and a general description of compensation—though detailed fee schedules are prohibited. An evaluation preference is given to firms headquartered in Wyoming, and partnerships between Wyoming-based firms and out-of-state associates are encouraged. The selection process does not include interviews and proceeds by ranking firms based on qualifications, with negotiations initiated with the top-ranked respondent. The estimated project budget is $5 million, but this reflects the overall funding available for the renovation scope and not a guaranteed contract award. The place of performance is clearly defined as the Laramie campus, with inspection and acceptance occurring on-site. Submission requirements do not mandate federal representations such as UEI, CAGE code, or socioeconomic certifications, nor do they reference FAR clauses for pricing, delivery, or contract administration details. No specific construction standards are cited, but design must align with functional needs validated by Wyoming employers and CTE stakeholders, ensuring educational environments mirror real-world industry settings and support statewide educator professional development.