RFP 26-02 Full AE Services for Academics Term Contracts

The University of Virginia is soliciting qualified Architectural and Engineering firms to provide full A/E services on a Term Contract basis to support academic and potentially health system facilities. The scope of work includes pre-design studies, capital and non-capital project design, construction documentation, construction administration support, and repair or forensic studies. All services must be performed in accordance with the latest version of the UVA Higher Education Capital Outlay Manual (HECOM). The initial contract duration is one year or a maximum fee of $2,000,000, whichever occurs first, with the option for four additional one-year renewals. Qualified firms must be licensed to do business in Virginia and registered in the eVA electronic procurement portal. Evaluation is based on the firm's experience with similar institutions, ability to meet budget and quality objectives, HECOM expertise, and participation by Small, Women-owned, and Minority-owned (SWaM) firms. The selection process involves an initial qualification review to create a shortlist, followed by a detailed RFP and oral presentations. Interested firms must submit a Statement of Qualifications using the OCAS standard form, standard forms AE-1 through AE-6, and a Letter of Interest not exceeding two pages. All submissions must be delivered electronically to Bruce Jackson by the November 16, 2026, deadline.