Schrank Hall North & South Rehab - Programming and Renovations

The University of Akron is soliciting Statements of Qualifications from architectural firms to provide assessment, planning, and design services for the renovation of the Schrank Hall Complex located at 240 Carroll Street, Akron, Ohio. With a total project cost of 19,000,000 dollars, the scope includes programming, schematic design, construction document preparation, and construction administration. The project requires adherence to the Ohio Capital Improvements process, the State of Ohio BIM Protocol, and LEED v4.0/v4.1 certification guidelines. A key requirement is the mandatory participation in the Encouraging Diversity, Growth and Equity (EDGE) program, with a 5 percent participation goal. Qualified firms must submit Form F110-330 by August 27, 2026, at 9:00 AM. Submissions must include six stapled paper copies and one electronic PDF copy not exceeding 25 MB, delivered to Shelly Keller at the University of Akron. Selection is based on a 100-point quantitative scoring system focusing on overall team experience, primary firm qualifications, key consultant credentials, and firm location and size. Award decisions follow a trade-off process prioritizing technical merit and qualifications over price at the initial stage. Additionally, all services must be performed within the United States in compliance with Executive Orders 2019-12D and 2022-02D.