Architectural Services RFQ Northwest ISD Architectural Services RFQ April 10, 2017

TITLE 10. GENERAL GOVERNMENT GOVERNMENT CODE TITLE 10. GENERAL GOVERNMENT CHAPTER 2254. PROFESSIONAL AND CONSULTING SERVICES Sec. 2254.003. SELECTION OF PROVIDER; FEES. (a) A governmental entity may not select a provider of professional services or a group or association of providers or award a contract for the services on the basis of competitive bids submitted for the contract or for the services, but shall make the selection and award: (1) on the basis of demonstrated competence and qualifications to perform the services; and (2) for a fair and reasonable price. Sec. 2254.004. CONTRACT FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES OF ARCHITECT, ENGINEER, OR SURVEYOR. (a) In procuring architectural, engineering, or land surveying services, a governmental entity shall: (1) first select the most highly qualified provider of those services on the basis of demonstrated competence and qualifications; and (2) then attempt to negotiate with that provider a contract at a fair and reasonable price.

RFQ for Architectural Services Selection Criteria Considered: Ability to Perform References Insured Liability Past Performance of Similar Size & Scope Number of Personnel Available Number of Registered Architects/Engineers assigned to NISD Financial Stability Previous Experience with Schools Evaluation Committee: District Architect/Planner Dir. of Purchasing & Contract Management Ex. Dir. of Construction Dir. of Maintenance and Operations Financial Services Representative Dept. of Technology Representative Dept. of Curriculum Representative

RFQ for Architectural Services Issue Date: February 16, 2017 Closing Date: March 22, 2017 Northwest ISD received 19 responses to the RFQ Evaluation of responses has been conducted Top ranking firms will be scheduled for interviews in the upcoming week Recommendation of firms to be presented at next Board Meeting

RFQ for Architectural Services Discussion and Questions