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

2. TITLE 10. GENERAL GOVERNMENT
GOVERNMENT CODE
TITLE 10. GENERAL GOVERNMENT
CHAPTER PROFESSIONAL AND CONSULTING SERVICES
Sec 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 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.

3. 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

4. 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

5. RFQ for Architectural Services Discussion and Questions