Brandywine School District - Design Services for SITE School - BSD270003-DESIGNSERV (2026)
Brandywine School DistrictSchool · Wilmington, DE- Due
- Dec 3, 2026
- 22 days left
- Posted
- Nov 10, 2026
- Contract term
- 2 years
- Primary contact
- John Read
- (302) 577-8200
The 30-second brief
The Brandywine School District seeks professional design services for the new SITE (Skills for Independent, Transition, and Employment) School located in North Wilmington, Delaware. The project scope encompasses architectural, civil, structural, electrical, and mechanical engineering services, preparation of educational specifications, plans and specifications, bid documents, estimating, and construction administration for a new 18,000 to 28,000 sq ft facility with an estimated construction budget of $11,000,000. Proposals are due by December 3, 2026, at 1:00 PM. A question deadline is set for November 17, 2026.
Experience and Reputation of the firm(s) (10), Demonstrated Expertise in designing similar projects (20), Experience of proposed project personnel (15), Project Approach (10), Capacity of the project team (10), Demonstrated ability, value and ability to design a quality product on budget through Certificate of Occupancy (20), Demonstrated ability to provide timely, on-site services, service coverage & response capability (5), Familiarity with public work and its requirements (10)
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Summary
The Brandywine School District seeks professional design services for the new SITE (Skills for Independent, Transition, and Employment) School located in North Wilmington, Delaware.
The project scope encompasses architectural, civil, structural, electrical, and mechanical engineering services, preparation of educational specifications, plans and specifications, bid documents, estimating, and construction administration for a new 18,000 to 28,000 sq ft facility with an estimated construction budget of $11,000,000. Proposals are due by December 3, 2026, at 1:00 PM. A question deadline is set for November 17, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Experience and Reputation of the firm(s) (10), Demonstrated Expertise in designing similar projects (20), Experience of proposed project personnel (15), Project Approach (10), Capacity of the project team (10), Demonstrated ability, value and ability to design a quality product on budget through Certificate of Occupancy (20), Demonstrated ability to provide timely, on-site services, service coverage & response capability (5), Familiarity with public work and its requirements (10)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Transmittal Letter
- Non-Collusion Statement
- Exception Form
- Confidentiality Form
- Business Reference Form
- Subcontractor Information Form
- OSD application
- Submit to
- bids.delaware.gov
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope location
- North Wilmington, DE
- Projected sq ft
- 28,000 sq ft
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Brandywine School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 3, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: bids.delaware.gov. For questions, contact John Read.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Brandywine School District in DE, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is John Read at (302) 577-8200. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Experience and Reputation of the firm(s) (10), Demonstrated Expertise in designing similar projects (20), Experience of proposed project personnel (15), Project Approach (10), Capacity of the project..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Brandywine School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Brandywine School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Brandywine School District regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 2 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 3, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Transmittal Letter, Non-Collusion Statement, Exception Form, Confidentiality Form, Business Reference Form, Subcontractor Information Form, OSD application. Review the full document from Brandywine School District for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: North Wilmington, DE. The total projected area is 28000 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.