Clear Creek-Amana Community School District Architectural Services RFQ 2026
- Due
- Dec 1, 2026
- 20 days left
- Primary contact
- Aaron Davidson
- (319) 828-4510
The 30-second brief
The Clear Creek-Amana Community School District in eastern Iowa is seeking statements of qualifications from experienced architectural firms licensed in the state of Iowa to perform professional architectural and related engineering services for multi-year district projects. The scope encompasses short-term and long-term programming, educational facility planning, architectural and engineering design, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing engineering, civil engineering and drafting, project administration, and construction observation. Potential projects include a high school kitchen expansion, high school classroom space addition, classroom pods added onto North Bend Elementary, East Ridge Elementary choir and band room expansions, FFA greenhouse and outdoor instructional space, high school locker room expansion, new high school weight room, a new buildings and grounds facility in Tiffin, and a new central administration building in Tiffin. Submissions are due by December 1, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. at the district office in Oxford, Iowa. Evaluation criteria include qualifications of the firm, related experience on projects of similar scope and scale, responsiveness to the RFQ, professional references, and project approach.
Architectural and engineering design, Civil engineering and drafting, Mechanical, Electrical, And plumbing engineering and drafting, Project administration, And construction observation services for multi-year district projects including high school kitchen expansion, Classroom additions, Elementary school expansions, FFA greenhouse, Locker room and weight room expansions, New buildings and grounds facility, And new central administration building.
Qualifications of the firm 20 points, Related experience on projects of a similar nature 25 points, Responsiveness to the RFQ 20 points, Professional references 15 points, Project approach and understanding 15 points, Other 5 points
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Summary
The Clear Creek-Amana Community School District in eastern Iowa is seeking statements of qualifications from experienced architectural firms licensed in the state of Iowa to perform professional architectural and related engineering services for multi-year district projects.
The scope encompasses short-term and long-term programming, educational facility planning, architectural and engineering design, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing engineering, civil engineering and drafting, project administration, and construction observation. Potential projects include a high school kitchen expansion, high school classroom space addition, classroom pods added onto North Bend Elementary, East Ridge Elementary choir and band room expansions, FFA greenhouse and outdoor instructional space, high school locker room expansion, new high school weight room, a new buildings and grounds facility in Tiffin, and a new central administration building in Tiffin. Submissions are due by December 1, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. at the district office in Oxford, Iowa. Evaluation criteria include qualifications of the firm, related experience on projects of similar scope and scale, responsiveness to the RFQ, professional references, and project approach.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Qualifications of the firm 20 points
- Related experience on projects of a similar nature 25 points
- Responsiveness to the RFQ 20 points
- Professional references 15 points
- Project approach and understanding 15 points
- Other 5 points
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Architectural and engineering design, Civil engineering and drafting, Mechanical, Electrical, And plumbing engineering and drafting, Project administration, And construction observation services for multi-year district projects including high school kitchen expansion, Classroom additions, Elementary school expansions, FFA greenhouse, Locker room and weight room expansions, New buildings and grounds facility, And new central administration building.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Letter of Interest/Statement of Qualifications
- Cover letter
- Organization credentials and background
- Relevant experience and references
- Project team information
- Services approach
- Firm's expectations of the school district
- Supporting information
- Submit to
- Clear Creek-Amana Community School District Office, 1486 Highway 6 NW, Oxford, Iowa 52322
- Scope location
- Oxford, Iowa
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Clear Creek-Amana Community School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 1, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Clear Creek-Amana Community School District Office, 1486 Highway 6 NW, Oxford, Iowa 52322. For questions, contact Aaron Davidson.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Clear Creek-Amana Community School District in IA, 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 RFQ 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 Aaron Davidson at (319) 828-4510. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Architectural and engineering design, Civil engineering and drafting, Mechanical, Electrical, And plumbing engineering and drafting, Project administration, And construction observation services for multi-year district projects including high school kitchen expansion, Classroom additions, Elementary. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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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: "Qualifications of the firm 20 points, Related experience on projects of a similar nature 25 points, Responsiveness to the RFQ 20 points, Professional references 15 points, Project approach and underst..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 1, 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 RFQ?
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: Letter of Interest/Statement of Qualifications, cover letter, organization credentials and background, relevant experience and references, project team information, services approach, firm's expectati. Review the full document from Clear Creek-Amana Community 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: Oxford, Iowa. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.