Columbus City Schools Professional Design Services RFQ 2025 - HVAC, Roof, & Athletics Packages
- Due
- Feb 28, 2028
- 488 days left
- Posted
- Feb 14, 2025
- Primary contact
- Brandie Bronston Houpe
The 30-second brief
Columbus City Schools is seeking statements of qualifications for three distinct project packages: A) HVAC & Mechanical Improvements Package #26009 & 27001 ($7.0 - $10M budget) requiring a Criteria Engineer; B) Roof Replacement Package #26010 ($2.0 - $2.5M budget) for four or more facilities requiring a Licensed Architect; and C) Outdoor Athletics Package #26006B ($7 - $10M budget) for sports complex upgrades requiring a Construction Manager. Submittals must follow OFCC F110-330 forms with a 30-page limit. A 20% Local Economically Disadvantaged Enterprise (LEDE) goal applies, while EDGE requirements and Prevailing Wage Rates do not. A virtual informational meeting is scheduled for February 21, 2025. Submissions are due by February 28, 2028, at 10:00 AM via email to Brandie Bronston Houpe.
Professional qualifications of key members of design team, relevant past work of prospective firms, other applicable consultants, quality control procedures, response to CCS Community Inclusion Policy, location of primary firm relative to project locations
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Summary
Columbus City Schools is seeking statements of qualifications for three distinct project packages: A) HVAC & Mechanical Improvements Package #26009 & 27001 ($7.0 - $10M budget) requiring a Criteria Engineer; B) Roof Replacement Package #26010 ($2.0 - $2.5M budget) for four or more facilities requiring a Licensed Architect; and C) Outdoor Athletics Package #26006B ($7 - $10M budget) for sports complex upgrades requiring a Construction Manager.
Submittals must follow OFCC F110-330 forms with a 30-page limit. A 20% Local Economically Disadvantaged Enterprise (LEDE) goal applies, while EDGE requirements and Prevailing Wage Rates do not. A virtual informational meeting is scheduled for February 21, 2025. Submissions are due by February 28, 2028, at 10:00 AM via email to Brandie Bronston Houpe.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Professional qualifications of key members of design team
- Relevant past work of prospective firms
- Other applicable consultants
- Quality control procedures
- Response to CCS Community Inclusion Policy
- Location of primary firm relative to project locations
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
OFCC F110-330 Parts I and II, LEDE forms A & B
- Scope location
- Columbus, OH
- Reported agency
- Columbus City Schools
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Columbus City Schools District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 28, 2028. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. For questions, contact Brandie Bronston Houpe.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Columbus City Schools District in OH, 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 Brandie Bronston Houpe. 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: "Professional qualifications of key members of design team, relevant past work of prospective firms, other applicable consultants, quality control procedures, response to CCS Community Inclusion Policy..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Columbus City Schools District?
All active and historical solicitations from Columbus City Schools District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Columbus City Schools District regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of February 28, 2028, 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: OFCC F110-330 Parts I and II, LEDE forms A & B. Review the full document from Columbus City Schools 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: Columbus, OH. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.