Pierce County Pre-Design Services for Jail Replacement Project #26-00018
Pierce CountyCounty · Tacoma, WA- Due
- Jul 31, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jun 26, 2026
- Primary contact
- Stephanie Browning
- (253) 798-7796
The 30-second brief
Pierce County Facilities Management Department is soliciting Statements of Qualifications from architecture firms for pre-design services regarding the Jail Replacement Project at the Downtown Campus in Tacoma, WA. The scope includes alternative analysis, project delivery methodology recommendations, cost estimation, and scheduling for a campus that includes the Cloverleaf Jail, 2002 Jail, and County-City Building. The project involves demolition and replacement of certain structures while maintaining operations in others, requiring expertise in jail/correctional design, security systems, phasing, and temporary service planning. The final deliverable will be a pre-design report to guide future construction phases. Submissions are due July 31, 2026, at 1501 Market, Suite #420, Tacoma, WA.
Pre-design report, Alternative analysis, Project delivery methodology recommendation, Cost estimates, Schedules
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Summary
Pierce County Facilities Management Department is soliciting Statements of Qualifications from architecture firms for pre-design services regarding the Jail Replacement Project at the Downtown Campus in Tacoma, WA. The scope includes alternative analysis, project delivery methodology recommendations, cost estimation, and scheduling for a campus that includes the Cloverleaf Jail, 2002 Jail, and County-City Building.
The project involves demolition and replacement of certain structures while maintaining operations in others, requiring expertise in jail/correctional design, security systems, phasing, and temporary service planning. The final deliverable will be a pre-design report to guide future construction phases. Submissions are due July 31, 2026, at 1501 Market, Suite #420, Tacoma, WA.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Pre-design report
- Alternative analysis
- Project delivery methodology recommendation
- Cost estimates
- Schedules
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Jail Entry Packet
- Backgrounds and Badging
- Background Check Authorization
- Submit to
- 1501 Market, Suite #420, Tacoma, WA, 98402
- Scope location
- Tacoma, WA
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Pierce County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is July 31, 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: 1501 Market, Suite #420, Tacoma, WA, 98402. For questions, contact Stephanie Browning.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Pierce County in WA, 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 Stephanie Browning at (253) 798-7796. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Pre-design report, Alternative analysis, Project delivery methodology recommendation, Cost estimates, Schedules. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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Where can I find more RFPs from Pierce County?
All active and historical solicitations from Pierce County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Pierce County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
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: Jail Entry Packet, Backgrounds and Badging, Background Check Authorization. Review the full document from Pierce County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Tacoma, WA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.