SAU 50 Rye School District Facilities Master Plan Architectural Study RFP 2026
Greenland School DistrictSchool · Greenland, NH- Due
- May 7, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Mar 16, 2026
- Contract term
- 10 years
- Primary contact
- Susan Penny
- (603) 607-5884
The 30-second brief
The Rye School District, through SAU 50, is soliciting proposals from qualified architectural firms to develop a ten-year facilities master plan. The study will evaluate Rye Elementary School (built 1956, ~50,567 sq ft) and Rye Junior High School (built 1933, ~52,155 sq ft). The consultant will analyze four scenarios: maintaining the two-building configuration, adding community space, single-site consolidation via renovation, and single-site consolidation via new construction. Scope includes existing facilities review (systems, code, ADA, deferred maintenance), enrollment and capacity analysis, conceptual planning, and order-of-magnitude cost estimates. A mandatory site walkthrough is scheduled for March 26, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. Proposals are due by May 7, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. at the SAU 50 office in Greenland, NH.
Preliminary project schedule, Two sample facilities master plans, Lump-sum fee proposal, Completed proposal form, Conceptual site/floor plan diagrams, Summary of space program assumptions, Order-of-magnitude cost estimates
Experience and expertise in developing facilities master plans, approach to the process, samples of prior plans, recent success/references, pricing
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Summary
The Rye School District, through SAU 50, is soliciting proposals from qualified architectural firms to develop a ten-year facilities master plan.
The study will evaluate Rye Elementary School (built 1956, ~50,567 sq ft) and Rye Junior High School (built 1933, ~52,155 sq ft). The consultant will analyze four scenarios: maintaining the two-building configuration, adding community space, single-site consolidation via renovation, and single-site consolidation via new construction. Scope includes existing facilities review (systems, code, ADA, deferred maintenance), enrollment and capacity analysis, conceptual planning, and order-of-magnitude cost estimates. A mandatory site walkthrough is scheduled for March 26, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. Proposals are due by May 7, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. at the SAU 50 office in Greenland, NH.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Experience and expertise in developing facilities master plans
- Approach to the process
- Samples of prior plans
- Recent success/references
- Pricing
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- Preliminary project schedule
- Two sample facilities master plans
- Lump-sum fee proposal
- Completed proposal form
- Conceptual site/floor plan diagrams
- Summary of space program assumptions
- Order-of-magnitude cost estimates
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Appendix A - Facilities Report
- Appendix B - Enrollment Analysis
- Appendix C - NESDEC Enrollment Projection Report
- Appendix D - Rye Town Master Plan
- Bid Form
- Submit to
- 48 Post Road, Greenland, NH 03840
- Scope location
- Rye, NH
- Projected sq ft
- 102,722 sq ft
- Reported agency
- SAU 50
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Greenland School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is May 7, 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: 48 Post Road, Greenland, NH 03840. For questions, contact Susan Penny.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Greenland School District in NH, 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 Susan Penny at (603) 607-5884. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Preliminary project schedule, Two sample facilities master plans, Lump-sum fee proposal, Completed proposal form, Conceptual site/floor plan diagrams, Summary of space program assumptions, Order-of-magnitude cost estimates. 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: "Experience and expertise in developing facilities master plans, approach to the process, samples of prior plans, recent success/references, pricing" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Greenland School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Greenland School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Greenland 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 10 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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: Appendix A - Facilities Report, Appendix B - Enrollment Analysis, Appendix C - NESDEC Enrollment Projection Report, Appendix D - Rye Town Master Plan, Bid Form. Review the full document from Greenland 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: Rye, NH. The total projected area is 102722 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.