School District of Palm Beach County - District Master Planning Services - RFP 26C-014Q (2025)
Palm Beach County School DistrictSchool · West Palm Beach, FL- Due
- Dec 1, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 27, 2025
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- David Chojnacki
- (561) 882-1990
The 30-second brief
The School District of Palm Beach County is requesting proposals from architectural or planning firms for comprehensive master planning services, space utilization studies, and capacity assessments for schools and ancillary sites. Services include facility inventory and evaluation, physical conditions assessment, functional adequacy assessments, stakeholder engagements, educational programming, site planning, infrastructure capacity assessments, sustainability considerations, economic development alignment, and cost estimating. The contract is a continuing contract for an initial term of one year, with options to renew for four additional one-year terms, with an estimated design fee for each project not to exceed $500,000. Proposals are due by December 1, 2025, at 2:00 P.M. EST, and must be submitted electronically via BidNet Direct. Proposers must be Florida licensed architects authorized to perform services in Palm Beach County.
Experience of the Firm (50 points), Letters of Recommendation (20 points), Capability and Capacity to Meet Planning Requests (40 points), Workload of Proposer (3 points), Volume of Work Previously Awarded (5 points), Business Location (2 points), Proposer as a Certified SBE (18 points)
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Summary
The School District of Palm Beach County is requesting proposals from architectural or planning firms for comprehensive master planning services, space utilization studies, and capacity assessments for schools and ancillary sites.
Services include facility inventory and evaluation, physical conditions assessment, functional adequacy assessments, stakeholder engagements, educational programming, site planning, infrastructure capacity assessments, sustainability considerations, economic development alignment, and cost estimating. The contract is a continuing contract for an initial term of one year, with options to renew for four additional one-year terms, with an estimated design fee for each project not to exceed $500,000. Proposals are due by December 1, 2025, at 2:00 P.M. EST, and must be submitted electronically via BidNet Direct. Proposers must be Florida licensed architects authorized to perform services in Palm Beach County.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Proposal Response Form (Required Response Form A), Disclosure of Discrimination Complaints Statement (Required Response Form B), Business Tax Certificate or Receipt, Verification of Architectural Business Organization Qualification by DBPR, Copy of Professional License (AR#), Certificate of Authority issued by Florida Department of State, Current Certificate of Insurance, Drug Free Workplace Certification (Attachment H), Beneficial Interest and Disclosure of Ownership Affidavit PBSD 1997 (Attachment I), Scrutinized Companies List Certification (Attachment J), Byrd Anti-Lobbying Amendment (Attachment K)
- Submit to
- www.bidnetdirect.com
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Palm Beach County, FL
- Reported agency
- School District of Palm Beach County
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Palm Beach County School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 1, 2025. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: www.bidnetdirect.com. For questions, contact David Chojnacki.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Palm Beach County School District in FL, 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 David Chojnacki at (561) 882-1990. 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 of the Firm (50 points), Letters of Recommendation (20 points), Capability and Capacity to Meet Planning Requests (40 points), Workload of Proposer (3 points), Volume of Work Previously Awa..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Palm Beach County School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Palm Beach County School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Palm Beach County 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 1 year. 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: Proposal Response Form (Required Response Form A), Disclosure of Discrimination Complaints Statement (Required Response Form B), Business Tax Certificate or Receipt, Verification of Architectural Busi. Review the full document from Palm Beach County 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: Palm Beach County, FL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.