South Dakota Office of the State Engineer Fieldhouse, Gassen Family Fieldhouse (A/E Services) RFP 2026
South Dakota Department of Environment & Natural ResourcesState · Pierre, SD- Due
- Apr 17, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Mar 18, 2026
- Primary contact
- Sara Norstrom
- (605) 280-6606
The 30-second brief
Request for Statements of Interest for Architectural and Engineering services for the design, bid, and construction of the Gassen Family Fieldhouse at the University of South Dakota. The project involves a new 105,000 sq ft indoor facility with a 200-meter banked track and other athletic amenities. The construction budget is $36,000,000.
Statement of Interest
Specialized expertise, capabilities, and technical competence (25%); Resources available (20%); Record of past performance (30%); Availability to project locale (5%); Familiarity with project locale (10%); Proposed project management techniques (5%); Ability and project history in handling special project constraints (5%).
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Summary
Request for Statements of Interest for Architectural and Engineering services for the design, bid, and construction of the Gassen Family Fieldhouse at the University of South Dakota.
The project involves a new 105,000 sq ft indoor facility with a 200-meter banked track and other athletic amenities. The construction budget is $36,000,000.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Statement of Interest
- Scope location
- Vermillion, South Dakota
- Projected sq ft
- 105,000 sq ft
- Reported agency
- Office of the State Engineer
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from South Dakota Department of Environment & Natural Resources?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 17, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. For questions, contact Sara Norstrom.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including South Dakota Department of Environment & Natural Resources in SD, 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 Sara Norstrom at (605) 280-6606. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Statement of Interest. 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: "Specialized expertise, capabilities, and technical competence (25%); Resources available (20%); Record of past performance (30%); Availability to project locale (5%); Familiarity with project locale (..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from South Dakota Department of Environment & Natural Resources?
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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. Review the full document from South Dakota Department of Environment & Natural Resources for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Vermillion, South Dakota. The total projected area is 105000 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.