Tennessee Tech University Student Event Center RFQ #SBC 166/011-xx-2026
- Due
- Feb 12, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jan 15, 2026
- Primary contact
- Ms. Jody Webb
- 931-372-3524
The 30-second brief
Tennessee Tech University is seeking a Designer for full design services for a new 63,000 sq ft Student Event Center. The project includes programming, design, contract documents, and construction administration. Estimated construction cost is $50,554,350, with an overall project budget of $63,700,000. Design phase estimated at 16 months, construction at 20 months.
Full design services including programming, design, contract documents, and construction administration.
Qualifications Statement Required Information and Scoring: Design Firm Information (Pass/Fail), Qualifications and Experience (60 points), Technical Services (40 points).
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Summary
Tennessee Tech University is seeking a Designer for full design services for a new 63,000 sq ft Student Event Center.
The project includes programming, design, contract documents, and construction administration. Estimated construction cost is $50,554,350, with an overall project budget of $63,700,000. Design phase estimated at 16 months, construction at 20 months.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Full design services including programming
- Design
- Contract documents
- Construction administration
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Ten bound copies and a single digital file in searchable PDF format on a flash drive. Submittal package should be marked as follows: Qualification Statement, Innovation Center Residence Hall, Tennessee Technological University, Submitted By: <<Firm Name>>.
- Submit to
- Capital Projects and Planning Office, Tennessee Tech University, Facilities and Business Services Building, Room 116, 220 W. Tenth Street, Cookeville TN 38501
- Scope location
- Cookeville, Tennessee
- Projected sq ft
- 63,000 sq ft
- Reported agency
- Tennessee Tech University
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Tennessee Technological University?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 12, 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: Capital Projects and Planning Office, Tennessee Tech University, Facilities and Business Services Building, Room 116, 220 W. Tenth Street, Cookeville TN 38501. For questions, contact Ms. Jody Webb.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Tennessee Technological University in TN, 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 Ms. Jody Webb at 931-372-3524. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Full design services including programming, design, contract documents, and construction administration.. 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: "Qualifications Statement Required Information and Scoring: Design Firm Information (Pass/Fail), Qualifications and Experience (60 points), Technical Services (40 points)." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Tennessee Technological University?
All active and historical solicitations from Tennessee Technological University are tracked and searchable. As a higher ed agency, Tennessee Technological University 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: Ten bound copies and a single digital file in searchable PDF format on a flash drive. Submittal package should be marked as follows: Qualification Statement, Innovation Center Residence Hall, Tennesse. Review the full document from Tennessee Technological University for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Cookeville, Tennessee. The total projected area is 63000 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.