University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill - George Watts Hill Alumni Center Renovation & Addition RFQ - CIP-27062 (2026)
University Of North Carolina At Chapel HillHigher Ed · Chapel Hill, NC- Due
- Nov 19, 2026
- 21 days left
- Posted
- Sep 30, 2026
- Primary contact
- Nathan M. Harms
- (919) 452-5420
The 30-second brief
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and Carolina Alumni seek architect-led design teams and engineering disciplines for advance planning services, including site/civil, building envelope, MEP, structural, and cost estimation. The project involves a comprehensive renovation of the George Watts Hill Alumni Center and the Carolina Club totaling approximately 68,750-sf, and a new 27,500-sf addition for the UNC Welcome Center and Admissions Offices. The capital improvement project has a current authority of $5.5-m for advance planning services. Proposals are due by November 19, 2026, following a virtual pre-proposal meeting on October 20, 2026. Submissions require SF-330 format, an architectural license in North Carolina, and compliance with NC State Building Codes.
Specialized or Appropriate Expertise in the type of project, Past Performance on similar projects, Adequate staff and Proposed Design & Consultant Team, Current Workload and State Projects awarded, Proposed Design Approach, Recent Experience with Project Costs and Schedules, Construction Administration capabilities, Proximity to and familiarity with the area, Record of successfully completed projects without major legal or technical problems, Small Business Participation & Utilization, Team's recent experience with NC State Construction Office
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Summary
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and Carolina Alumni seek architect-led design teams and engineering disciplines for advance planning services, including site/civil, building envelope, MEP, structural, and cost estimation.
The project involves a comprehensive renovation of the George Watts Hill Alumni Center and the Carolina Club totaling approximately 68,750-sf, and a new 27,500-sf addition for the UNC Welcome Center and Admissions Offices. The capital improvement project has a current authority of $5.5-m for advance planning services. Proposals are due by November 19, 2026, following a virtual pre-proposal meeting on October 20, 2026. Submissions require SF-330 format, an architectural license in North Carolina, and compliance with NC State Building Codes.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Specialized or Appropriate Expertise in the type of project, Past Performance on similar projects, Adequate staff and Proposed Design & Consultant Team, Current Workload and State Projects awarded, Proposed Design Approach, Recent Experience with Project Costs and Schedules, Construction Administration capabilities, Proximity to and familiarity with the area, Record of successfully completed projects without major legal or technical problems, Small Business Participation & Utilization, Team's recent experience with NC State Construction Office
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Letter of Interest
- Standard Form 330 (SF 330)
- Supplemental Information (SF-330 Part II, NC Architectural firm License)
- Submit to
- The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, 103 Airport Drive, Chapel Hill, NC 27599; [email protected]
- Scope location
- Chapel Hill, NC
- Projected sq ft
- 96,250 sq ft
- Reported agency
- University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 19, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, 103 Airport Drive, Chapel Hill, NC 27599; [email protected]. For questions, contact Nathan M. Harms.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
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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: Letter of Interest, Standard Form 330 (SF 330), Supplemental Information (SF-330 Part II, NC Architectural firm License). Review the full document from University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Chapel Hill, NC. The total projected area is 96250 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.