Request for Qualifications (RFQ) Architectural Services for classroom expansion

Minot State University is seeking professional architectural services for a classroom expansion in Memorial Hall, home to the Department of Nursing. The selected firm will provide full-service architectural design work, including additional design disciplines as determined by the architect and owner. The project is expected to start on May 14, 2026, and be completed by August 14, 2026. The university is looking for firms with experience in similar projects, satisfactory past performance, and the ability to meet time and funding requirements. Key considerations include the firm's location, with priority given to those headquartered in North Dakota, and their current and projected workload. The evaluation criteria include past performance, ability of professional personnel, willingness to meet time and budget requirements, location, recent and current workloads, related experience, and recent work for the university. Some of the key requirements for the proposal submission include: • Name of the firm and its legal status • Company background and relevant experience • Qualifications of all personnel involved in the project • Lead person(s) responsible for the project and their specific qualifications • Three references with contact information • Proposal format and content requirements, including a maximum of 20 printed pages and specific formatting guidelines.