Request for Qualifications – Architects for Hathaway Howard Fine Arts Center Expansion Project

The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is seeking qualified architectural firms to design a new multi‑story “Art Tower” addition to the Hathaway Howard Fine Arts Center. The scope includes feasibility studies, schematic and design development, construction documents, construction administration, interior design, mechanical system integration, sustainability compliance, and project close‑out for a $5.2 million expansion. Firms must be licensed (or eligible) in Arkansas, provide proof of liability insurance, and demonstrate recent experience with institutional projects, mechanical system integration, and sustainable design. Submissions are limited to 50 printed sheets (100 pages) and must be delivered both in hard copy and electronically by the May 14, 2026 deadline. • Design services covering full project lifecycle from concept to close‑out. • Mandatory Arkansas licensure (or intent letter) and $1M professional liability coverage. • Emphasis on integrating mechanical systems, interior design, and sustainable rating systems in an existing university facility.