Architectural and Engineering Services

Here is a summary of the RFP document: **Introduction** The Procurement Division of Knox County, Tennessee is seeking sealed Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for Architectural and Engineering Services. The deadline for submission is November 19, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. local time. **Scope of Work** Knox County and Knox County Schools are seeking to identify multiple professional architecture firms to provide future design services for various projects, including roof replacements, security upgrades, and accessibility upgrades. The selected firms will be ranked in order of their scores, and contracts will be awarded as projects are identified. **Evaluation Criteria** The evaluation criteria include: 1. Qualifications and Experience (20 points) 2. Key Personnel (20 points) 3. Example Projects (15 points) 4. Technical Services (35 points) 5. Litigation, Bankruptcy, and Conflict of Interest (information only, no points assigned) **Submission Requirements** Vendors must submit one original and one copy of their qualifications, along with an electronic copy on CD/flash drive. The submission must include: 1. Company information 2. Qualifications and experience 3. Key personnel information 4. Example projects 5. Technical services description 6. Litigation, bankruptcy, and conflict of interest information **Contract Execution** The contract will be negotiated using the AIA Document B101-2017, with modifications. The contract will be awarded to the highest-rated vendor, and negotiations will proceed in sequential order. **Important Notes** * Knox County reserves the right to reject any and all qualifications and to waive minor informalities. * Vendors must comply with all applicable regulations, including the Tennessee Public Records Act. * The contract will be governed by the law of the principal place of business of the Owner. * The Architect shall prepare cost estimates and design the project within the budgeted Maximum Allowable Construction Cost. **Attachment A** The attachment includes modifications to the AIA Document B101-2017, including changes to the Architect's responsibilities, additional services, and contract termination.