Request for Qualifications: Architectural Services RFQ
Posted
12/03/2025
Description
The purpose of this solicitation is to qualify Consultants to contract with KCHA to provide professional services on an “as-needed” basis pursuant to the issuance of Task Orders for specific and selected services during the term of the Contract. The selected Consultant’s firm shall furnish all expertise, labor and resources in accordance with the requirements of KCHA and shall provide complete services necessary for the Task Order(s) issued throughout the duration of the contract.
Scope of Work
The Consultant will provide Architectural services which may include, but are not limited to:
1. Preparation of schematic drawings, permit drawings, and construction specifications.
2. Clarify and connect cost estimating.
3. Provide Architectural Specifications and other design services related “as needed” to complete the design and construction drawings/specification of the assigned projects for:
a. Structural, Civil, Electrical/Mechanical/Plumbing and other related services
b. Envelope, Roof, and building assembly/material inspection/testing as necessary (detailed below)
4. Provide rehabilitation design for existing buildings.
5. Inventory existing building deficiencies as necessary.
6. Provide cost efficient functional architectural design that also meets elements of environmentally friendly designs.
7. Assist with master planning for various projects including development projects.
8. Perform analysis and evaluation of existing conditions at various sites and make recommendations for improvements, solutions, or modifications to existing conditions.
9. Provide Solar ready features for all buildings to be completed.
10. Perform analysis of:
a. Insulation addition and cost comparisons of different methods and analysis.
b. Building envelope and water protection details.
11. Cost and time estimates.
12. Code compliance issues.
a. As requested, air quality and energy code compliance in new and rehabilitation.
13. Feasibility studies.
14. Permit application.
15. Field observation/inspections.
16. Respond to RFI’s on various projects.
17. ASI responses to complex construction issues.
18. Provide material selection, finish options and colors.
19. Review of change orders for completeness and cost analysis.
20. Attend project progress meetings.
21. Make presentations to KCHA Staff.
22. Coordination for specific projects with KCHA, contractors, and other professional disciplines.
Project Manual Distribution Packet
Date of issue: 12/03/2025.
Documentation is attached.
Contact Person
Kelly Iverson
Sr. Management Analyst
206-574-1218
kellyi@kcha.org
Question deadline: 12/16/2025 at 10:00 a.m.
Submission Deadline
01/08/2026 at 10:00 a.m.