Renovation of an educational facility in Lee, New Hampshire. Design plans call for the renovation of a educational facility.

The University System of New Hampshire, representing the University of New Hampshire (UNH) is seeking qualified, professional firms to provide full architectural and engineering services outlined herein specific to a repurposing of Kendall Hall floors three and four at UNH. This solicitation is open to all qualified firms eligible to do business in the State of New Hampshire. Minority and women-owned firms and enterprises are encouraged to participate in this solicitation process. If you need more information on this event, please contact: Deb O'Neil Debbie.oneil@usnh.edu The University of New Hampshire (USNH or Owner) reserves the right to reject any or all proposals and to waive any formalities in the solicitation process. Public Records: Applicability of the New Hampshire Right to Know Law, RSA 91-A Subject to the provisions of the New Hampshire Right to Know Law, RSA 91-A, prior to the issuance of an award the evaluation committee shall treat all proposals received as confidential. After the issuance of an award all proposals shall be public records. If no award is issued and the solicitation is cancelled without intention of reissuance, all proposals shall be public at the time of cancellation. If no award is issued and USNH intends to reissue the solicitation, all proposals shall be confidential until the award is issued or the subsequent solicitation is cancelled without intention of reissuance. Also subject to the provisions of the New Hampshire Right to Know Law, RSA 91-A, the working papers and any other records of the discussions or deliberations of the evaluation committee or any of its members shall be treated as confidential and entitled to either or both of the specific exemptions from public access provided for in RSA 91-A:5, VIII and IX. Applying labels to documents such as "confidential" will not keep them from becoming public records as described in the preceding paragraphs or otherwise affect the application and operation of the New Hampshire Right to Know Law, RSA 91-A. The content of the evaluation committee's working papers and discussions relating to proposals will be considered confidential. USNH strives to conduct business in a sustainable manner that balances economic priorities with environmental health and social impact and prefers do business with companies that share our commitment to sustainability and will partner with us to further sustainability objectives. USNH endeavors to minimize the adverse life cycle effects of the products and services it utilizes, preferring to purchase items with recognized certifications and/or attributes, e.g. Energy Star(TM), FSC, Safer Choice and Fair Trade. Please include as part of your proposal, pertinent information in reference to any sustainable practices and products. These programs or policies can be, but are not limited to, reducing, reusing and recycling resources, disposal of organic and other solid waste, conservation efforts in regards to transportation, energy and water, disposal of hazardous waste, and/or giving back to the community. In order to participate in the Sourcing Event, suppliers must create an account and login credentials. Successful bidders will be invited to provide full company and tax profile information in order to complete the registration process, using the login credentials previously established. Communication regarding this solicitation between firms and University personnel and/or evaluation committee members is prohibited, unless previously authorized by the Procurement Agent or his/her designee. Failure to comply may result in disqualification. Oral information provided by the evaluation committee or any other USNH personnel will not alter or change this solicitation. Changes to the solicitation will be documented by addendum. Revisions, Amendments, and Cancellation:The university/college may extend the deadline date for submissions if, in the university's/college's opinion, any revisions or amendments to this solicitation make this necessary.The university/college may also cancel this solicitation, in whole or in part, or reject all submissions when this action is deemed to be in the best interest of the university/college. Responses shall be transmitted electronically through Jaggaer. The Event will close automatically at the due date and time. Each respondent is solely responsible for the timely submission of its response. Late submittals will not be accepted. The university/college reserves the right to accept or reject any or all submissions received as a result of this solicitation, to waive minor irregularities, or to negotiate with any respondent, in any manner necessary, to serve the best interests of the university/college. USNH reserves the right to request clarification of any aspect of materials received or to request further information as might be required to adequately evaluate credentials and qualifications The cost for developing a response shall be absorbed by the Firm. USNH considers all terms and conditions to be accepted unconditionally by a Firm unless written exceptions are made to specific clauses of this solicitation. Such exceptions may, however, be used as a basis for rejection of a response. Each submission will be reviewed to determine its completeness prior to actual evaluation. Failure to provide or adequately address all categories of information requested, may result in rejection of the Firm's response. Any bid may be withdrawn prior to the time established for the opening of bids by withdrawing through Jaggaer. The Owner will not accept any written requests to withdraw. All bids shall remain in full force and effect for a bid acceptance period of not less than thirty (30) calendar days following the date for opening of bids. Any bid withdrawn during the bid acceptance period shall result in forfeiture of the respective Bidder's bid security. It is at individual campus discretion to declare curtailed operations when the most severe weather conditions are expected or experienced. Any events, including site walks and bid openings, scheduled for a day and time when curtailed operations are declared will be postponed until the next business day, at the same time as originally scheduled, or as otherwise indicated by Addendum. Contractors working in occupied buildings on any USNH campus will be required to observe curtailed operations when declared. Projects which are separated from campus operations by fencing and where the contractor's, and sub-contractors' work force are within the fencing (i.e., the contractor "owns" the job site) will be exempt from this requirement. This policy will be in effect for campus events and those scheduled to occur at the University System of New Hampshire (5 Chenell Drive, Suite 301, Concord, NH 03301-8503). Notification of shortlist No later than 02/05/2019 Mandatory Informational meeting 02/11/2019 at 2:00 p.m. Deadline for questions/inquiries 02/15/2019 at 12:00 noon Response to questions by 02/18/2019 Formal proposals due 02/22/2019 at 2:00 p.m. Interviews/oral presentations Interviews are not anticipated Award announcement 03/04/2019 The method of contractor selection has not been determined at this time