Renovation of an educational facility in Buies Creek, North Carolina. Conceptual plans call for the renovation of a educational facility.

Introduction Harnett County Schools (HCS) is soliciting Statements of Qualifications (SOQs) from qualified architectural and/or engineering firms to provide Design Services for a new Buies Creek Elementary school facility. HCS intends to use the Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) delivery method. This solicitation is for design-only services; the selected firm will not participate in construction execution. This solicitation is being conducted in accordance with the Mini-Brooks Act (N.C.G.S. 143-64.31), which requires that contracting for architectural, engineering, and other professional design services be based on demonstrated competence and qualification without regard to fee. Project Description Harnett County Schools plans to design and construct a new Buies Creek Elementary School in Corner of Johnson Farm and Tysinger Rd, Harnett County. The new facility will accommodate approximately 500 students and will include classrooms, administrative offices, media center, cafeteria, auxiliary gymnasium, athletic fields, and associated site work. The project must be designed in accordance with applicable North Carolina Department of Public Instruction (DPI) guidelines, North Carolina Building Code, and all other applicable federal, state, and local requirements. Scope of Services The selected Design Consultant will provide full professional services for the design of the new high school, including but not limited to: o Pre-Design & Programming Phase - Participate in stakeholder engagement and educational programming development. - Conduct site evaluations and feasibility analysis. - Coordinate with DPI and local officials on regulatory requirements. o Schematic Design Phase - Develop preliminary design concepts, layouts, and system narratives. - Coordinate with the CMAR to support budgeting and constructability analysis. o Design Development Phase - Advance the design with detailed floor plans, systems design, and outline specifications. - Conduct multidisciplinary coordination (civil, structural, MEP, etc.). o Construction Document Phase - Prepare final, biddable, and permit-ready construction drawings and specifications. - Submit to DPI Plant Operations and other required authorities for approval. o Bidding & GMP Support Phase - Collaborate with CMAR and Owner during subcontractor bid packaging. - Respond to RFIs and clarify design intent during GMP development. o Construction Administration Phase (Limited to Design Oversight) - Respond to RFIs, review submittals, attend site visits, and verify compliance with design intent. - Participate in punch list walkthroughs and record drawing preparation. Deadline for Questions August 19, 2025 by 2:00 PM Addenda Answering Questions August 22, 2025 Questions concerning this RFQ should be directed to: Harnett County Schools Attn: Garland McDowell, Director of Purchasing 125 Alexander Dr. (physical) Lillington, NC 27546 Telephone (910) 893-7557 E-mail: gmcdowell@harnett.k12.nc.us Approval of firms and Begins Negotiations September 2025 (TBD) The method of Contractor Selection has not been Determined at this time.