Port Townsend School District
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Management Support Policy 6925: Architect and Engineering Services

When considering the acquisition of architectural and engineering services the board of directors shall issue a notice in publication(s) of general circulation stating the general scope and nature of project(s) for which services are required. Effort shall be made to inform firms who employ minorities and/or women.

Interested firms will be requested to submit a statement of qualifications and performance data to enable the board to determine which architectural or engineering firm will best serve the needs of the district. Criteria for selection of a firm shall include, but not be limited to, quality and breadth of staff, design of similar projects, production capability, supervision and quality control, relationship with clients, cost estimates and budget control.

The superintendent is directed to establish necessary procedures to solicit and screen qualified engineers and architects. The superintendent shall recommend one or more firms to the board for its consideration. The board and the successful architectural or engineering firm shall enter into a contract for the necessary services. In the event of an emergency, the board may waive this selection process and secure such services as needed.

Cross References: Policy 6220 Bid Requirements
Legal References: RCW 28A.330.100(3) Additional powers of boards (1st class)
  RCW 28A.39.80 Contracts for architectural and engineering services
  AGO 57-59 No. 68 Architects' contracts

ADOPTED: January 23, 1992
REVISED: February 9, 1998
REVISED: January 25, 1999
REVISED: November 24, 2003

Last Updated 03.21.05