2023033FAC - RFSQ Design Research Consultant (Architecture and Urban Design)

To  better  understand,  communicate,  anticipate,  and  respond  to  environmental  changes,  globalization, urbanization, and social transformation, the University of Ottawa is seeking Prequalification Submissions from Urban and Architectural Design Research Consultants (Proponents) whose work and 
practice are driven by research,  systems-thinking,  collaboration  and  the  transformation  of  insightful  data  into  actionable  urban strategies   and   design   decisions   and  who   have   demonstrable  experience   in  public   consultations   with Municipalities,   Government,   Corporations,   Housing   Organizations,   Transport   Agencies,   K-12   and   post- secondary institutions, with the goal of entering into a multi-year contract.

The  University  executes  approximately  $25  Million  in  capital  projects  per  year  and  is  planning  large-scale redevelopments  during  the  term  of  the contract, which  the  University  anticipates  will  involve  a significant research component.

The Services contemplated in this contract are variable in size and scope and on an “as needed” basis with fluctuating demands throughout the term.

It is the intention of the University to award VOR contracts to the three (3) highest scoring Proponents. The University reserves the right to increase or decrease, at its discretion, the number of Successful Proponentsbased on the overall scoring results.
 

Bidding and Documents are available on http://www.merx.com. Fees may apply; See https://www.merx.com/public/pricing for more information.