When is the submission deadline?

This RFP closed on August 12, 2026 and is no longer accepting submissions.

What is the budget for this RFP?

Settle estimates the budget at $1,000,000 – $5,000,000. The issuer has not published an official figure.

It was issued by El Paso Independent School District. The work is located in El Paso, Texas, United States.

Who is a good fit for this opportunity?

Licensed architectural and engineering firm with K–12 school design experience. Proven delivery of large educational facilities through design, bidding, and construction phases. Multidisciplinary team covering architecture, structural, MEP, civil, and technology systems. Experience designing student-centered spaces, libraries, cafeterias, gyms, and support facilities. Strong background in school safety, accessibility, and code-compliant educational environments. Familiarity with public-sector procurement and stakeholder coordination in Texas. Capacity to manage projects exceeding 100,000 square feet.

Architectural and Engineering Design Services for New Educational Facility (Closed)

Overview

Architecture, Engineering & Urban Planning

El Paso, Texas, United StatesPosted: July 23, 2026Deadline: August 12, 2026

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SUMMARY

Government authority in El Paso, Texas seeks architectural and engineering design services for a new 102,720-square-foot PK–5 educational facility serving 702 students. The scope covers design, bidding, and construction-phase services for a modern school with classrooms, labs, administrative areas, library, cafeteria, and gymnasium.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Must be authorized by the State Controller to do business in Texas
Must comply with the Cone of Silence/Anti-Lobbying Policy
Must provide evidence of insurance coverage
Must comply with criminal history record information (CHRI) requirements for covered employees
Must comply with EDGAR requirements for federal funding
Must submit a Certificate of Interested Parties (Form 1295) if the contract value is $1 million or more
Must provide financial statements for the past two fiscal years
Must provide three school district client references

BUDGET

Estimate

$1,000,000 – $5,000,000

CONTRACT DURATION

12 months

TIMELINE

Issuance of Solicitation: July 22nd, 2026

Non-Mandatory Pre-Proposal Informational Conference: July 24th, 2026

Last Day for Proposers to Submit Written Questions: July 31st, 2026

Answers to Questions Provided: July 30th, 2026

Deadline for Submission of Proposals: August 12th, 2026

RFQ Award Date: September 2026

QUESTION DEADLINE

July 31, 2026

CONTACTS

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Issuing Agency

El Paso Independent School District

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DESCRIPTION

A government authority in El Paso, Texas is seeking architectural and engineering design services for the design, bidding, and construction phases of a new educational facility. The project involves a state-of-the-art school of approximately 102,720 square feet with capacity for 702 students, intended to enhance student achievement, operational efficiency, safety and security, accessibility, equity, and overall educational quality.

The planned facility will include approximately 30 modern classrooms for grades PK–5, a science lab, six collaboration areas, administration space, outdoor learning and recreation areas, and building support services. Additional components include custodial space, food and nutrition services, upgraded infrastructure, advanced technology capabilities, and spaces designed to support innovative teaching and learning practices.

Required program elements include core academic spaces such as standard classrooms with integrated technology infrastructure, science laboratories with appropriate ventilation and safety provisions, and computer laboratories with enhanced electrical and data capacity. Administrative and support areas include a main office suite, counseling offices, and a health clinic. Common areas and student services include a media center or library, a cafeteria with full-service kitchen, and a gymnasium with retractable bleacher seating and athletic storage.

Questions are due by July 31, 2026. A non-mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for July 24, 2026.

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Frequently asked questions

When is the submission deadline?: This RFP closed on August 12, 2026 and is no longer accepting submissions.
What is the budget for this RFP?: Settle estimates the budget at $1,000,000 – $5,000,000. The issuer has not published an official figure.
Who issued this RFP?: It was issued by El Paso Independent School District. The work is located in El Paso, Texas, United States.
Who is a good fit for this opportunity?: Licensed architectural and engineering firm with K–12 school design experience
Proven delivery of large educational facilities through design, bidding, and construction phases
Multidisciplinary team covering architecture, structural, MEP, civil, and technology systems
Experience designing student-centered spaces, libraries, cafeterias, gyms, and support facilities
Strong background in school safety, accessibility, and code-compliant educational environments
Familiarity with public-sector procurement and stakeholder coordination in Texas
Capacity to manage projects exceeding 100,000 square feet

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