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DESCRIPTION
A government authority in Pasadena, California, is seeking a qualified architect to provide stadium architectural services. The selected architect will provide conceptual planning, prepare concept drawings, develop project construction estimates, analyze alternative designs, and perform value engineering.
The architect will also coordinate and communicate the activities of the project team throughout all phases of the project. Questions must be submitted by October 20, 2026, and a pre-bid meeting is scheduled for September 28, 2026. Proposals are due November 5, 2026.
KEY REQUIREMENTS
- Must have professional or collegiate stadium project experience (new or renovated) within the past 10 years
- Must provide five projects/contracts of similar scope and size
- Must have key personnel based within or readily available from the City of Pasadena or greater Los Angeles County
- Must comply with City of Pasadena Living Wage Ordinance for contracts over $25,000
- Must submit a completed Form AA-1 for equal employment opportunity compliance
- Must submit a Non-Collusion Declaration
- Must provide evidence of professional liability (errors & omissions) insurance capacity
- Must be registered with the Department of Industrial Relations for public works projects
- Must comply with Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and related accessibility laws
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TIMELINE
Notice of Interest Form due September 18th, 2026
Pre-Proposal Meeting September 28th, 2026
Question Submission Deadline October 20th, 2026
Question Response Deadline October 27th, 2026
Proposal Submission Deadline November 5th, 2026
Issuing Agency
Rose Bowl Operating Company
CONTACTS
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Frequently asked questions
- When is the submission deadline?
- Submissions are due November 5, 2026. Questions must be submitted by October 20, 2026.
- Who issued this RFP?
- It was issued by Rose Bowl Operating Company. The work is located in Pasadena, California, United States.
- Who is a good fit for this opportunity?
- Architecture or multidisciplinary design firm with stadium and sports-facility experience
- Demonstrated expertise in conceptual planning, architectural design, cost estimating, and value engineering
- Experience coordinating project teams through multiple project phases
- Licensed professionals eligible to provide architectural services in California
- Strong record delivering projects for government or public-sector clients
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