Architect of Record Services

The Akron Metro Regional Transit Authority in Akron, Ohio, requires a qualified Architect of Record to support a facility renovation and construction project. The agency is seeking local expertise to navigate the municipal building code authority, permitting processes, zoning regulations, and historic preservation considerations. This initiative aims to address existing center conditions and ensure compliance with all local jurisdictions during the design and construction phases. The scope of work covers facility assessment, space planning, schematic layout development, and the creation of phased construction documents. The selected architect must provide code analysis to the design-build contractor, prepare base architectural drawings, and coordinate system integration with engineering subconsultants. Additionally, the agency requires the development of complete construction documents that incorporate specific facility standards for finishes, security hardware, and law enforcement design elements, alongside phase boundary plans for a three-phase construction sequence. Eligible bidders must be onshore organizations based in the United States. The agency requires the selected vendor to perform all work onsite at the facility in Akron, Ohio. While the agency is actively looking for budget proposals and has not disclosed a specific funding limit, all clarifying questions regarding this opportunity must be submitted no later than June 8, 2026.