Architect of Record Services

The government authority in Akron, Ohio is seeking architect of record services to support a facility renovation and construction project. The agency needs to solve space planning, code compliance, and phased construction challenges for an existing center. The selected vendor will provide local knowledge of the building code authority having jurisdiction, permitting processes, zoning, and historic preservation considerations. The scope of work covers facility assessment, programming support, and space planning. The architect of record will perform code analysis to inform design-build alternatives and prepare base architectural drawings. The agency also requires coordination with engineering subconsultants to integrate systems with the schematic layout. The project further requests the development of complete construction documents based on approved schematic layouts and design criteria. The vendor must incorporate specific facility standards for finishes, security hardware, and law enforcement design elements. The work also includes producing phase boundary plans and interim configuration drawings for a three-phase construction plan. Bidders must be onshore organizations based in the United States. The agency requires the selected vendor to perform all work onsite at the Akron facility. The authority is currently looking for proposals to establish the budget for these services. The agency has set a deadline of June 8, 2026, for the submission of all questions regarding this opportunity. Evaluation criteria are focused on the vendor's ability to meet the detailed technical, local permitting, and phased construction requirements.