Request for Qualifications:
Architects
The University of Arkansas at Monticello, in accordance with the policies of the Board of Trustees, is soliciting responses from interested architects to provide design services for a new football stadium for the institution.
Project Description
The University of Arkansas at Monticello is seeking qualified architects for a new collegiate football stadium. This project will demolish the original football stadium which was built in 1936 and construct a new football stadium on the same site. The stadium will include a new press box for all gameday operations with limited indoor seating, additional reserved seating and general admission for a better experience for students and fans. The total occupancy for the new facility is estimated between 2,000 to 2,400. The bleachers on the visitor’s side of the field will remain as is.
This project is expected to be completed prior to the 2028 football season.
Content Requirements
Include the information below and organize it in an easily accessible manner. Reponses that do not include the required licensure information will be disqualified.
1. Organizational chart for design team and all consultants.
2. Current office size, personnel description, and workload.
3. Specific project experience with football stadiums and other athletic facilities.
4. Current and projected workload.
5. List of projects currently under contract with state agencies or educational facilities.
6. Proof of current professional liability insurance coverage ($1,000,000 minimum required).
7. Proof of licensure in the State of Arkansas.
Professional Services Required
Site planning, engineering, programming, cost evaluation, schematic design, design development, construction documents, construction administration, and project closeout.
Scoring Criteria
Qualifications: Current office size, personnel description, work load etc.
Current Projects: Projects currently under contract with State Agencies or Education facilities.
Experience: General qualifications and experience managing projects of similar size and type.
Required Information: Inclusion of required information listed above.
Submission
Written responses will be considered if received by 3:00 PM on Thursday, November 5, 2026. All respondents will be notified of the results by mail. Please provide accurate contact information including a current email address for the primary contact person.
Address six (6) copies of responses to:
University of Arkansas at Monticello
Attn: Sage Loyd
Administration Building, Room 101-B
346 University Drive
P.O. Box 3597
Monticello, AR 71656
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