University of Illinois at Chicago
QBS #PSS600C26171
Request for Professional Services Qualifications (QBS): FY28 Architectural I Retainer Services
First published Wednesday, July 1, 2026
Project Description
Professional Services Consultant to provide professional services concentrated in architectural services, on an open-ended basis for two fiscal years (beginning July 1, 2027 and ending June 30, 2029) with an option for one additional two fiscal year period (July 1st 2029 through June 30th 2031) with provisions for the adjustment of the consultants hourly rate schedule in conjunction therewith. Professional Services Consultant must work with all University project specific / system software as required. There is no guarantee of work to be assigned. Projects are generally limited to those with project costs less than $7,500,000 or professional fees up to $750,000 per project. Services shall be performed on an as-need basis during the contract period. The University may select multiple consultants from this request. Each consultant selected may be limited to an aggregate of $1,000,000 in fees per fiscal year. Project types vary widely. A partial list of those types would include any and all departments/aspects of a major urban University including but not limited to, higher education, housing, research, recreation, parking, etc. Project costs, fees and aggregate fees may be amended with required approval.
Project Location: University of Illinois Chicago campuses in 1. Chicago, Illinois 2. Rockford, Illinois 3. Peoria, Illinois
See attached for complete details.
Professional Services Consultant to provide professional services concentrated in architectural services, on an open-ended basis for two fiscal years (beginning July 1, 2027 and ending June 30, 2029) with an option for one additional two fiscal year period (July 1st 2029 through June 30th 2031) with provisions for the adjustment of the consultants hourly rate schedule in conjunction therewith. Professional Services Consultant must work with all University project specific / system software as required. There is no guarantee of work to be assigned. Projects are generally limited to those with project costs less than $7,500,000 or professional fees up to $750,000 per project. Services shall be performed on an as-need basis during the contract period. The University may select multiple consultants from this request. Each consultant selected may be limited to an aggregate of $1,000,000 in fees per fiscal year. Project types vary widely. A partial list of those types would include any and all departments/aspects of a major urban University including but not limited to, higher education, housing, research, recreation, parking, etc. Project costs, fees and aggregate fees may be amended with required approval.
Project Location: University of Illinois Chicago campuses in 1. Chicago, Illinois 2. Rockford, Illinois 3. Peoria, Illinois
See attached for complete details.
Letter Submission
Qualifications and supporting materials will be accepted below until 4:00 PM, Thursday July 30, 2026:At the following address:
via PRZM electronic bidding per bidding documents
Chicago, IL 60607
via PRZM electronic bidding per bidding documents
Chicago, IL 60607
Officially recognized timestamped submittal date will be the electronic copy of the packet, organized and with electronic bookmarks as indicated above, shall be submitted in pdf format, using the URL https://przm.apps.uillinois.edu/przm/ocpweb.nsf/projectsuic to complete and submit the information. The electronic copy shall be submitted using the web at the URL listed and will not be accepted via email.
The electronic submittal is the official submittal of record. Firms shall be disqualified if an electronic submittal is not received. Firms shall notify contact person above of any technical problems PRIOR to the time/date the submittal is due.
The electronic submittal is the official submittal of record. Firms shall be disqualified if an electronic submittal is not received. Firms shall notify contact person above of any technical problems PRIOR to the time/date the submittal is due.
Contact Information:
Walter Hainsfurther
Chicago, IL 60607
Phone: (312) 996-6068
E-Mail:walterh3@uic.edu
Chicago, IL 60607
Phone: (312) 996-6068
E-Mail:walterh3@uic.edu
For instructions on how to obtain a comprehensive purchase description, disclosure or contract forms, contact:
Karen Brown
Phone: (217) 300-2901
Phone: (217) 300-2901
Chief Procurement Officer - Bridget McHatton
State Purchasing Officer - Caleb Adams
Only those firms which meet the following qualifications will be considered:
- There is a 30 percent BEP goal for this procurement. See solicitation documentation for details.
- There is a 3 percent Veteran-owned business goal for this procurement. See solicitation documentation for details.
- The contract(s) for this solicitation could exceed $50,000 annually.
Selection will be consistent with the Architectural, Engineering, and Land Surveying Qualifications Based Selection Act (30 ILCS 535/1).
This transaction is subject to the State Board of Elections registration and certification requirements of Public Act 095-0971.
The State of Illinois has a policy to encourage prospective vendors to hire qualified veterans, minorities, females, persons with disabilities and ex-offenders.