Specifications include, but are not limited to: The architectural firm or engineer shall: 1. Review existing drawings, plans, and actual conditions and advise the District on issues of concern in regard to design, equipment selection, material selection, cost estimation as well as cost (life-cycle) analysis. 2. Provide schematic and design development, bid documents, and a detailed cost estimate at each phase, which may include: a. Attend coordination meetings b. Provide progress prints/cost estimates (labor and materials) at appropriate intervals c. Include elevations of exposed mechanical or electrical units and/or three-dimensional renderings (as requested) d. Provide architectural design drawings, which shall include all components and accessories 3. Assist in the bidding phases: a. Attend pre-bid and pre-construction meetings b. Answer questions/clarifications during bidding 4. Review and evaluate submittals and claims for extra costs. 5. Inspect the construction site and actively participate in on-site construction meetings. Advise the District regarding interpretations of contract documents and payments to contractors. 6. Conduct and assist the District for substantial completion by preparing a punch list and conducting a final inspection. 7. The Architect’s firm, including principals, project managers, and key personnel, shall have relevant experience with similar work and shall be competent to perform the services required under this RFP. 8. The work contemplated is professional in nature. It is understood that the Architect, acting as an individual, corporation, or other legal entity, is of professional status and is licensed, as appropriate, to perform in the State of Iowa and shall be governed by the professional ethics of said professions in its relationship to the Decorah Community School District. 9. It is understood that all reports, information, or data prepared or assembled by the Architect shall be confidential in nature and shall not be made available to any individual or organization, except the Decorah Community School District, without the prior written approval of the Decorah Community School District. 10. The Architect shall be financially solvent. The district reserves the right to request information to determine solvency. 11. The Architect shall be responsible for complying with local, state, and federal codes, legislation procedures, and regulations affecting work in their professional area.
