Pierce County Opengov #2026-RFQ-109

Pierce County Seeks Architectural and Engineering Services for New Juvenile Justice Center in Tacoma, WA

Pierce County Facilities Management Department is seeking qualified architectural and engineering firms for the design and construction of a new Juvenile Justice Center in Tacoma, WA. - Government Buyer: - Pierce County Facilities Management Department, Procurement and Contract Division - Scope of Services: - Pre-design (5% design), schematic design (30%), design development (60%), and construction documents (100%) - Bidding assistance, permitting, construction administration, and project closeout - Includes architectural, civil, structural, mechanical, plumbing, electrical engineering, security consulting, hazardous materials assessment, cost estimating, stakeholder engagement, and code compliance - Project Details: - Replacement of the existing Remann Hall Juvenile Detention Center at 5501 6th Ave, Tacoma, WA - Emphasis on trauma-informed design, sustainability, resource conservation, security, and accessibility - Stakeholder engagement with youth, families, staff, and community partners - Compliance with Washington State regulations and legal standards - Consideration of alternative delivery methods such as design-build or phased construction - Funding: - Initial funding of $2.4 million for preliminary and schematic design - No specific OEMs or vendors are named, as this is a professional services solicitation - Attachments include background reports, sample agreements, and security procedures

Description

Pierce County Facilities Management Department is seeking Statements of Qualifications from experienced architecture firms for pre-design and architectural services for the Reimagining Juvenile Justice project. The project involves designing and constructing a new juvenile justice center in Tacoma, Washington, replacing the aging Remann Hall Juvenile Detention Center. The scope includes pre-design, schematic design, design development, construction documents, and assistance with bidding, permitting, and construction administration. The project emphasizes trauma-informed design, stakeholder engagement, sustainability, and compliance with legal and security standards.

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