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Appendix D Selection of a Design Professional
Appendix D Selection of a Design Professional
Pages 137-142
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The selection process described below represents a formalized step-by-step procedure that should result in the selection of an architectural firm experienced in the appropriate building type and the assignment by the firm of individuals who have the appropriate qualifications for the project. Other less-formalized selection procedures can also be used; each institution should decide the most appropriate objective selection process.
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Some institutions, however, choose to begin selection of the architect before the project site is selected and before the project program is developed, as most architects are trained in site planning and some are experienced in developing detailed programs for research laboratory facilities. Other institutions engage a site planner and or programmer to complete a preliminary description of the overall project program and site.
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Similarly, larger architectural firms that typically work on $40 million to $100 million projects may find it difficult to give a $5 million to $10 million project appropriate attention. The short list typically consists of 4 to 6 architectural firms.
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The RFP should include the names of the other architects that the institution is considering so that each architect can decide whether to proceed with the selection process. In general, the preparation of a proposal, particularly one responding to a formal RFP prepared by an institution, requires a substantial effort on the architect's part.
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At this point, the architects should be encouraged to visit the site, if they have not done so, and to review the project details with the appropriate representatives on site. In addition, for major projects the selection committee may wish to visit facilities built previously by the architects on the short list.
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This process requires the focused attention of the selection committee and especially that of the individual designated to oversee and manage the process. After the selection committee has made its decision, the architect selected should be notified, as should those who have not been selected.
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