Track Athlete and Operations Facility Montana State University
| Bidders ID: | NBD15687507372467862 |
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| Due Date: | Aug 13, 2026 |
| Posted Date: | Jul 22, 2026 |
| Level of Government: | State & Local |
| State: | Montana |
| Agency: | State Government of Montana |
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| Solicitation Number: | 2026-02-10 |
| Source: | Members Only |
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Track Athlete and Operations Facility
Montana State University |
Bozeman, MT | 2026-02-10 |
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TO:
ALL ARCHITECTS/ENGINEERS OF RECORD
FROM:
Russ Katherman, Administrator
Architecture & Engineering Division
1500 East Sixth Avenue
P O Box 200103
Helena MT 59620-0103
DATE:
July 16, 2026
RE:
REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS
Firms interested in being considered for an interview for project on the
attached pages must follow these procedures:
• Submit Form 115 through the State’s eMACS system,
https://solutions.sciquest.com/apps/Router/SupplierLogin?CustOrg=StateOfM
ontana. Information in addition to the 115 is acceptable.
• Submissions must be submitted no later than 2:00 p.m. on Thursday,
August 13, 2026
• Submissions received after the deadline may result in rejection.
• The procedure for selection will be in accordance with 18-8-204 MCA.
Firms selected for an interview:
• Will be given project-specific initial information, interview topics/questions,
and the interview schedule.
• Will be asked to present their credentials before an interview committee. The
committee will then submit the names of three (3) qualified firms to the Dept.
of Administration Director, who will appoint one firm for each project in
accordance with 18-2-112 MCA.
The State of Montana makes reasonable accommodations for any known disability that may interfere with an applicant’s
ability to compete in the application and selection process or that may interfere with an applicant’s ability to perform the
essential duties of the job. In order for the State to make such accommodations, applicants must make known any needed
accommodation to the individual project managers or agency contacts listed. Persons using TDD may call the Montana
Relay Service at 1-800-253-4091.
PROJECT TITLE: TRACK ATHLETE AND OPERATIONS FACILITY
MONTANA STATE UNIVERSITY
A/E # 2026-02-10 (Delegated)
MSU PPA #26-1474
Project Budget: $500,000 for Planning & Design Only
Montana State University-Bozeman (MSU) is seeking an experienced firm to provide complete
design services for the design of a Track Athlete and Operations Facility on the MSU Bozeman
campus. The successful firm will have experience in planning, programming, and designing
student athlete support facilities and event operations and support facilities. The total cost of
the project is to be determined based on donor engagement.
The Track Athlete and Operations Facility is intended to serve student athletes with a variety
of resources to support student athlete care and performance and to support athletic
program needs. Space will also be provided to support the operational needs of events
occurring in Bobcat Stadium, Kennedy Stark Indoor Athletic Center and Bobcat Track and
Field Complex. Additionally, the project may address expanded seating capacity for the
Bobcat track and Field Complex. The exact program will be developed through stakeholder
engagement with athletes, coaches, administrative, and facility staff. An assessment of
location options in close proximity to the facilities noted above will be needed to align the
projects goals with operational efficiencies and expectations for donor engagement.
The selected firm will lead a high-quality, fast-paced, high-value design effort from
programming through final construction documents and into construction administration. The
successful consultant shall have adequate staff to successfully manage efficient project
delivery while responsibly managing the project scope, schedule, and budget.
The project may pursue LEED or other building certification consistent with sustainability,
wellness, and resilience goals for the University. The facility shall – at a minimum – comply
with the State’s High-Performance Building Standards.
Tentative Selection Schedule
July 2026 = Issue RFQ
August 2026 = RFQ Responses Due & Shortlisting by Owner
September/October 2026 = Interviews and Selection by Owner
The A&E Division will delegate contracting and project management to MSU after
appointment of the consultant. For more information about the project, contact Dena
Knutson, Assistant Director, Planning, Design, & Construction, Montana State
University at 406-994-5265, (dena.knutson@montana.edu).
Architectural Services for Track Athlete and Operations Facility
A/E # 2026-02-10 (Delegated)
MSU PPA# 26-1474
Montana State University-Bozeman
Attachment #1
1. Introduction
Montana State University-Bozeman (MSU) is seeking an experienced firm to provide
complete design services for the design of a Track Athlete and Operations Facility on
the MSU Bozeman campus. The successful firm will have experience in planning,
programming, and designing student athlete support facilities and event operations
and support facilities. The total cost of the project is to be determined based on donor
engagement. The successful architecture firm must be able to commit a capable
team of staff to see the entire project through design and construction.
2. Contract Structure
This request intends to appoint a single prime firm to program, design, and
administer design and construction for the Track Athlete and Operations Facility
project on the Bozeman campus. Respondents should submit with an architect and
core sub-consultants. Any needs for specialty consultants or partners will be
identified with the Owner during the initial design process. Service scope is
anticipated to follow all deliverable requirements and phases of the “Standard Form
of Agreement Between Owner and Architect/Engineer,” the “Performance and
Document Requirements,” the “High-Performance Building Standards,” and other
project-specific additional service needs as negotiated between the owner and the
selected firm.
3. Qualifications/Informational Requirements
Firms interested in being considered for an interview must:
1. Complete Form 115
2. Provide the following additional information:
a. References. Consultant shall provide three (3) relevant reference
projects similar to the requirements outlined in this RFQ and
performed within the last 5 years (current projects in design or under
construction are acceptable). These references may be contacted to
verify Consultant’s ability to perform the contract. Consultant shall
provide:
a. Client/company name and contact information
b. Location where the services were provided
c. Complete description of the project and service provided
(including scope, schedule, and budget)
d. Dates services were provided
b. Company Profile and Experience. Specify how long the company
submitting the proposal has been in the business of providing services
similar to those requested in this RFQ and under what company
name(s).
c. Team Member Experience. Specify what persons will be allocated to
the project and on what basis (e.g. % of weekly hours). Include
information on how long each team member has been providing
similar services and for what firm/company. People submitting and
interviewing for the project shall be the same personnel performing the
work and managing the project.
d. Technical Experience. Consultant shall provide a complete description
of demonstrated expertise and experience working with other student
athlete supporting spaces and athletic facilities, event operations and
support facilities, and/or other relevant public entities to provide
design services. The response should specifically address the following
experience:
i. Experience with student athlete support facilities and event
operations and support facility planning and analysis to
evaluate multiple options for construction types, building code
compliance, massing, and so forth correlated with potential
delivery schedules and total project costs.
ii. Experience working with a broad range of stakeholders
including athletes, coaches, administrative, and facility staff to
understand facility needs and ultimately determine
recommendations for project scope, schedule, and budget.
iii. Experience providing complete design services for student
athlete support facilities and event operations and support
facilities that include specialty needs and requirements for a
athlete care and performance.
iv. Experience designing for building longevity and collaborating
with maintenance providers to reduce short-term and long-term
maintenance costs of operating buildings.
v. Experience providing accurate cost estimates, budget
management, and optimizing owner outcomes in the low-bid
project delivery method.
e. Creative Experience. Describe the project team’s approach and
experience providing original architectural solutions that respond to
client needs and existing conditions on an architecturally complex
campus.
Montana State University Representatives:
Planning, Design, & Construction
Richard Rudnicki
Director
Plew Building
Bozeman, MT 59717-2760
(406) 994-5560
richard.rudnicki@montana.edu
Planning, Design, & Construction
Dena Knutson
Assistant Director
Plew Building
Bozeman, MT 59717-2760
(406) 994-5265
dena.knutson@montana.edu
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