Description
Mt. Hood Community College is seeking a design services firm to provide architectural and engineering design services for capital improvement projects funded by a $136.4 million construction bond. The selected firm will be responsible for designing and planning various projects, including building renovations, new construction, and infrastructure improvements. The college is looking for a firm with experience in public projects, particularly in the state of Oregon, and a proven track record of delivering high-quality design services. Key areas of focus include:
• Instructional improvements, such as renovating science labs and creating a multidisciplinary lab
• Equity and access improvements, including creating all-gender toilet rooms and improving wayfinding
• Campus safety and security enhancements, such as upgrading building intrusion alarm systems and integrating access control
• Student success and support initiatives, including transforming the library into a learning resource center
• Asset preservation and deferred maintenance, including annual HVAC, plumbing, and electrical replacements and upgrades
The college is committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive campus environment and is seeking a design services firm that shares this vision.
• Improving visual connectivity and transparency
• Increasing the use of color and warm materials
• Creating gathering areas and social spaces
• Enhancing campus wayfinding and improving its welcoming feel