Morrow County Courthouse Feasibility RFQ

Morrow County issued a competitive RFQ to obtain a comprehensive feasibility study for its historic 1903 courthouse in Heppner, Oregon. The study must evaluate the building’s structural condition, building envelope, mechanical/electrical/fire‑protection systems, ADA compliance, and space planning, and it must produce detailed architectural drawings, renovation scope recommendations, and cost estimates to guide a future renovation. Proposals were evaluated on a weighted points system (experience, team, historic‑building knowledge, approach, and cost) with a possible interview bonus. The contract was awarded to DLR Group, with work scheduled to begin August 31 2021 and be completed by November 30 2021. • Scope includes full building evaluation, ADA/ accessibility analysis, MEP systems review, historic‑preservation considerations, and detailed cost‑estimate reporting. • Evaluation criteria total 100 points; experience with courthouses and historic structures accounts for 60 % of the score. • The procurement followed a full and open competition; the bid deadline was August 5 2021, and the intent‑to‑award notice was issued August 19 2021.