Shortlist – Hathaway Fine Arts Center Expansion Project

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Office of Procurement TO: AMR ARCHITECTS TAGGART ARCHITECTS WDD ARCHITECTS WER ARCHITECTS FROM: Alisha Lewis Interim Director of Procurement DATE: June 25, 2026 RE: SHORTLIST SELECTION FOR DESIGN PROFESSIONAL SERVICESHATHAWAY HOWARD FINE ARTS CENTER EXPANSION PROJECT The University has received (7) seven Statement of Qualifications. In compliance with Board Policy 740.1, the University has deemed it necessary to interview a minimum of three (3) and a maximum of five qualified (5) firms. Our decision for those who will be interviewed was guided by state board policy, the evaluation, and review of all statements of qualifications presented. We have deemed those selected above as distinguished by their expertise in the following areas:        Proof of licensure or eligibility. Organizational chart for design team and all consultants Current office size, personnel description, and workload Proof of current professional liability insurance coverage ($1,000,000 minimum required) Prior experience constructing projects under nationally-recognized sustainable rating systems Prior experience with fully-commissioned projects Projects currently under contract with state agencies or educational facilities Thank you for your response to the RFQ and for expressing your interest. We are most pleased to inform you that your firm was selected for an interview. The interview will be on Wednesday, July 1, 2026. Additional information regarding the time will be sent to you via email. Sincerely, Alisha Lewis Interim Director of Procurement Cc: Selection Committee 1200 N. University Drive, Mail Slot 4979 · Pine Bluff, AR 71601 Office: (870) 575-8735 · Fax: (870) 575-4647 · www.uapb.edu UAPB is an Equal Opportunity