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Board approves RFP advertisement for West Elementary architectural services

Spearfish School District 40-2 Board of Education · January 13, 2026
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Summary

Board authorized sending an RFP directly to architectural firms for West Elementary renovation/addition and will form a facilities committee to interview candidates and obtain design‑cost estimates to inform renovation vs. new construction decisions.

The board approved advertisement of an RFP for architectural services to support a West Elementary renovation or addition. Staff said the RFP would be sent directly to known architectural firms around the state and would not be advertised in the newspaper because it is not required to be published legally.

Superintendent/staff said they will form a facility committee (including two board members) to review applicants and interview interested firms. The contracted architect will help produce a design and cost estimate so the board can make an informed decision about renovation versus new construction. Staff noted construction costs appear to be easing and hoped estimates would reflect those market changes.

The motion carried on a voice vote.