Wichita Falls ISD staff recommends BYSP for non‑bond work and WRA for bond projects after RFQ process

District staff told trustees the district issued a request for qualifications twice and received proposals from 10 firms; four firms were invited to interview. After initial scoring and interviews, staff recommended negotiating architectural and engineering fees with BYSP Architects for non‑bond projects and WRA Architects for bond‑related work.

Staff said the selection process included an initial scoring phase and a 30‑minute interview with multiple evaluators; interview performance changed the rankings — Huckabee placed first in the initial scoring but interview responses affected cumulative scores. Staff emphasized that projects estimated at $100,000 or more under any negotiated contracts would come back to the board for individual approval.

The recommendation was presented as future action; trustees asked whether the recommended firms were local and whether this would replace previous agreements. Staff said BYSP would continue on non‑bond work and that WRA (listed as Lubbock‑based in the packet) is recommended for bond projects; local firms could partner on larger work if needed. The packet also noted potential contract extension options for up to four one‑year renewals.

Why this matters: Architectural selections shape how bond and capital projects are planned and executed; selecting firms now provides a standing option if the district moves forward with bond projects or other capital needs in coming years.

Next steps: Staff will negotiate fees and return any project over $100,000 to the board for specific approval.