Selection Processes
Annual Request for Qualifications (ARQ)
Consultants are generally selected for projects with fees below $250,000 from a shortlist of prequalified firms that have responded to the University's ARQ.
Learn more about the ARQ ProcessView ARQ
Request For Qualifications (RFQ)
Consultants are generally selected for projects with fees above $250,000 through a qualifications based process that is specific to a project.
Learn more about the RFQ ProcessView RFQ List
Design & Specification Standards
The Facilities Design & Construction department maintains the University of Arizona standards for design and construction. These Design and Specification Standards (DSS) are utilized in the design of new facilities, remodels, renovations, and maintenence efforts. The DSS is also the standard of execution relative to Job Order Contract work unless specified otherwise.
View the University's DSS