The University of South Carolina seeks qualifications from firms to provide professional services for the multi-stage expansion and renovation of the Russell House and Thomson Building.
Resumes are due on November 18, 2026 at 2:00 PM after posting on October 29, 2026, with an anticipated construction cost range of $225,000,000 to $250,000,000.
The work includes expanding the Russell House following selective demolition of portions of the Russell House and possibly the adjacent Thomson Bldg, plus interior and exterior renovations to improve architecture and infrastructure.
The anticipated professional services are Architectural, Engineering: Civil, MEP, Structural, and Landscape Architecture for project H27-6170-SB.
The project delivery method is CM-R and notices will be posted at 1600 Hampton Street, Suite 721, Columbia, SC 29208.
Firms must submit a current Standard Federal Form 330, primary contact name and email, South Carolina residency certification, and response to selection criteria under SC Code Section 11-35-3220.
The agency will accept one electronic copy via email as a PDF no larger than 10MB, with submittals preferred not to exceed 20 double-sided pages excluding the Form 330.
Questions must be addressed to Agency Project Coordinator Candis Golston at golstonc@mailbox.sc.edu or (803) 777-2026, with hand or mail delivery to 1600 Hampton Street, Suite 721, Columbia, SC 29208.
Requirement: Persons or firms must be properly licensed in accordance with Title 40 of the SC Code of Laws at the time of resume submission.
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Est. value
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Documents
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Provide professional architectural and engineering services to expand and renovate the Russell House and Thomson Building
Submit qualifications including a current Standard Federal Form 330
Provide primary contact information and certification of South Carolina residency plus response to selection criteria
Requirements
From the documents
Licence
properly licensed in accordance with the requirements of Title 40 of the SC Code of Laws
Estimated value
$225,000,000 to $250,000,000
Posted Scope of Work
The multi-stage project will expand the Russell House following selective demolition of portions of the Russell House and possibly the adjacent Thomson Bldg. Interior & exterior renovations will improve portions of the Russell House architecturally and its infrastructure. Please visit the USC Supplier to view the full description of the project details.
Delivery Method: CM-R
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The multi-stage project will expand the Russell House following selective demolition of portions of the Russell House and possibly the adjacent Thomson Bldg. Interior and exterior renovations will improve portions of the Russell House architecturally and its infrastructure. Professional services anticipated are Architectural, Engineering: Civil, MEP, Structural, and Landscape Architecture with a CM-R delivery method.
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What professional services are anticipated for this project?
Architectural, Engineering: Civil, MEP, Structural, and Landscape Architecture.
When are resumes due and how many copies are required?
Resumes are due by RESUME DEADLINE DATE: 11/18/2026 at TIME: 02:00 PM, with No. of copies: Printed: 0 and Electronic: 1.
What must interested firms submit?
1. A Current STANDARD FEDERAL FORM 330; 2. The Name and Contact Information, including Email, of a Primary Contact; 3. A Certification stating whether the Firm is a Resident of South Carolina; and 4. Response to Selection Criteria set forth in SC Code 11-35-3220.
Where and how are submittals delivered?
Hand-delivery and mail service to Attn: Candis Golston at 1600 Hampton Street, Suite 721, Columbia, SC 29208, and the agency will accept submittals via email as a PDF file no larger than 10MB.
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The multi-stage project will expand the Russell House following selective demolition of portions of the Russell House and possibly the adjacent Thomson Bldg. Interior & exterior renovations will improve portions of the Russell House architecturally and its infrastructure. Please visit the USC Supplier to view the full description of the project details.
Project Name
Russell House Student Union Expansion and Renovation
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