The American Institute of Architects (AIA) is requesting proposals for the development of a new resource, Implementing the Framework for Design Excellence, focused on accelerating the adoption of the AIA's Framework for Design Excellence to improve the zero carbon, resilience, health, and equity outcomes of the built environment.
Firms and practitioners are searching for examples to help them answer the following common questions in their desire to improve the carbon, resilience, health, and equity outcomes of their portfolios:
- How do I embed these concepts in my firm's design processes, culture, and success metrics?
- How might my practice be different if we fully incorporate the Framework for Design Excellence?
- How can I get traction with the Framework for Design Excellence in challenging typologies, clients, and/or regions?
The AIA Committee on the Environment (COTE®), proposes a three-part resource to address the questions above, to accelerate the adoption of the Framework for Design Excellence, and to improve zero carbon, resilience, health, and equity outcomes of the built environment. The purpose of this RFP is to seek information from individuals or organizations about their ability to conduct this project and the general approach they would take. Please review the submission requirements before submitting your proposal. The deadline to submit is Thursday, November 13, 2025. Finalists will be selected by, on, or around Thursday, December 4, 2025.
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Questions? Please reach out to Ellie Falcon at elidafalcon@aia.org and cote@aia.org.
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Ellie Falcon
The American Institute of Architects
Washington DC
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