Otter Tail County Seeks Architects for Family Resource Center Renovation

Otter Tail County has opened a formal request for qualified architectural teams to lead the renovation of an existing structure into usable space for Family Resource Center services. The county posted the Request for Qualifications on December 19, 2025 and is inviting electronic submissions from firms through Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. Documents related to the RFQ including the Request for Qualifications for Architectural Services and site schematics are available on the county website.

The county expects the selected firm to deliver full architectural services, including code review, schematic design, design development, and preparation of construction documents. The work will focus on converting current spaces to occupiable areas that meet regulatory standards and operational needs for the Family Resource Center. Firms must submit their qualifications electronically to [email protected] by the stated deadline.

For local residents the project matters in multiple ways. A renovated Family Resource Center can expand access to support services that serve families, provide centralized referrals and community programming, and offer a visible community hub for social services. The renovation process will also involve engagement with local permitting and code officials, potentially affecting timelines for service availability. For businesses and professionals in Otter Tail County and the surrounding region the RFQ represents a contracting opportunity related to design, planning, and later construction activities that accompany a conversion project of this scale.

The county release does not yet specify construction start dates, funding sources, or a selection timeline beyond the submission deadline. Interested firms should review the RFQ and site schematics on the county website and ensure electronic delivery of materials to [email protected] by January 7, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. As the county moves forward with design and permitting, residents can expect subsequent announcements detailing firm selection, project scope, and anticipated schedules for renovation and service activation.