The American Institute of Architects (AIA) Center for Communities by Design is pleased to release the 2010 Sustainable Design Assessment Team program (SDAT) Request for Proposals. The RFP solicits applications for inclusion in the 2010 SDAT program.

The AIA is committed to sustainable design that creates communities and buildings which advance enduring public and environmental well-being. The mission of the SDAT program is to provide technical assistance and process expertise to help communities develop a vision and framework for a sustainable future. By achieving balance between cultural, environmental, and economic systems, communities can sustain a place as a stage for human settlement. The SDAT program upholds the AIA Design Assistance team values of utilizing a multidisciplinary team approach; ensuring the objectivity of all participating team members; and requiring broad, inclusive public participation and support.

To view the recently released RFP, and to access past SDAT applications and other related resources, please visit the AIA Center for Communities by Design website at www.aia.org/liv_sdat.

The Center for Communities by Design will hold a teleconference for communities interested in learning more about the SDAT program and the application process on September 30, 2009 at 3:00 pm Eastern. If you would like to join this call, please indicate your interest by sending an email to [email protected].

Questions should be directed to Erin Simmons, Director, AIA Design Assistance, via email
[email protected] or phone 202.626.7492.