Resources for Firms

The AIA recognizes the challenges you face in these uncertain times. Although there is no cookie-cutter approach to dealing with a sluggish economy, we are committed to helping you and your firm navigate the economy by offering these practical tips and resources.

Opportunities

Find commissioned and pro bono projects.
View Available Projects
Go to RFP Database
Go to Federal Business Opportunities
Go to the 1% for pro bono work
Find your state procurement official
McGraw-Hill’s Construction Stimulus Section
Army Corps of Engineers Opportunities

Finding New Business

Get the most up-to-date information to help you find a job in the federal arena.
American Recovery and Reinvestment Act Overview
Guide to Federal Procurement

Podcasts

Listen to and share podcasts featuring expert viewpoints focusing on economic conditions.
The Stimulus Package and Your Business Plan
View all AIA Navigating podcasts
View Capelin Communications’ Sound Advice podcasts

Regional Economic Resources

Discover resources AIA chapters are offering.

AIA Seattle
AIA DC
AIA Dallas
AIA Oregon
AIA Wisconsin
Boston Society of Architects
AIA New York
AIA San Francisco
Component’s Economic Survival Guide

Practice Management

View these excerpts from the Architect’s Handbook of Professional Practice (14th edition) to manage your practice in a difficult economy.
Maintaining Financial Health
Resignation, Termination and Staff Reduction
Staff Development and Retention
Seeking the Project
Strategic Planning for the Design Firm
Establishing a Niche Practice
Practicing in a Global Market
Marketing Strategy and Planning

Webcasts

Hear previously recorded presentations.
Project Financing for Architecture: The Real Outlook
Have We Hit Bottom?
Position Your Firm for the End of the Economic Downturn
Designing a Financial Plan
Principal-Directed Business Development
Strategies and Tactics for an Economic Downturn

Competitions

Find the latest announcements for awards competitions and showcase your firm’s work.
International Competitions and Awards