This mix of presentation graphis, forms, and text presents guidelines for developing a school-district policy for selecting consultants to design and carry out school-building projects. The specific policy presented is that of the Bellevue (Washington) School District. The manual describes how to: (1) develop a written consultant-selection policy; (2) conduct architectural interviews; (3) develop formal written guidelines and policies; (4) conduct consultant notification and fee negotiations; (5) maximize community and staff involvement; (6) create a successful match between consultants and the school-building project; and (7) conduct a postevaluation. The advantages and disadvantages of this type of architectural-selection process are described. Sample checklists, policies, and building plans are included. (LMI)