RFP - CMS for New Middle School in Richmond Hill, GA

Location:	Georgia
Posted:	Dec 4, 2025
Due:	Jan 5, 2026
Agency:	Bryan County Schools
Type of Government:	State & Local
Category:	Y - Construction of Structures and Facilities
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Bryan County Board of Education

Request for Proposal

Construction Professional Services

December 4, 2025

The Bryan County Board of Education reserves the right to reject any and all proposals

and to waive technicalities.

One or more of the construction projects may be subject to the provisions of the Davis-

Bacon Labor Standards, including the provisions of the Davis-Bacon Act, the prevailing wage

provisions of the Davis-Bacon “related Acts” and the Department of Labor regulations at 29

C.F.R. Parts 1, 3, and 5.

Table of Contents

I. Introduction ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- Page 3

A. Purpose------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Page 3

B. Project Objectives ----------------------------------------------------------------- Page 3

C. Project Assumptions -------------------------------------------------------------- Page 4

D. Insurance Requirements-----------------------------------------------------------Page 4

II. General Instructions------------------------------------------------------------------- Page 5

A. Building Program------------------------------------------------------------------ Page 5

B. Selection Process ------------------------------------------------------------------ Page 6

C. Proposal Instructions -------------------------------------------------------------- Page 7

D. Information Regarding Scope of Work During Phases of Project ---------- Page 8

E. Schedule of Events ---------------------------------------------------------------- Page 10

III. Qualifications and Proposal Submission Format and Requirements ----------- Page 10

A. Written Submittal (Request for Proposal or “RFP”)-------------------------- Page 10

B. Additional Conditions ------------------------------------------------------------ Page 16

IV. Interview-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Page 17

V. Exhibits

A. Exhibit A – “Fee Proposal Form” ----------------------------------------------- Page 18

VI. Project Cost Matrix----------------------------------------------------- -------------- Page 19

Written Submittal to provide Construction Professional Services for the construction of the

following project:

o A second middle school in south Bryan County located in Richmond Hill, Ga.

The new middle school will be built with a starting capacity of 1,500 students with the

ability to be expanded to a capacity of 2,000. The school will be built on the site of the

old Richmond Hill High School and will require the demolition of approximately half of

the existing building.

To qualify for consideration, a firm must be prepared to provide the expertise, resources and

personnel experience in project planning, cost management, project control, design professional,

pre-construction and construction techniques, value-engineering analysis, scheduling, and quality

assurance throughout the planning and construction phases of the project.

Project Delivery Method

The Preferred Delivery Method for the Project will be Construction Manager at Risk.

I. Introduction

A. Purpose

The Bryan County Board of Education is considering the services of a Construction

Professional Firm (CP/GC) for the construction project listed above. The CP/GC will

assume responsibility for project construction cost by issuing a guaranteed maximum price

not later than 90% through the design phase. The GMP will be a contractual obligation.

CP/GC will also develop an overall project schedule, which will be a contractual

obligation. In addition, CP/GC will be responsible for methods of construction, safety, and

the scheduling and coordination of the work of all construction and miscellaneous contracts

required for completion of the project within its predetermined budget and schedule.

B. Project Objectives

The CP/GC will function as a Construction Manager-At-Risk (CM@R). During Pre-

Construction, the CM@R will be responsible for pricing and value engineering issues,

along with issues of the facility’s maintainability and constructability. When design

documents for the project have been developed in sufficient detail (approximately 90%

complete) the CM/GC will commit to a Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) for all

construction and site development. The Owner reserves the right to request an alternative

additive item for FF&E, which we may ask to be included in the GMP. (The Owner will

accept or reject this item prior to finalizing the GMP.) Construction will commence with

the release of distinct work packages while the total design documents are being finalized.

The CM@R shall competitively select all construction subcontracts and other work

appropriate for competitive selection using cost, other factors, and including owner input.

The successful CM@R shall not be eligible to bid or enter into contract or subcontract for

any of the construction or other services of any nature on the project without the specific

approval of the Owner.

In selecting a firm, the Owner will place emphasis on experience of the firm and assigned

personnel in providing function on projects of similar magnitude and complexity as the

proposed projects. Selection preference will be toward firms oriented to the construction

field that have depths of knowledge and resources in principles of general contracting,

scheduling, contract coordination and compliance, budget control, familiarity with State,

County, and City laws, ordinances, and codes.

C. Project Assumptions

The CM@R firm should prepare the proposal with the understanding that it will commit,

at a minimum, Project Superintendent and assistant project assistant.

The CP/GC, as a part of its Preconstruction Services, will assist with developing a strategy

for the best approach for the successful completion of the Project. For example, without

limitation, CM@R will provide guidance and assistance in the preparation of a schedule

and a reliable cost estimate.

D. Insurance Bond/Licensing

Prior to the award of a GMP Contract, the CM@R shall provide the Owner with a 100%

performance and payment bond for its faithful performance. Bonding for subcontractors

will not be allowed without written acceptance from the Owner.

To protect the interests of the Owner, provide and maintain in effect during the life of the

agreement, the following insurance coverings:

1. Worker’s Compensation:

a. State: Statutory

b. Employers Liability:

$50,000.00 Each Accident

ii. $50,000.00 Disease Policy Limit

iii. $50,000.00 Disease Each Employee

2. Comprehensive General Liability (including Premises-Operations;

Independent Contractors Protective; Products and Completed Operations;

Broad Form Property Damage; X-C/U Explosion, Collapse and

Underground Coverage):

a. $2,000,000.00 General Aggregate

b. $2,000,000.00 Products/Completed & Operations Aggregate

c. $1,000,000.00 Each Occurrence

d. $1,000,000.00 Personal & Advertising Injury

e. $1,000,000.00 Fire Damage – Any One Fire

3. Comprehensive Automobile Liability:

a. $1,000,000.00 Combined Single Limits

4. Umbrella Excess Liability:

a. $1,000,000.00 General Aggregate

b. $1,000,000.00 Products/Completed & Operations Aggregate

c. $1,000,000.00 Each Occurrence

d. $1,000,000.00 Personal & Advertising Injury

5. Completed Value/Builders Risk including interests of the Owner,

Contractor, Subcontractors, and Sub-subcontractors and covering the

entire project including materials stored offsite and materials in transit.

6. Evidence of required bonds and insurance shall be presented prior to the

execution of contract; insurance policies to be carried under the agreement

shall not be changed, canceled, or allowed to expire without thirty (30)

days prior written notification to the school system. Self-insurance or own

maintenance policy will not be acceptable.

7. The CM@R shall be responsible for the payment of any required taxes or

fees associated with the execution of the contract. The CM@R shall also

be responsible for compliance with all acceptable codes and statutes. All

deductibles shall be included within the CM@R responsibilities. All

installation and construction work shall be done by subcontractors

licensed in the state of Georgia.

8. The CM@R will be required to use the E Verify system and provide

documentation to the owner for compliance.

II. General Instructions

A. Building Program

1. General

The project will be designed and constructed to a level of quality and timeliness that

reflects the use of a Public-owned facility.

The project:

o A second middle school in south Bryan County located in Richmond Hill, Ga.

The new middle school will be built with a starting capacity of 1,500 students with the

ability to be expanded to a capacity of 2,000. The school will be built on the site of the

old Richmond Hill High School and will require the demolition of approximately half of

the existing building.

2. Construction Budget

The total construction budget will be presented to the CM@R prior to the project.

3. Construction Schedule

The CM@R will be responsible for developing the preliminary schedule and

coordinating activities to accomplish the scheduled completion of the project.

4. Owner-CM@R Agreement

The contract will be Actual Cost Plus a Percentage Fee. The Project will be Open

Book. All savings, including unused contingency, will be returned to the Owner.

Firms shortlisted for interviews will receive the contract the Owner intends to use,

along with instructions for submitting a Fee proposal. The established fee submitted

will be a minimum of 6.0% and a maximum of 9.0% for the project. The fee includes

corporate overhead, profit, and General Conditions.

The selected CM@R should expect the contractual fees to be negotiated.

This is the opportunity summary page. It provides an overview of this opportunity and a preview of the attached documentation.