RFQ- Construction Manager At Risk - New Highland High School

Location:	North Carolina
Posted:	Oct 30, 2025
Due:	Dec 2, 2025
Agency:	State Government of North Carolina
Type of Government:	State & Local
Category:	U - Education and Training Services Y - Construction of Structures and Facilities
Solicitation No:	191-#RFQ-2025-17
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Solicitation Number:	191-#RFQ-2025-17
Project Title:	RFQ- Construction Manager At Risk - New Highland High School
Description:	Harnett County Schools is soliciting Statements of Qualifications from qualified Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) firms for the construction of the new Highland High School. The CMAR will provide professional construction management services during both the design and construction phases, in accordance with N.C. General Statute 143-128.1 and related provisions governing the CMAR delivery method.
Opening Date:	12/2/2025 2:00 PM
Posted Date:	10/31/2025
Status:	Open
Department:	HARNETT COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION


Solicitation Number * 191-#RFQ-2025-17	Department HARNETT COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION	Status Reason Open
Opening Date 2025-12-02T14:00:00.0000000	Posted Date * 2025-10-30T17:38:06.0000000Z	Commodity Code Construction Services
Mandatory Conference/Site Visit — —	Special Instructions —	Solicitation Type * Select RFP IFB RFI
Owner Garland McDowell
Description Harnett County Schools is soliciting Statements of Qualifications from qualified Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) firms for the construction of the new Highland High School. The CMAR will provide professional construction management services during both the design and construction phases, in accordance with N.C. General Statute 143-128.1 and related provisions governing the CMAR delivery method.

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HARNETT COUNTY SCHOOLS

LILLINGTON, NC 27546

REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS

FOR Construction Manager At Risk (CMAR)

Highland High School

RFQ-2025-017

QUALIFICATION PROPOSALS DUE DECEMBER 2, 2025, NO LATER THAN 2:00 P.M.

SUBMIT VIA EMAIL, DELIVERY SERVICE, OR HAND DELIVER TO:

HARNETT COUNTY SCHOOLS PURCHASING DEPARTMENT

ATTN: GARLAND MCDOWELL

DIRECTOR OF PURCHASING

125 ALEXANDER DR.

LILLINGTON, NC 27546

Introduction

Harnett County Schools is soliciting Statements of Qualifications from qualified Construction Manager at

Risk (CMAR) firms for the construction of the new Highland High School. The CMAR will provide

professional construction management services during both the design and construction phases, in

accordance with N.C. General Statute 143-128.1 and related provisions governing the CMAR delivery

method.

This solicitation is being conducted in accordance with the Mini‑Brooks Act (N.C.G.S. 143‑64.31), which

requires that contracting for architectural, engineering, and other professional design services be based on

demonstrated competence and qualification without regard to fee.

Project Description

Harnett County Schools plans to design and construct a new Highland High School on Highland School

Road. The new facility will accommodate approximately 1500 students and will include classrooms,

administrative offices, media center, cafeteria, gymnasium, auxiliary gym, athletic fields, and associated site

work.

All design and construction shall conform to the current North Carolina Department of Public Instruction

(DPI) (School Planning) standards, the North Carolina State Building Code, and all other applicable federal,

state, and local laws, regulations, and permitting requirements.

RFQ-2025-17 Construction Manager At Risk (CMAR) Highland High School

Scope of Services

The selected CMAR will serve as a construction partner to Harnett County Schools (HCS) and will provide

comprehensive preconstruction and construction phase services in collaboration with the HCS and the

Design Consultant.

A. Preconstruction Phase

Under the preconstruction agreement, the CMAR shall:

1. Collaborate closely with the Design Consultant to provide constructability reviews and

design-phase input.

2. Develop cost models, estimates, and value-engineering recommendations throughout

design.

3. Provide schedule development and phasing recommendations to minimize disruption and

ensure timely delivery.

4. Evaluate site logistics, safety, and sequencing strategies for construction.

5. Develop a Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) proposal for HCS approval, in accordance

with G.S. 143-128.1(c).

6. Identify and promote HUB (Historically Underutilized Business) participation consistent

with G.S. 143-128.2 and HCS goals.

7. Participate in coordination meetings with the HCS and Design Consultant as required.

Deliverables during this phase shall include:

- Detailed cost estimates at schematic, design development, and construction document

milestones.

- Updated project schedule and phasing plan.

- Constructability report and value-engineering log.

- Site safety and logistics plan.

- GMP proposal with supporting documentation.

B. Construction Phase

Upon acceptance of the GMP and execution of the construction contract, the CMAR shall:

1. Hold all trade contracts and assume the role of general contractor for construction.

2. Provide construction supervision, quality control, safety oversight, and project

management throughout the project.

3. Maintain the project schedule and budget in coordination with HCS and the Design

Consultant.

4. Conduct weekly progress meetings, safety inspections, and reporting to the HCS.

5. Manage subcontractor procurement in compliance with state and local bidding laws.

6. Maintain accurate project documentation, including submittals, RFIs, change orders, and

closeout materials.

7. Assist the HCS and Design Consultant with project commissioning and warranty

administration.

Deliverables during this phase shall include:

- Detailed project schedule (updated monthly).

- Monthly pay applications and cost reports.

- Documentation of subcontractor HUB participation.

RFQ-2025-17 Construction Manager At Risk (CMAR) Highland High School

- Record drawings, warranties, and operation manuals at closeout.

C. Coordination with HCS and Design Consultant

The CMAR will coordinate with:

- Design Consultant (selected under a separate RFQ per the Mini-Brooks Act)

- Site Assessment Consultants (surveying, geotechnical, environmental, and traffic

engineers)

- HCS’s Representative and Facilities Team

The CMAR must foster open communication and proactive collaboration among all

parties to ensure design intent, cost efficiency, and construction quality are achieved.

D. Compliance

All services must comply with:

- North Carolina General Statutes (G.S. 143-128.1 through 143-135.9)

- Applicable state building codes, DPI requirements, OSHA regulations, and local

permitting requirements.

- Harnett County Schools Board of Education policies

RFQ Response Timeline

Issue RFQ

Deadline for Questions

Addenda Answering Questions

Deadline for Qualification Submission

Review of Proposals and Create Shortlist

Evaluates and Select Qualified Firms

Approval of firms and Begins Negotiations

October 27, 2025

November 13, 2025 by 2:00 PM

November 18, 2025

December 2, 2025 by 2:00 PM

December 9, 2025

December 11, 2025

December 2025 (TBD)

I. Minimum Requirements And Qualifications

Knowledge of Relevant Codes

• The CMAR firm shall demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of North Carolina building

codes, safety regulations, and Department of Public Instruction (DPI) standards applicable to

the construction of public school facilities. Key personnel must hold appropriate professional

registrations, licenses, and certifications. The firm must be licensed as a General Contractor in

North Carolina and shall identify team members with relevant professional credentials (P.E.,

RA, CCM, LEED AP, OSHA 30).

• The firm shall describe its internal processes for ensuring code compliance, safety,

environmental stewardship, and adherence to state and local regulatory requirements

throughout both preconstruction and construction phases.

Harnett County Schools will evaluate Statements of Qualifications on the demonstrated experience and

qualifications of the CMAR firm together with its proposed key subcontractors/consultants (e.g.,

RFQ-2025-17 Construction Manager At Risk (CMAR) Highland High School

preconstruction, scheduling, cost, and trade partners). Proposers may submit a team that differs from any

suggested roles listed; such variation will not be grounds for disqualification. The District relies on the

CMAR’s professional judgment to assemble an experienced, effective team capable of executing the scope

and delivering the project to a high standard of quality.

Consistent with N.C.G.S. 143-128.1(c), Harnett County Schools reserves the right to approve or require the

selection of a different first-tier subcontractor for any portion of the work. If such a requirement results in

additional, documented costs, the CMAR will be compensated for those costs as provided by statute. First-

tier subcontractors shall be prequalified in accordance with N.C.G.S. 143-135.8.

II. Content Of Response To Request For Qualifications And Submission Requirements

Succinct Statements are advised. The following information must be included in all applications. Information

should be grouped into five sections, in the order listed below:

Section 1: Project Understanding (5 Pages Maximum)

Provide a narrative describing the proposed project and any necessary or pertinent background information. Discuss

the Consultant’s understanding of the project and approach to the successful completion of the scope of services

outlined in this RFQ and provide a proposed work schedule to accomplish all tasks. If applicable, identify the staff

roles that would be assigned to each major task, including subconsultants.

Explain your overall CMAR approach from preconstruction through closeout, including:

a. Preconstruction services (cost modeling, estimating at each design phase, value engineering, constructability

reviews, design coordination, and phasing/logistics planning).

b. Development of the GMP, bid package strategy, trade contractor outreach, and HUB/MWBE participation

plan.

c. Cost control, schedule control, quality assurance/quality control, safety management, and risk management.

d. Coordination with the Design Consultant(s), Owner, and Authorities Having Jurisdiction; compliance with

DPI guidelines and applicable codes.

As necessary, please include any photographs, renderings, sample projects, or other visual images that will

clarify your approach or provide contextual background. Provide captions as needed to demonstrate

applicability to this project.

Section 2: Qualifications and Experience

• Provide up to five CMAR K-12 projects (schools preferred; NC projects within the last 7–10 years)

demonstrating preconstruction services, GMP development, public subcontractor procurement, HUB

participation, occupied-campus logistics, schedule and budget performance, quality/commissioning,

code/DPI coordination, and team qualifications. For each project, list delivery method, budget at

award, GMP, final cost, substantial completion date, % change orders (by cause), HUB results,

safety metrics, and HCS contact.

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