205860 wǝɫǝbʔaltxʷ Intellectual House Phase 2 - Request For Proposals - GC/CM RFP & Addenda (Contractor)

The University of Washington is soliciting proposals for General Contractor/Construction Management (GC/CM) services for the wǝɫǝbʔaltxʷ Intellectual House Phase 2 project, identified as project number 205860. This project involves the construction of a 7,200 square foot building designed to support American Indian, Alaska Native, and Indigenous students, featuring spaces for a student lounge, Indigenous arts, and multi-generational knowledge sharing. The estimated Maximum Allowable Construction Cost for the project is 12.5 million dollars. The selected GC/CM will collaborate with the owner and architect from the preconstruction phase through final completion, utilizing a Lean design and construction approach. The selection process is a competitive negotiation based on a multi-step scoring system. Evaluation criteria include firm qualifications, interview performance, the approach to construction scheduling and phasing, safety records, and a commitment to Business Equity Enterprises, including SBE, MBE, and WBE outreach. Proposals must be submitted via the Workday Strategic Sourcing portal by December 4, 2026, and must adhere to a strict A3 format limited to three single-sided 11x17 pages. Required documentation includes a Safety and Health Qualifications Statement, bonding and insurance verification letters, and a detailed list of key personnel, such as the project manager, superintendent, and safety officer. All inquiries are directed to Project Manager Lara Sirois.