Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) Highland High School Auditorium Orchestra & Band Addition and Renovations

The contract solicits Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) services for the Highland High School Auditorium Orchestra and Band Addition and Renovations project under RFQ 26-001, issued by Gilbert Public Schools in Gilbert, Arizona. This project involves constructing a 15,500 square foot addition and performing renovations on an occupied campus, with new facilities including orchestra classrooms, band practice rooms, storage, restrooms, staff spaces, and a mezzanine. The school district, which serves approximately 29,500 students across multiple campuses and operates on a fiscal year from July 1 to June 30, aims to complete the project by summer 2028 with an anticipated construction budget of approximately $9.5 million. Key deliverables include as-built drawings, an owner’s manual, a signed list of extra materials, and training for maintenance staff. Contract performance is subject to compliance with applicable federal and state regulations, including use of E-Verify and adherence to anti-discrimination laws. The award process emphasizes technical merit through a weighted scoring system which accounts for understanding of the project and approach (25%), qualifications of personnel (22.9%), firm experience (20.8%), financial stability and insurance (16.7%), and interview performance if held (16.7%), with additional consideration for submission completeness. The basis of award is a trade-off evaluation, balancing technical proficiency and price reasonableness rather than lowest price alone. Contract administration requires invoices to be submitted to the District’s Accounts Payable Department with detailed billing information, but electronic invoicing protocols are not specified. Contract conditions include requirements for contractor licensing, bonding, financial stability documentation, prohibition of offshore work, restriction on registered sex offenders working on-site, and compliance with asbestos handling regulations. Inspection and acceptance occur at the project site upon satisfactory completion, with the contractor responsible for meeting quality standards and warranty requirements. Overall, this procurement reflects a comprehensive, methodical approach to selecting a qualified construction manager to deliver a significant educational facility expansion while maintaining ongoing school operations.