CONSTRUCTION MANAGER AT RISK (TWO STEP PROCESS): MAINTENANCE TAX NOTE-2025

Alvin Community College is procuring Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) services for a comprehensive modernization project targeting Buildings A through D, originally constructed in 1977, under a two-step process. The scope includes major upgrades to mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems, installation of a fire suppression system, enhancements to technology infrastructure, improvements to the building envelope for energy efficiency, and updates to interior learning environments and campus wayfinding. The estimated construction budget is $27.3 million, with final pricing and fee structures to be negotiated during Step Two after initial qualifications are evaluated. The selection process is governed by Texas Education Code Chapter 44.031(f), which mandates selection based on demonstrated competence and qualifications rather than competitive bidding, and is further subject to Texas Local Government Code Chapter 176 for conflict of interest disclosures and House Bill 1295 for the mandatory filing of Form 1295 with the Texas Ethics Commission. Respondents must submit a complete proposal package, including a financial statement, IRS Form W-9, Conflict of Interest Questionnaire, sample cost estimates, constructability reviews, and project schedules, all bound in one original and three duplicates with a thumb drive, limited to 50 double-sided sheets and delivered by hand to the College’s Purchasing Department by 10:00 a.m. on May 28, 2026; faxed or emailed submissions are prohibited. Evaluation in Step One prioritizes demonstrated experience with comparable educational projects, past performance with the College, proposed personnel qualifications, methodology for pre-construction services, safety record, and other capabilities, totaling 100 points. In Step Two, the winner is chosen based on a weighted combination of the Step One qualifications ranking (60%), an interview (20%), and the estimated CMAR cost (20%), with award based on best value. The selected CMAR must provide performance and payment bonds equal to 100% of the Guaranteed Maximum Price, submit their Experience Modification Rate and OSHA incident rates for the past three years, verify bonding capacity through their surety, and ensure key personnel remain dedicated to the project throughout its lifecycle. The College retains the authority to specify assigned personnel in the final contract. Construction is scheduled to commence in Q1 2027 with substantial completion anticipated in Q4 2028, requiring careful phasing to minimize disruption to campus operations. All work must comply with Texas Prevailing Wage Law and adhere to the College