Construction Manager / Construction Services for Chesapeake Career Center Replacement

Chesapeake Public Schools is soliciting a Construction Manager to provide pre-construction and construction services for the Chesapeake Career Center Replacement, a new career and technical education facility. The project utilizes the Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) delivery method, with main site and building work scheduled to begin on March 1, 2028, and final completion expected by March 30, 2030. The selected manager must provide all necessary labor, materials, and equipment, adhering to specifications from RRMM Architects, PC, and Virginia Code § 2.2-4382. Notably, the CM is restricted to self-performing no more than 10% of the construction work by cost. The procurement process involves a staged evaluation starting with a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) to shortlist three to five offerors for a subsequent Request for Proposal (RFP). Mandatory pass/fail requirements include a valid Virginia Contractors Class A License, certification of non-debarment, and a surety statement confirming bonding capacity exceeding $86 million. Qualified candidates are further evaluated on a point-rating system focusing on project performance, personnel qualifications, organizational structure, and safety records compared to OSHA standards. All SOQs must be submitted in PDF format via the OpenGov Procurement Portal by December 9, 2026.