ESTRELLA CIVIC SPACE BRANCH LIBRARY (GO BOND) AND ROAD IMPROVEMENTS CONSTRUCTION MANAGER AT RISK SERVICES

The City of Phoenix is seeking a qualified Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) to provide preconstruction and complete construction services for the Estrella Civic Space Branch Library and associated road improvements. The project has an estimated construction cost of 9.7 million dollars and involves two primary scopes: the construction of a 12,000 square foot branch library with parking and landscaping, and significant street improvements at Lower Buckeye Road and 99th Avenue, including new traffic lights, bike lanes, and sidewalks. The selected firm will be responsible for delivering the project through a Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) contract submitted in MAG or CSI format. Selection is based on a qualifications-based process evaluating the firm's understanding of the project, experience with comparable projects, and the qualifications of key personnel, with additional points awarded through interviews. Applicants must submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) not exceeding 20 pages, a separate bonding statement from a surety company rated A- or better, and an information sheet via the City's Procurement Portal by December 4, 2026. The contract requires the use of the UNIFIER project management database for invoicing and emphasizes Small Business Enterprise (SBE) participation and strict adherence to Arizona contractor licensing and site safety standards.