GDC-169-CM New State Prison - Georgia Department of Corrections

The Georgia State Financing and Investment Commission, acting as the owner on behalf of the Georgia Department of Corrections, is soliciting qualifications and fee proposals from firms to provide construction management at risk services for the development of a new state prison designated as Project GDC-169, with an estimated construction budget of up to 700 million dollars. The project entails designing and constructing a modern, secure facility with approximately 2,100 beds, including specialized housing, a firing range, and helicopter pad on a 300-acre site near Atlanta. The procurement process involves a two-step approach: first, firms submit qualifications for evaluation, and then finalists are invited to submit detailed fee proposals and participate in interviews. The selection will be based on a combined score of qualifications, interview performance, and fee proposal, emphasizing a best value approach. Contractually, the project is governed by Georgia state law and the GSFIC Construction Management Agreement, with specific compliance requirements including adherence to Georgia’s immigration laws, certification of no conflicts of interest, and use of the Owner’s project management software, e-Builder. Submissions must include mandatory exhibits such as certification forms, affidavits regarding immigration compliance, and disclosure statements, all within a 50-page limit. The contract emphasizes strict communication protocols, insurance and bonding standards, and the need for a quality assurance plan from the proposer. The project schedule anticipates design starting in Q3 2025, with construction beginning in Q3 2026, and all proposals are due by September 22, 2025. The process is designed to ensure transparency, compliance, and selection of a qualified firm capable of delivering a complex correctional facility within the specified timeline and budget.