GIT, BR-30-2602-DB GTRI 1906 - 430 South Hawks Project

This contract solicits Design-Build services for Project No. BR-30-2602-DB, titled GTRI 1906 - 430 South Hawks Project, at the Georgia Institute of Technology in Atlanta, Georgia. Issued by the Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia, this solicitation (PE-47200-RFQ-2026-000000125) was posted on April 30, 2026, with a submission deadline of May 22, 2026. The primary point of contact for inquiries is Mr. Michael Boeckl. The contract involves comprehensive project management including design, construction management, schedule and cost oversight, procurement, and workforce engagement tailored to an occupied facility environment. The project aims for full integration of design and construction phases with a guaranteed maximum price ceiling of $46 million. The location of performance is confirmed as Georgia Institute of Technology in Atlanta, with the contract structured as a design-build agreement emphasizing a single-prime contractor’s responsibility. Evaluation of proposals will be based on a best-value trade-off approach with three weighted factors: the firm’s relevant experience and qualifications (45%), suitability to provide services including resources and local market knowledge (30%), and firm stability encompassing financial health and past performance (25%). Key personnel including lead designer, project superintendent, project manager, and project executive must be designated with detailed resumes and time commitments. Compliance requirements include adherence to the Georgia Security and Immigration Compliance Act utilizing E-Verify, and certifications confirming absence of debarments or defaults. Special contract provisions regulate communication restrictions to ensure fairness, mandatory insurance coverage meeting specific ratings, bonding requirements, and safety performance metrics (e.g., EMR ≤ 1.2). Inspection and acceptance activities are the contractor’s responsibility and occur on-site, following state laws for energy efficiency, security compliance, and construction materials testing protocols. Submission instructions mandate electronic delivery of proposals formatted as single PDF files, with stringent page limits and a no-paper-copy policy. The award process involves negotiation with the highest-ranked firm, progressing sequentially if agreement fails, reinforcing the non-binding nature of the RFQ until a signed contract is executed.