Irene Lopez Academy of the Arts Replacement CMAR Services

Roosevelt Elementary School District #66 is soliciting Statement of Qualifications for Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) services to replace the Irene Lopez Academy of the Arts building in Phoenix, Arizona. A critical requirement of this project is that the replacement must occur while the campus remains occupied. The project is divided into a design phase and a construction phase, with the selected firm providing pre-construction services, value engineering, constructability reviews, and the establishment of a Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP). The successful contractor will be responsible for comprehensive project management, including maintaining master schedules, overseeing quality assurance testing in accordance with MAG 700 Series, AASHTO, or ASTM standards, and managing a two-year warranty period following close-out. The selection process is based on a 1,000-point evaluation system, with an additional 200 points available for interviews of three to five shortlisted firms. Key evaluation criteria include the qualifications of key personnel, Arizona state licensing, alternative delivery method skills, and the ability to adhere to the project schedule. Awarding is based on the most advantageous Statement of Qualifications. The contract is governed by Arizona law and the School District Procurement Code, requiring a payment bond equal to 100 percent of the GMP. Additionally, the contractor must ensure strict adherence to OSHA safety standards and maintain ADA and ANSI accessibility requirements throughout the construction process.