Request for Qualifications for Construction Manager at Risk (CMR) Services

The Connecticut Department of Administrative Services is seeking a highly experienced Construction Manager at Risk (CMR) for the roof inspection and replacement project at the Hartford Correctional Center, a secure 24/7 facility located at 177 Weston Street, Hartford, CT. The project involves replacing existing roofing systems across 21 buildings with a new EPDM roofing membrane system. The scope covers approximately 24,000 square feet of built-up roofing, 21,000 square feet of roll modified roofing, 90,000 square feet of rubber/stone ballast roofing, and 6,000 square feet of glue down membrane. The estimated budget for the CMR services is 12,000,000 dollars, with a construction phase estimated to last 540 calendar days. Selection is based on a CMR Best Value process involving a four-step procedure that evaluates qualitative criteria from interviews and technical proposals alongside price proposals. Interested firms must submit a Qualifications-Based Selection (QBS) booklet via the CTsource portal by September 24, 2026. The submission must be a single PDF not exceeding 10mb, organized into six specific divisions, including required campaign contribution and nondiscrimination certifications. Key personnel must demonstrate at least five years of primary involvement in their roles and possess experience with projects of similar complexity and value. The final selection will be subject to a scope review meeting and the submission of professional credentials and insurance verification.