RFP Construction Management-At-Risk for New Middle School & Central Admin

The Ansonia School Building Commission and the City of Ansonia are seeking a DAS-prequalified Construction Manager-at-Risk (CMR) for the design, construction, and closeout of a new Middle School and District Central Administrative Offices located at 64 and 78 Pulaski Highway, Ansonia, Connecticut. The selected firm will provide comprehensive services including pre-construction, cost estimating, trade contract bidding and negotiation, and full construction phase management. The project is subject to a guaranteed maximum price and includes the procurement and installation of furniture, fixtures, and equipment budgeted at approximately 2.5 million dollars. All work must adhere to the State of Connecticut High Performance Buildings Standard, ADA compliant building standards, and specific educational specifications prepared by SLAM Collaborative. Qualified firms must submit separate sealed envelopes for qualifications and fee proposals by October 26, 2026. Evaluation criteria emphasize experience with public school projects eligible for CTDAS and OGA grants within the last five years, expertise in sustainable energy initiatives, and a proven track record with the CTDAS OGA reimbursement process. The contract requires compliance with prevailing wage laws, EEO and affirmative action standards, and a Minority Business Enterprise spending allocation goal of 3.30 percent. Payment will be processed via AIA Documents G702 and G703, with the owner paying certified amounts within 30 days of submission. The agreement is based on modified AIA A133-2019 and A201-2017 documents, requiring bonds from a surety rated A or better by A.M. Best.