UNC-Chapel Hill

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is seeking a Construction Manager-at-Risk to oversee the expansion of the Burnett-Womack BSL-3 Suite, a biosafety level three laboratory facility. The solicitation, numbered 287-30962-CMR, is issued by the UNC System Office Design/Construction under the state of North Carolina and is open for responses until August 24, 2026. The project involves the design and construction of critical infrastructure to enhance biosafety and research capabilities within an existing laboratory environment, requiring specialized expertise in high-containment facilities. The work will be performed at the UNC-Chapel Hill campus in North Carolina, and the construction manager will be responsible for providing preconstruction services, cost estimating, scheduling, and ultimately managing the construction phase under a guaranteed maximum price arrangement. Cynthia Strader is listed as the primary point of contact for inquiries related to this solicitation, which is categorized under state and local government procurement. There is no designated set-aside status for small businesses or other categories, and the NAICS code is not specified. All proposals must be submitted by the deadline, and interested parties are directed to the official electronic procurement portal for detailed documentation and submission guidelines. The project demands a Construction Manager-at-Risk capable of navigating complex regulatory, safety, and technical requirements inherent to BSL-3 environments, with a strong emphasis on compliance, timelines, and budget accountability.