Wooster - Fisher Aud Renovation
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The Ohio State University is seeking a Construction Manager at Risk for the renovation of the Fisher Auditorium building on the CFAES Wooster Campus to create the Campus Commons. The project involves renovating approximately 18,000 square feet of space to include a library, learning lab, bookstore, offices, food service, dining, and lounge areas, while maintaining the original auditorium. A potential 3,000 square foot addition on the north side is being considered to improve campus circulation and accessibility. The project requires a collaborative BIM-enabled environment following university standards, including specific use cases for model authoring, clash prevention, and asset tagging. The procurement process is divided into two stages, beginning with a qualifications-based RFQ to establish a short list of at least three candidates, followed by a best-value RFP stage considering both qualifications and fees. The selected CM will initially provide preconstruction services, including constructability reviews, target value budgeting, and schedule development, with the possibility of a contract amendment for full construction and closeout services. Key requirements include participation in the EDGE program, use of the e-Builder project management system, and adherence to university sustainability and safety standards. Preconstruction services are slated to begin in March 2027, with substantial completion of all work targeted for April 2029.
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The Fisher Auditorium building is centrally located on the CFAES Wooster Campus. The building will be converted to “Campus Commons”, with the original Fisher Auditorium remaining within the building. The building’s renovation will play a critical role in the vision to create a “Heart of Campus, with goals to improve the sense of community, access to campus resources, and opportunities for collaboration. The building was constructed in 1968 and renovated in 2000. The existing Fisher Auditorium is used for numerous University, industry partner and community events. The Auditorium is not included in the proposed renovation. This project focuses on creating Fisher Commons in approximately 18,000 SF of space surrounding the Auditorium. Currently, this space includes exhibit space, library, offices, conference/classrooms, catering food service, general administration, and auxiliary services. It will be renovated to include a library, learning lab, bookstore, offices, food service, dining, and lounge spaces. The building has multiple entry points, and it is connected to the Shisler (Conference) Center via a corridor on the north elevation. To reorient the building’s main entrance toward the center of campus, improve accessibility, and enhance circulation, an approximately 3000SF addition is being considered to add to the north side of the building, connected to the corridor that leads to the Shisler Center. Site and accessibility improvements will occur at the new north entrance and the west portico. Professional design services will be completed by The Collaborative, Inc. and have been acquired by the Contracting Authority under a separate contract. The Program of Requirements (“POR”) will be validated as a part of this project by the Architect/Engineer (“A/E”). All aspects of the project and related issues will be implemented and operated consistent with the Contracting Authority/Owner’s policies and procedures. This project is required to be designed and delivered within a collaborative BIM-enabled environment following The Ohio State University BIM Project Delivery Standards. The Primary firm submitting for the project will be required to have the BIM expertise capable of meeting the aforementioned standards. The Ohio State University BIM Project Delivery Standards can be accessed via the OSU FOD website: BIM Project Delivery Standards. The minimum required BIM Use Cases for this project are noted below. Details on the BIM Uses Cases are outlined in Section 2 of the Ohio State University BIM Project Delivery Standards. Design BIM Use Case Required Additional Notes 2.3.1.1. Model Authoring – Design Intent BIMs (Required for the Architectural team and the Engineering team) X 2.3.1.2. Model Authoring – Design Intent BIMs (Required for the architectural team, preferred for the engineering team) 2.3.2. Existing Conditions Documentation/Modeling 2.3.3. Program of Requirements (PoR) Validation 2.3.4. Site Design 2.3.5. Model Based User Group Meetings/Reviews 2.3.6. Sustainability (Energy Modeling/Simulation and Performance)/ Design Simulation/Analysis 2.3.7. Clash Prevention X 2.3.8 Quantity Schedule Construct BIM Use Case Required Additional Notes 2.4.1. Model Authoring – Trade Coordination BIMs X 2.4.2. Model Authoring – Shop/Fabrication BIMs Preferred, not required 2.4.3. Clash Detection X 2.4.4. Model-based Scheduling (Sequencing/Simulation) 2.4.5. Model-based Estimating (Quantification/Cost Estimating) 2.4.6. Site Analysis Planning The minimum required deliverables for this project are noted below. Details on the BIM deliverables are outlined in Section 4 of the Ohio State University BIM Project Delivery Standards Deliverable Required BIM Execution Plan X Design Intent BIMs X Revit Model Rule Set Results X Interim Architectural and Structural Conformed Design Intent BIMs X Project Base Point X Conformed Design Intent BIMs X Interim Asset Worksheet X Final Asset Worksheet X This project includes asset tagging. The Primary firm submitting for the project is required to have the expertise capable of meeting this prerequisite and is responsible to support their subcontractors to meet this requirement. The Asset Tagging Process Diagram, Asset Worksheet Template, and LOD Matrix can be accessed via the OSU FOD website (https://fod.osu.edu/resources) under Design Guidelines, Specifications, Standards; Specifications and Standards; Building Information Modeling (BIM).
Scope of Services: The project and construction budget as listed in this RFQ is estimated. The project has been approved for design and preconstruction services only. This request is for Construction Manager at Risk (“CM”) to assist with preconstruction to establish the schematic design concept and begin design development. The university may amend the CM contract upon approval for construction documents, bidding, construction contract administration and post-construction services. The selected Construction Manager at Risk, as a portion of its required Scope of Services and prior to submitting its proposal, will discuss and clarify with the Contracting Authority/Owner, the breakdown of the Agreement detailed cost components, to address the Owner’s project requirements and refine the project schedule. Participate in the Encouraging Diversity, Growth & Equity (EDGE) Program as required by statute and the Agreement. As required by the Agreement, and as properly authorized, provide the following categories of services: provide constructability review comments on documents produced by the A/E during the Schematic Design, Design Development, and Construction Document stages; develop and maintain estimates of probable construction cost, Target Value Budget/Target Value Design, project schedules, and construction schedules; lead and manage the Subcontractor Prequalification and Bidding process, Construction and Closeout Stage. Refer to the Ohio Facilities Construction Manual for additional information about the type and extent of services required for each. A copy of the standard Agreement can be obtained at the OFCC website at Construction Manager at Risk Agreements. The selected CM will be required to sign the standard agreement. No modifications to the requirements in the agreement will be accepted. Required Professional Liability Insurance will be per General Conditions Articles 10.3.7 and 10.3.8. The project shall follow the applicable University Sustainability Standards: https://fod.osu.edu/sites/default/files/div_18.pdf. The project team (Owner / A/E / CM) will be required to utilize e-Builder, the University’s Project Management System, for all compatible services required by the University. The preconstruction and construction services are generally described below. Subcontracts including but not limited to Plumbing, Fire Protection, HVAC, Electrical and AV/Technology will be awarded by the CM to prequalified vendors using a competitive process. The parties will engage in an "open book" pricing method in which all subcontracted work shall be based upon competitive pricing that will be reviewed by the Contracting Authority/Owner, the A/E and the CM. The Contracting Authority/Owner shall have access to all books, records, documents and other data in the CM's possession related to itself, its subcontractors and material suppliers pertaining to bidding, pricing or performance of the Agreement. Preconstruction Services: The CM will work cooperatively with the Contracting Authority/Owner, A/E, and Project Team, and will provide, among other services, schedule development, estimate development, Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) proposal, subcontractor prequalification and bidding, constructability review, permits, budgeting, Target Value Budget/Target Value Design, and preconstruction planning throughout the preconstruction stages. When the drawings and specifications are at the stage of completion specified in the Agreement, such partially completed documents (the "Basis Documents") shall be provided to the CM, together with the A/E's detailed listing of any incomplete design elements and the A/E’s statement of intended scope with respect to such incomplete elements (the "Design Intent Statement"). Contingent upon the Contracting Authority’s approval of the GMP, the parties will enter into an amendment to the Agreement establishing the Contract Sum (“GMP Amendment”). If the proposed Contract Sum exceeds the Project Budget established for construction, then the Contracting Authority may terminate the agreement with the CM and seek proposals from other firms for completion of the Project. Construction Services: The CM shall construct the Project pursuant to the construction documents and in accordance with the schedule requirements. The CM shall hold all subcontracts and shall be fully responsible for the means and methods of construction, project safety, project completion within the schedule agreed upon in the preconstruction phase, compliance with all applicable laws and regulations including monitoring compliance with all EDGE, equal employment, and prevailing wage requirements, and submitting monthly reports of these activities to the Contracting Authority. All subcontracts shall be on the subcontract form prescribed by OAC Section 153:1-03-02. The Contracting Authority reserves the right to approve the CM’s selection of subcontractors and any supplemental terms to the form subcontract. The Ohio State University is dedicated to providing a safe and healthy environment for students, patients, staff, visitors and contractors. While not exclusive, guidelines governing safety expectations for construction/ renovation projects within Ohio State buildings are set forth in the Building Design Standards Appendix V and are summarized here: https://fod.osu.edu/resources, under the section titled “Construction Site Safety Requirements.” Closeout Services: The closeout for this project is required to be delivered in an electronic cloud-based format using e- Builder Project Management System and adhere to The Ohio State University Project Closeout Standards. The Ohio State University Project Closeout Standards can be accessed via the OSU FOD vender resource website (https://fod.osu.edu/resources) under Post Construction / Close Out. For purposes of completing the Relevant Project Experience Matrix in Section F of the Statement of Qualifications (Form F110-330), below is a list of relevant scope of work requirements for this RFQ: 1. Target Value Budgeting During Preconstruction; Demonstrated experience providing real-time pricing feedback, value analysis, and budget reconciliation to support owner decision-making. 2. Schedule Milestones; Experience supporting owner funding approvals, budget authorizations, GMP development, and procurement schedules. 3. Experience with renovation projects on University Campuses in the past 15 yrs. 4. Experience as Construction Manager at Risk (or DB) at The Ohio State University or State of Ohio Administered Projects – and indicate role on all projects. For the purpose of the selection of 10 Relevant Projects in Section F of the Statement of Qualification (Form F110-330), projects must have been completed by the Construction Management Firm.
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