26_142_RFQP.pdf

RFQ/P Item #26-142 Construction Manager at Risk for Augusta Juvenile Justice Center Renovation

RFQ/P Due: Tuesday, February 24, 2026 @ 11:00 a.m.

RFQ/P

Request for Qualifications and Price Proposal

RFQ/P Item #26-142

CONSTRUCTION MANAGER AT RISK

Augusta Juvenile Justice Center Renovation

Located at 1001 4th Street Augusta, GA

For

Augusta-Richmond County (herein “Augusta”) – Juvenile Court

One Original and One Electronic Version of RFQ/P on a USB Drive shall be submitted

Andy Penick

Procurement Director 535 Telfair Street, Suite 605

Augusta, Georgia 30901

Rev. 1/15/2026

Table of Contents

Request for Proposal

Electronic TEAMS Information

Instructions to Submit

Purpose Viewing of the Augusta Code

Compliance with Laws Proposal for All or Part Minority/Women Business Enterprise (MWBE) Policy Augusta Georgia License Requirement Terms of Contract

Notice to All Proponents Required to be returned with your submittal. Both documents must be notarized

Attachment B Must return the 2 pages Systematic Alien Verification for Entitlements (SAVE) Program

Trade Secret Status Affidavit

Minority and Women Owned Business Enterprise Program Ordinance Requirements

Request for Qualification and Proposal Specifications

MBE Goal Package

WBE Goal Package

No Response Letter

1/15/26

Request for Qualification and Proposal

Sealed proposal will be received at this office until Tuesday, February 24, 2026 @ 11:00 a.m. and will be opened publicly. Opening may also be viewed via Teams: Meeting ID: 267 573 730 185 0; Passcode: Aw7JR2eu for furnishing:

RFQ/P #26-142 Construction Manager at Risk for Augusta Juvenile Justice Center Renovations for Augusta- Richmond County (herein “Augusta”) – Juvenile Court

Proposals will be received by Augusta, GA Commission hereinafter referred to as the OWNER at the offices of Andy Penick, Procurement Director. No proposals will be accepted by email; all proposal must be received by mail or hand delivered. All submittals must be received during our normal office hours from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.

RFQ/P documents may be obtained on the Augusta, Georgia web site under the Procurement Department ARCBid (http://appweb2.augustaga.gov/NewARCBid/ARCBid.html), Euna OpenBids (https://network.demandstar.com) and Georgia Procurement Registry (https://ssl.doas.state.ga.us/gpr/index).RFQ/P documents may be obtained at the office of the Augusta, GA Procurement Department, 535 Telfair Street – Suite 605, Augusta, GA 30901.

Addenda will also be posted on the above listed website.

Mandatory pre-qualification/proposal conference will be held on Monday, February 9, 2026 @ 10:00 a.m. in the Procurement Department, 535 Telfair Street, Suite 605, Augusta, GA 30901. Mandatory Site Visit to follow.

Questions, request for clarifications or interpretations regarding this proposal must be submitted to the Procurement Department:

Augusta Procurement Department Attn: Tywanna Scott 535 Telfair Street - Room 605 Augusta, Georgia 30901 Phone: 706-821-2422 Email: procbidandcontract@augustaga.gov

All request for clarifications or interpretations must for this proposal must be submitted in writing by electronic email to procbidandcontract@augustaga.gov to the Procurement Department on or before the close of business Tuesday, February 10, 2026 @ 5:00 P.M.

No proposal may be withdrawn for a period of ninety (90) days after proposal have been opened, pending the execution of contract with the successful bidder. A 5% Bid bond is required to be submitted along with the bidders’ qualifications. A 100% performance bond and a 100% payment bond will be required for award.

Invitation for proposal and specifications. An invitation for proposal shall be issued by the Procurement Office and shall include specifications prepared in accordance with Article 4 (Product Specifications), and all contractual terms and conditions applicable to the procurement. All specific requirements contained in this request for qualification/proposal including, but not limited to, the number of copies needed, the timing of the submission, the required financial data, and any other requirements designated by the Procurement Department are considered material conditions of the proposal which are not waivable or modifiable by the Procurement Director. All requests to waive or modify any such material condition shall be submitted through the Procurement Director to the appropriate committee of the Augusta, Georgia Commission for approval by the Augusta, Georgia Commission. Please mark RFQ/P number on the outside of the envelope.

GEORGIA E-Verify and Public Contracts: The Georgia E-Verify law requires contractors and all sub-contractors on Georgia public contract (contracts with a government agency) for the physical performance of services over $2,499 in value to enroll in E-Verify, regardless of the number of employees.

Bidders are cautioned that acquisition of the proposal documents through any source other than the office of the Procurement Department is not advisable. Acquisition of proposal documents from unauthorized sources placed the bidder at the risk of receiving incomplete or inaccurate information upon which to base his qualifications.

No proposals will be accepted by email; all proposal must be received by mail or hand delivered.

Publish:

Augusta Chronicle January 15, 22, 29, 2026 and February 5, 2026 http://appweb2.augustaga.gov/NewARCBid/ARCBid.html https://network.demandstar.com/ https://ssl.doas.state.ga.us/gpr/index mailto:procbidandcontract@augustaga.gov

PROCUREMENT DEPARTMENT

ELECTRONIC TEAMS INFORMATION

The Augusta, Georgia Procurement Department conducts Public RFQ/P Pre-Proposal Conferences and

Openings to award quality contracts for Augusta. Proposers may participate in our Public RFQ/P Pre-

Proposal Conferences and Openings via webcast or teleconference by following the instructions outlined below:

ELECTRONIC RFQ/P INSTRUCTIONS

RFQ/P Opening - RFQ/P Item #26-142 Construction Manager at Risk for Augusta Juvenile Justice Center Renovations for Augusta-Richmond County (herein “Augusta”) – Juvenile Court

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 @ 11:00 a.m.

TEAMS RFQ/P Opening:

1. Go to https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-teams/join-a-meeting and enter meeting ID: 267 573 730 185 0

2. Passcode: Aw7JR2eu

For Assistance: Please Contact the Bid and Contract Team at (706) 821-2422 https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-teams/join-a-meeting https://zoom.us/join

INSTRUCTIONS TO SUBMIT

INSTRUCTIONS TO SUBMIT

1.1 Purpose: The purpose of this document is to

provide general and specific information for use by vendors in submitting a proposal to supply Augusta, Georgia with equipment, supplies, and or services as listed above. All proposals are governed by the Augusta, Georgia Code.

1.2 Viewing the Augusta Code: All proposals are

governed and awarded in accordance with the applicable federal and state regulations and the Augusta, Georgia Code. To view the Code visit Augusta’s website at www.augustaga.gov or http://www.augustaga.gov/index.aspx?NID=68 5 Guidelines & Procedures.

1.3 Compliance with laws: The Proponent shall

obtain and maintain all licenses, permits, liability insurance, workman's compensation insurance and comply with any and all other standards or regulations required by federal, state or Augusta, Georgia statute, ordinances and rules during the performance of any contract between the Proponent and Augusta, Georgia. Any such requirement specifically set forth in any contract document between the Proponent and Augusta, Georgia shall be supplementary to this section and not in substitution thereof.

1.4 Proposals For All Or Part: Unless otherwise

specified by Augusta, Georgia or by the proponent, AUGUSTA, GEORGIA RESERVES THE

RIGHT TO MAKE AWARD ON ALL ITEMS, OR ON

ANY OF THE ITEMS ACCORDING TO THE BEST

INTEREST OF AUGUSTA, GEORGIA. Proponent may restrict his proposal to consideration in the aggregate by so stating but must name a unit price on each item submitted upon.

1.5 All protests shall be made in writing to:

Attn: Andy Penick, Procurement Director 535 Telfair Street, Suite 605 Augusta, GA 30901 Email:procbidandcontract@augustaga.gov

1.6 Augusta, Georgia License Requirement: For

further information contact the License and Inspection Department @ 706 312-5050.

General Contractors License Number: If applicable, in accordance with O.C.G.A. §43-41, or be subjected to penalties as may be required by law.

Utility Contractor License Number: If applicable, in accordance with O.C.G.A. §43-14, or be subjected to penalties as may be required by law.

1.7 Terms of Contract: (Check where

applicable)

[ ] (A) Annual Contract [ ] (B) One time Purchase [X] (C) Other

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NOTICE TO ALL VENDORS

ADHERE TO THE BELOW INSTRUCTIONS AND DO NOT SUBSTITUTE FORMS

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY:

Attachment B is a consolidated document consisting of:

1. Business License Number Requirement (copy must be provided)

2. Acknowledgement of Addenda (must be acknowledged, if any)

3. Statement of Non-Discrimination

4. Non-Collusion Affidavit of Prime Proponent/Offeror

5. Conflict of Interest

6. Contractor Affidavit and Agreement (E-Verify User ID Number must be provided)

Attachment B Must be Notarized & Two (2) Pages Must be returned with your submittal - No Exceptions.

Business License Requirement: Proponent must be licensed in the Governmental entity for where they do the majority of their business. Your company’s business license number must be provided on Page 1 of Attachment B. If your Governmental entity (State or Local) does not require a business license, your company will be required to obtain a Richmond County business license if awarded a contract. For further information contact the License and Inspection Department @ 706 312-5050.

Acknowledgement of Addenda: You Must acknowledge all Addenda. See Page 1 of Attachment B.

E-Verify * User Identification Number (Company I.D.) The recommended awarded vendor will be required to provide a copy of Homeland Security’s Memorandum Of Understanding (MOU). Contractors, Bids, RFQ/Ps, RFQ/Ps - Any contractors performing the physical performance of services” for your city, including those that respond to bids or requests for proposals, must submit an E-Verify affidavit. Your city cannot consider any contractors, even as part of a bidding or RFQ/P process, unless they have given you the appropriate E-Verify contractor affidavits.

The city, each contractor, and each subcontractor have different roles and responsibilities in the E-Verify process. The city collects E-Verify affidavits from the contractor. The contractor collects E-Verify affidavits from its subcontractors. The subcontractors collect E-Verify affidavits from its sub-subcontractors. Independent contractors (those with no employees) do not need to supply E-Verify information. Instead, they will provide a driver’s license or state identification card from states on the “compliant” list created by the Georgia Attorney General. Those contractors and subcontractors that fill out the affidavits are responsible for the accuracy of the information. The city does not need to confirm that the E-Verify information is correct. The liability for incorrect information is on the contractor or subcontractor. NOTE: The authorization date can be found within the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU).

Affidavit Verifying Status for Augusta Benefit Application (S.A.V.E. Program) (Must Be Returned With Your Submittal)

The successful proponent will submit the following forms to the Procurement Department no later than five (5) days after receiving the “Letter of Recommendation” (Vendor’s letter will denote the date forms are to be received)

1. Georgia Security and Immigration Subcontractor Affidavit

2. Non-Collusion Affidavit of Sub-Contractor

3. E-Verify MOU (Memorandum of Understanding)

Attachment B

Augusta, Georgia Augusta Procurement Department ATTN: Procurement Director 535 Telfair Street, Suite 605

Name of Proponent: _______________________________________________________________________________

Street Address: ___________________________________________________________________________________

City, State, Zip Code: ______________________________________________________________________________

Phone: ______________________ Fax: __________________________Email: ________________________________

Where/How did you hear about this solicitation? __________________________________________________________________

Attach a copy of your Business License and your General Contractor License.

If applicable, provide a copy of the following:

Utility Contractors License - MUST BE LISTED ON FRONT OF ENVELOPE

Acknowledgement of Addenda: (#1) ____: (#2) ____: (#3) ____: (#4) ____: (#5) ____: (#6) ____: (#7) ____: (#8) ____:

NOTE: CHECK APPROPRIATE BOX (ES) - ADD ADDITIONAL NUMBERS AS APPLICABLE

Statement of Non-Discrimination

The undersigned understands that it is the policy of Augusta, Georgia to promote full and equal business opportunity for all persons doing business with Augusta, Georgia. The undersigned covenants that we have not discriminated, on the basis of race, religion, gender, national origin, or ethnicity, with regard to prime contracting, subcontracting, or partnering opportunities.

The undersigned covenants and agrees to make good faith efforts to ensure maximum practicable participation of local small businesses on the proposal or contract awarded by Augusta, Georgia. The undersigned further covenants that we have completed truthfully and fully the required forms regarding good faith efforts and local small business subcontractor/supplier utilization.

The undersigned further covenants and agrees not to engage in discriminatory conduct of any type against local small businesses, in conformity with Augusta, Georgia’s Local Small Business Opportunity Program. Set forth below is the signature of an officer of the proposer/contracting entity with the authority to bind the entity.

The undersigned acknowledge and warrant that this Company has been made aware of understands and agrees to take affirmative action to provide such companies with the maximum practicable opportunities to do business with this Company;

That this promise of non-discrimination as made and set forth herein shall be continuing in nature and shall remain in full force and effect without interruption;

That the promises of non-discrimination as made and set forth herein shall be and are hereby deemed to be made as part of and incorporated by reference into any contract or portion thereof which this Company may hereafter obtain and;

That the failure of this Company to satisfactorily discharge any of the promises of nondiscrimination as made and set forth herein shall constitute a material breach of contract entitling Augusta, Georgia to declare the contract in default and to exercise any and all applicable rights remedies including but not limited to cancellation of the contract, termination of the contract, suspension and debarment from future contracting opportunities, and withholding and or forfeiture of compensation due and owing on a contract.

Non-Collusion of Prime Proponent

By submission of a proposal, the vendor certifies, under penalty of perjury, that to the best of its knowledge and belief:

(a) The prices in the proposal have been arrived at independently without collusion, consultation, communications, or agreement, for the purpose of restricting competition, as to any matter relating to such prices with any other vendor or with any competitor.

(b) Unless otherwise required by law, the prices which have been quoted in the proposal have not been knowingly disclosed by the vendor prior to opening, directly or indirectly, to any other vendor or to any competitor.

(c) No attempt has been made, or will be made, by the vendor to induce any other person, partnership, or corporation to submit or not to submit a proposal for the purpose of restricting competition. Collusions and fraud in proposal preparation shall be reported to the State of Georgia Attorney General and the United States Justice Department.

Conflict of Interest By submission of a bid, the responding firm certifies, under penalty of perjury, that to the best of its knowledge and belief:

1. No circumstances exist which cause a Conflict of Interest in performing the services required by this BID, and

2. That no employee of the County, nor any member thereof, not any public agency or official affected by this BID, has any pecuniary interest in the business of the responding firm or his sub-consultant(s) has any interest that would conflict in any manner or degree with the performance related to this BID. By submission of a bid, the vendor certifies under penalty of perjury, that to the best of its knowledge and belief:

(a) The prices in the bid have been arrived at independently without collusion, consultation, communications, or agreement, for the purpose of restricting competition, as to any matter relating to such prices with any other vendor or with any competitor.

(b) Unless otherwise required by law, the prices which have been quoted in the bid have not knowingly been disclosed by the vendor prior to opening, directly or indirectly, to any other vendor or competitor.

c) No attempt has been made, or will be made, by the vendor to induce any other person, partnership, or cooperation to submit or not to submit a bid for the purpose of restricting competition. For any breach or violation of this provision, the County shall have the right to terminate any related contract or agreement without liability and at its discretion to deduct from the price, or otherwise recover, the full amount of such fee, commission, percentage, gift, payment, or consideration.

Contractor Affidavit and Agreement: Contractor Affidavit under O.C.G.A. § 13-10-91(b) (l)

GEORGIA E-Verify and Public Contracts: The Georgia E-Verify law requires contractors and all sub-contractors on Georgia public contract (contracts with a government agency) for the physical performance of services over $2,499 in value to enroll in E-Verify, regardless of the number of employees. They may be exempt from this requirement if they have no employees and do not plan to hire employees for the purpose of completing any part of the public contract. Certain professions are also exempt. All requests for proposals issued by a city must include the contractor affidavit as part of the requirement for their bid to be considered.

The undersigned contractor ("Contractor") executes this Affidavit to comply with O.C.G.A § 13-10-91 related to any contract to which Contractor is a party that is subject to O.C.G.A. § 13-10-91 and hereby verifies its compliance with O.C.G.A. § 13-10-91, attesting as follows:

a) The Contractor has registered with, is authorized to use, and uses the federal work authorization program commonly known as E-Verify, or any subsequent replacement program;

b) The Contractor will continue to use the federal work authorization program throughout the contract period, including any renewal or extension thereof;

c) The Contractor will notify the public employer in the event the Contractor ceases to utilize the federal work authorization program during the contract period, including renewals or extensions thereof;

d) The Contractor understands that ceasing to utilize the federal work authorization program constitutes a material breach of Contract;

e) The Contractor will contract for the performance of services in satisfaction of such contract only with subcontractors who present an affidavit to the Contractor with the information required by O.C.G.A. § 13-10-91(a), (b), and (c);

f) The Contractor acknowledges and agrees that this Affidavit shall be incorporated into any contract(s) subject to the provisions of O.C.G.A. § 13-10- 91 for the project listed below to which Contractor is a party after the date hereof without further action or consent by Contractor; and

g) Contractor acknowledges its responsibility to submit copies of any affidavits, drivers' licenses, and identification cards required pursuant to O.C.G.A. § 13-10-91 to the public employer within five business days of receipt.

Georgia Law requires your company to have an E-Verify*User Identification Number (Company I.D.) on or after July 1, 2009.

For additional information or to enroll your company, visit the State of Georgia website:

https://e-verify.uscis.gov/enroll/ and/or http://www.dol.state.ga.us/pdf/rules/300_10 1.pdf

Federal Work Authorization User Identification Number: E-VERIFY REQUIRED FOR ALL CONTRACTS OVER $2,499.00 Date of Authorization

** (E-Verify Number) ________________________________ ____________________

Name of Public Employer

I hereby declare under penalty of perjury that the foregoing is true and correct.

Executed on _____________________________, 20________ in ___________________ (City), ______________ (State).

Signature of Authorized Officer or Agent Printed Name and Title of Authorized Officer or Agent

NOTARY COMMISSIONING

Subscribed and sworn before me on this _______ day of ____________________________, 20_______

Notary Public My Commission Expires: NOTARY SEAL

The undersigned further agrees to submit a notarized copy of Attachment B, and any required documentation noted as part of the Augusta, Georgia Board of Commissions specifications which govern this process. In addition, the undersigned agrees to submit all required forms for any subcontractor(s) as requested and or required. I further understand that my submittal will be deemed non-compliant if any part of this process is violated.

You Must Complete and Return the two (2) pages of Attachment B with Your Submittal. Document Must Be Notarized.

REV. 11/24/2025

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Systematic Alien Verification for Entitlements (SAVE) Program

Affidavit Verifying Status for Augusta, Georgia Benefit Application By executing this affidavit under oath, as an applicant for an Augusta, Georgia Business License or Occupation Tax Certificate, Alcohol License, Taxi Permit, Contract or other public benefit as reference in O.C.G.A. Section 50-36-1, I am stating the following with respect to my proposal for an Augusta, Georgia contract for

[RFQ/P Project Number and Project Name]

[Print/Type: Name of natural person applying on behalf of individual, business, corporation, partnership, or other private entity]

[Print/Type: Name of business, corporation, partnership, or other private entity]

1.) _______ I am a citizen of the United States.

2.) _______ I am a legal permanent resident 18 years of age or older.

3.) _______ I am an otherwise qualified alien (8 § USC 1641) or nonimmigrant under the Federal Immigration and

Nationality Act (8 USC 1101 et seq.) 18 years of age or older and lawfully present in the United States.*

In making the above representation under oath, I understand that any person who knowingly and willfully makes a false, fictitious, or fraudulent statement or representation in an affidavit shall be guilty of a violation of Code Section 16-10-20 of the Official Code of Georgia.

Signature of Applicant

Printed Name

*Alien Registration Number for Non-Citizens

Notary Public

My Commission Expires: _____________________________ NOTARY SEAL

THIS FORM MUST BE COMPLETED, NOTORIZED AND RETURNED WITH YOUR SUBMITTAL

REV. 11/24/2025

TRADE SECRET STATUS AFFIDAVIT

Augusta, Georgia

All documents, data, letters and generated information received by Augusta, Georgia constitutes a “public record” and is subject to disclosure under the Georgia Open Records Act ("GORA"). O.C.G.A. § 50-18-70 et seq. However, pursuant to O.C.G.A.

§ 50-18-72(a)(34), "[an] entity submitting records containing trade secrets that wishes to keep such records confidential under this paragraph shall submit and attach to the records an affidavit affirmatively declaring that specific information in the records constitute trade secrets pursuant to Article 27 of Chapter 1 of Title 10 [O.C.G.A. § 10-1-760 et seq.].”

O.C.G.A. § 10-1-761(4) defines “Trade secret" as “…information, without regard to form, including, but not limited to, technical or nontechnical data, a formula, a pattern, a compilation, a program, a device, a method, a technique, a drawing, a process, financial data, financial plans, product plans, or a list of actual or potential customers or suppliers which is not commonly known by or available to the public and which information:

A. Derives economic value, actual or potential, from not being generally known to, and not being readily ascertainable by proper means by, other persons who can obtain economic value from its disclosure or use; and

B. Is the subject of efforts that are reasonable under the circumstances to maintain its secrecy.”

Therefore, the records listed below and attached hereto, that were submitted with _______________________response to Augusta, Georgia Request for Proposal, Request for Quote, or Request for Qualified Contractor ______________are marked confidential pursuant to O.C.G.A. § 10-1-761(4):

• (List specific information that the supplier wishes to withhold and how that information constitutes a trade secret)

• Additional trade secret information requested to be withheld

• Your company is requested to send a redacted copy of your submittal.

Under penalty of perjury, acknowledging that O.C.G.A. §16-10-71 provides a penalty of a fine of up to $1,000 and potential imprisonment of one to five years, I attest that the specific information in the records listed above constitutes trade secrets pursuant to O.C.G.A. § 10-1-761(4), and request that Augusta, Georgia not disclose this protected information under the Georgia Open Records Act ("GORA").

Signature:

[Signatory Name in Print] [Signatory’s Title] [Company Name]

_______________________________ Date: ______________________________________ [Signatory’s Title]

Notary Public

My Commission Expires: ___________________________________ NOTARY SEAL

RETURN FORM ONLY IF APPLICABLE.

Revised 11/24/2025

Minority and Women Owned Business Enterprise Program Ordinance Requirements Notice To All Bidders (PLEASE READ CAREFULLY) Shall apply to ALL Bids regardless of the dollar amount In accordance with the Commission Action on 7/25/24 and the adoption of Ordinance No. 7945 Chapter 10C of the AUGUSTA, GA, CODE, Contractors agree to collect and maintain all records necessary to Augusta, Georgia to evaluate the effectiveness of its Minority and Women Owned Business Enterprise Program and to make such records available to Augusta, Georgia upon request. The requirements of the Minority and Women Owned Business Enterprise Program can be found at www.augustaga.gov. In accordance with AUGUSTA, GA.

CODE, Contractors shall report to Augusta, Georgia the total dollars paid to each subcontractor, vendor, or other business on each contract, and shall provide such payment affidavits, regarding payment to subcontractors, if any as required by Augusta, Georgia. Such utilization reports shall be in the format specified by the Director of Compliance and shall be submitted at such times as required by Augusta, Georgia. Required forms can be found at www.augustaga.gov. If you need assistance completing a form or filing information, please contact the M/WBE Program office at (706) 821-2406. Failure to provide such reports withing the time period specified by Augusta, Georgia shall entitle Augusta, Georgia to exercise any of the remedies set forth, including, but not limited to, withholding payment from the Contractor and/or collecting liquidated damages.

SHALL APPLY TO PROJECTS IN EXCESS OF $300,000

Minority and Women Owned Business Enterprise Program (Continued) Sec. 1-10-138. Race and Gender-Conscious Efforts Contract-by-Contract Subcontractor Goals The City, through the Goal Setting Committee (GSC), will set specific, separate percentage-based MBE and WBE subcontracting goals on a contract-by contract basis for Prime contracts in Construction, Architecture & Engineering, Professional Services, and Other Services valued in excess of $300,000. The City shall establish such goals based upon the type of contract, the type of subcontracting work that will be required, and the availability of M/WBE firms to perform the work for that specific contract.

The GSC shall not establish subcontracting goals on contracts where (a) there are no subcontracting opportunities identified for the contract; or (b) there are not at least three (3) MBE and/or WBE firms that are available and capable to perform a CUF for the overall subcontracting opportunities on the contract.

Good Faith Efforts (GFE) Requirements and Guidance 1.Achievement of subcontracting goals or documentation of Good Faith Efforts applies to every Contract for which such goals are established. The Bidder shall submit a compliance plan detailing its achievement of the goals or its Good Faith Efforts to meet the goals. The compliance plan shall be due at the time set out in the solicitation documents.

2.When a Bidder cannot achieve the goals, its compliance plan shall document its GFE to achieve the goals. The Director of Compliance will determine whether the Bidder has made such

GFE.

Bid Documents All bid documents shall require bidders or proponents to submit with their bid the following written documents, statements, or forms, which shall be made available by the Procurement Department.

• Proposed Letter of Intent MBE/WBE.

• Proposed MBE/WBE Utilization Plan.

• Documentation of Good Faith Efforts Form (in the event the bidder will not meet the MBE and WBE goals).

Failure to submit the above documentation shall result in the bid being declared non-responsive.

Sec. 1-10-154.Exceptions In accordance with § 1-10-8, on federally funded projects or contracts, the M/WBE Program shall only be utilized when authorized by the applicable federal (and/or Georgia) laws, regulations, and conditions relating to that project or contract.

To the extent that there are any conflicts between any such laws, regulations, or conditions and the provisions of the M/WBE Program, the federal (and/or Georgia) guidance shall control.

NOTE: All forms should be submitted in a separate, sealed envelope, labeled M/WBE Forms, Company’s Name & Bud number

For questions and or additional information, please contact:

Minority-Owned and Women-Owned Business Enterprise Program

535 Telfair Street, Suite 530 Augusta, Georgia 30901

(706) 821-2406 mwbe@augustaga.gov

Website: https://www.augustaga.gov/83/Disadvantaged- Business-Enterprise

Rev. 09/11/2025 http://www.augustaga.gov/ http://www.augustaga.gov/ mailto:mwbe@augustaga.gov https://www.augustaga.gov/83/Disadvantaged-Business-Enterprise https://www.augustaga.gov/83/Disadvantaged-Business-Enterprise

SECTION I

INSTRUCTION TO PROPOSERS

Augusta, Georgia, is soliciting statement of qualifications and proposals from qualified firms interested in providing Construction Manager at Risk services for the renovations of The Augusta Juvenile Justice Center. Your submittal should respond to and be based on the information included in this Request for Qualification and Proposal.

Responses will be received in the office of the Director of Procurement at 535 Telfair Street, Suite 605, Augusta, GA 30901 until Tuesday, February 24, 2026 @ 11:00 a.m. The RFQ/P must be submitted in a sealed package and labeled with firm’s name and the name of the project - RFQ/P Item #26-142 Construction Manager at Risk for Augusta Juvenile Justice Center Renovations. You are required to submit one (1) marked unbound original, one (1) electronic copy of your RFQ/P.

RFQ/P opening will and will be opened publicly. Opening can be viewed via TEAMS Meeting ID: 267 573 730 185 0; Passcode: Aw7JR2eu.

No RFQ/P will be accepted by email; all bids must be received by mail or hand delivered. If RFQ/P is forwarded by mail or other second party delivery, the sealed envelope containing the submittal must be enclosed in an envelope addressed to:

Andy Penick, Procurement Director Augusta Procurement Department

535 Telfair Street - Suite 605

All submittals must be received during our normal office hours from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.

All vendors responding are cautioned to read this RFQ/P carefully for understanding and request clarification from

Augusta, Georgia on any questions pertaining to this RFQ/P. The Proposer should examine all documents and requirements of the services requested to become fully informed. Failure to examine these areas will not relieve the successful Proposer of its obligation to furnish all products and services necessary to carry out the provisions of the contract. After RFQ/Ps have been submitted, the vendor shall not assert that there was a misunderstanding concerning the quantities of work or of the nature of the work to be done.

Mandatory Pre-Proposal Conference will be held on Monday, February 9, 2026 @ 10:00 a.m. at 535 Telfair Street Suite 605, Augusta, GA Procurement Office. Mandatory site visit to follow. Contact Nolan Martin at 706-821-2387.

All questions must be submitted in writing by email to procbidandcontract@augustaga.gov to the office of the Procurement Department by Tuesday, February 10, 2026 @ 5:00 P.M. Issues and responses addressed in any other manner will not be considered valid or binding in consideration of proposals or any subsequent contract negotiations.

Augusta will respond to any Proposer's questions received in compliance with the above schedule. All relevant and significant questions that have been submitted in writing prior to the deadline will be compiled, and answers will be posted by addendum and emailed to Proposers. Failure to provide all of the requested information may cause the proposal to be rejected as non-responsive.

Interested and qualified firm(s) and/or party(ies) are requested to make a response to accomplish the Scope of Services described herein. The response is to be signed by a duly authorized official of the firm and must be submitted in the time, manner, and form prescribed. For a proposal to be considered it must remain valid for at least 60 days after RFQ/Ps have been opened, pending the execution of contract with the successful vendor.

If an award of contract is awarded as a result of this solicitation, the contract will be made on the basis of the response which best satisfies the intent of this RFQ/P and other factors considered in the best interest of the Owner.

Negotiations may be undertaken with the firm whose proposal shows them to be the most qualified, responsible, and capable of performing the work. In addition to cost, the Owner will consider professional qualifications and related experience to determine which proposal would be in the Owner’s best interest if a contract were made.

Additionally, appropriate professional registration and significant prior experience in projects of similar scope are considered minimal qualifications.

The Owner reserves the right to consider proposals or modification thereof received at any time before the award is made, if such action is in the interest of the Owner.

The Owner reserves the right to reject any or all proposals received as the result of this RFQ/P. The Owner also maintains the right to negotiate with any firm, as necessary, to serve the best interests of the Owner. The Owner will not be liable for any costs incurred by any firm prior to the execution of a contract and approval by the Board of Commissioners. Costs incurred in responding to the request for qualifications are the Proposer's alone and the Owner does not accept liability for any such costs.

Services must be provided by experienced personnel. Any subconsultants/contractors the proponent will be using to perform any part of the requested service shall be evaluated on the same criteria.

It is the responsibility of the Proposers to examine the entire RFQ/P, seek clarification in writing, and review their qualifications for accuracy before submitting a response. Once the deadline has passed, all submittals will be final.

The Owner reserves the right to ask for additional information from all parties that have submitted qualifications.

No proposal may be withdrawn for a period of ninety (90) days after proposal have been opened, pending the execution of contract with the successful bidder. Selection shall not be based solely upon the fee proposal; however, the fee and maximum overhead proposals shall be a factor in the final selection. The Owner reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to reject any or all proposals, re-solicit proposals (including a change in the method of project delivery), or terminate the project.

The Owner is not obligated to request clarifications or additional information but may do so at its discretion. The Owner reserves the right to extend the deadline for submittals.

Upon receipt of a proposal by the Owner, the proposal shall become the property of the Owner without compensation to the Proposer, for disposition or usage by the Owner at its discretion. The details of the proposal documents will remain confidential until final award. See Trade Secret Affidavit (Page 10).

SECTION II

SUMMARY AND BACKGROUND

The Owner, Augusta-Richmond County, is soliciting statements of qualifications and proposals from firms interested in providing Construction Manager At Risk (CMR) services for the project known as the Juvenile Justice Center. All Proposers to the Request for Qualifications and Proposal (RFQ/P) are subject to instructions communicated in this document and are cautioned to completely review the entire RFQ/P and follow instructions carefully. The Owner reserves the right to reject any or all submittals, and to waive technicalities at the discretion of the Owner.

A. Project Overview

1. The Owner wishes to retrofit an elementary school building to serve as their Juvenile Justice Center. The proposed Juvenile Justice Center will be located at 1001 4th Street, Augusta, GA. The proposed Juvenile Justice Center is currently under concept design.

2. The retrofitted facility will be 2 floors, totaling approximately 90,000 sq. ft. The first floor includes a central lobby – security screening, courtrooms, judge’s chambers, office space and program facilities. The second floor is predominantly classroom space. The retrofit will be fire sprinklered.

3. Much of the construction is existing. The exterior veneer is brick. Floor framing and roof framing is steel bar joists. The HVAC units, electrical, and plumbing need evaluation for repair or replacement. Additional parking will need to be addressed.

4. The concept design drawings in PDF format are attached as Exhibit A

B. Project Delivery Method

During design and preconstruction, the CMR will be responsible for design review, constructability, pricing, and value engineering issues, along with development of the project's schedule. When design documents for the project have been developed in sufficient detail, the CMR, under the general supervision of the Owner, will commit to a Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) for all construction.

Construction will commence with the release of any early order packages while the design documents are being finalized. The CMR shall competitively select all construction subcontracts and other work appropriate for competitive selection but is free to use qualifications factors other than price of work to recommend construction subcontractors that will deliver the best value to Owner.

C. Project Schedule:

The Owner intends for the CMR's preconstruction services to begin upon award of the CMR Contract and has targeted Start of Construction for August 2026, with Ten Offices Occupancy estimated for December 2026 and full occupancy December 2027. The CMR, as a part of its preconstruction services, will assist the Owner with developing a strategy for the best approach for the successful completion of the Project. For example, the CMR will provide guidance and assistance in the preparation of a schedule, early procurement services, subcontract component construction packages, and reliable cost estimates leading to a GMP.

D. Project Budget:

The Construction budget for the project is approximately $17 million including construction contingency.

The CMR’s Fee (gross profit) and General Conditions expenses will be part of the GMP but will not include the Preconstruction Fee.

E. RFQ/P Schedule (all dates are tentative and subject to change)

- Owner issues RFQ/P 01/15/26

- Deadline for submission of written questions and requests for clarification 02/10/26

- Addenda issued to answer questions 02/17/26

- Deadline for submission of Proposals 02/24/26

- Selection committee completes evaluation 03/03/26

- Submitted to Committee for approval 03/31/26

SECTION III

SCOPE OF SERVICE

1. The CMR’s services shall include all Project Management, Pre-Construction, and Construction Phase services.

The CMR will provide comprehensive administration and management of all aspects of the construction of the project and will work in concert with the Project Architect and the Owner's designated representative towards the successful completion of the project on schedule, at or below budgeted costs.

2. The services described below are representative of the services required but do not constitute a comprehensive specification. A comprehensive specification of the services required is contained in the Agreement.

a. Pre-Construction Phase Services: Pre-Construction Phase Services shall include, but may not be limited to the following:

• Validate Owner's construction budget in regard to the approved project scope.

• Participate in design team and Owner meetings and presentations as required to facilitate the design and value engineering process.

• Evaluate the design, providing analysis of alternate construction methods and materials for potential quality, cost, and schedule enhancements.

• Evaluate construction documents for constructability, serviceability, maintainability, potential problems, ambiguous and omitted information, and constructability within the construction budget.

• Develop a construction schedule in accordance with the General Requirements, coordinating activities to accomplish the completion of the project by the earliest date possible within the stipulated construction budget.

• Provide cost estimating, cost management, value analysis, and value engineering.

• Provide cost estimating for alternative means, methods, materials, construction methods within specific trades, specific systems and individual construction packages.

• Develop a construction budget in accordance with the General Requirements.

b. Construction Services: Any costs associated with procurement and bidding for construction services must be included in the Proposer's proposals for Pre-Construction Services and overhead. Bidding and Award Phase Services shall be in accordance with the General Requirements and include, but may not be limited to the following:

• Provide input on division of construction activities into component construction packages.

• Pre-qualification of potential contractors and vendors.

• Provide a proposed construction schedule in accordance with the General Requirements for issuance with component packages.

• Develop and implement component procurement and bidding requirements necessary to assure time, cost, and quality control during construction.

• Advertise and distribute component procurement/bidding documents.

• Schedule and conduct pre-procurement/bid conferences for components in coordination with the Project Architect.

• Monitor bidder/Proposer activity to insure adequate contractor and vendor participation.

• Receive and analyze bids for presentation to the project team.

• Verify adherence of bids with design requirements and the construction budget.

• Subcontract with successful bidders for construction.

c. Construction Phase Services: Construction Phase Services shall include, but may not be limited to the following:

• Develop requirements for safety, quality assurance, and schedule adherence.

• Maintain on-site staff for construction management.

• Maintain a system for tracking the timely submittal, review and approval of shop drawings.

• Coordinate, conduct and document regular construction meetings.

• Coordinate and maintain on-site contract documents in accordance with the General

Requirements.

• Submit GMP Change Order in accordance with the General Requirements.

• After the GMP Change Order is approved, prepare and submit any change orders, including documentation, for consideration/approval of the Project Architect and the Owner.

• Maintain on-site records and submit progress reports to Project Architect and the Owner.

• Develop "as built" documents for submission to the Project Architect.

d. Warranty Phase Services: Warranty Phase Services shall include, but may not be limited to the following:

• Resolution of remaining "punch-list" items.

• Coordinate post-completion activities, including the assembly of guarantees, manuals, closeout documents, training, and Owner's final acceptance.

• Monitor, coordinate and resolve all warranty complaints to the satisfaction of the Owner during the required general warranty period.

Form of Agreement

1. The Agreement between the Owner and the CMR will be the American Institute of Architects Form A133 -

Standard Form of Agreement Between Owner and Construction Manager as Constructor where the Basis of Payment is Cost of the Work Plus a Fee with a Guaranteed Maximum Price, and the A201 General Conditions.

2. The CMR holds all trade agreements contracts and trade supplier agreements. The agreement price will be accomplished through a Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) Change Order. Component Change Orders will be incorporated into the Agreement as individual construction packages are priced and agreed to by the Owner.

The CMR shall include within the construction budget its project management services. The construction services will be on an actual cost basis with all savings under the GMP, including unused contingency, returned to the Owner.

3. The price and financial structure of this Agreement is the "cost-plus" method, with an absolute cap on the total price of the contract (the GMP), and certain other maximum price allowances. The sole basis for the "plus" under this Agreement is the CMR’s Fee, which is the CMR’s "gross profit" as defined in the contract.

Certain items of overhead cost, such as home office overhead and bonding of subcontractors, are not permissible overhead costs for the project and are considered a part of the "gross profit." The sole basis for "cost" throughout the Agreement is Actual Cost of the Work, as defined therein.

4. In selecting a CMR firm, the Owner will emphasize experience of the firm and of assigned personnel in providing like functions on projects of similar magnitude and complexity as the proposed Project. Selection preference will be toward firms that have depths of knowledge and resources for scheduling, contract coordination and compliance, budget control, and familiarity with State laws and codes, and applicable County and City laws, ordinances, and codes.

SECTION IV

SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENT

RFQ/P submittals must meet the requirements of this section to be considered. The response to this Request must be complete; partial or incomplete responses will not be considered. Proposers are required to follow the outline below in their response. Responses should be concise, clear, and relevant. Submittals shall be formatted for standard 8.5 x 11 paper. Please include only the information requested in your Qualifications Submittal.

You are required to submit one (1) marked unbound original and one (1) electronic copy of the RFQ/P. You are also required to submit one (1) copy of the fee proposal and one (1) electronic copy on USB drive of your fee proposal is to be submitted in a separately sealed envelope. The body of the proposal should not exceed 50 pages. The page minimum does not include Procurement Documents, cover letter, financial information, appendices and tabs.

The Proposer shall submit a proposal containing information as summarized in this section. Responses shall be concise and are to address the Consultant’s qualifications and experience. Information should be focused on relevant experience and qualifications appropriate to this project. The cover letter should not exceed one page.

Proposals should be unbound with numbered tabs identifying each section herein specified. To be considered responsive to this Request for Proposal (RFQ/P), submittals should address the requested items below.

1. Procurement Documents: All documents required under the Augusta Procurement regulations and procedures, properly executed and notarized as required (Attachment B and Save Form). The notary seal shall be visible on the original AND all copies. Attach a copy of your current business license and your general contractor license.

2. Letter of Interest: A letter executed by a Principal of the CMR firm committing to the requirements specified in this Request is required. Provide a brief summary of the firm's experience and capabilities in related endeavors with similar owners and why you are interested in this project. Provide an explanation of what differentiates your team as the best candidate for this project.

3. Description of Firm: Provide basic company information including name of firm; street, mailing and e-mail addresses; phone numbers, along with the name of a primary contact in regard to this submittal. Provide the number of years the firm has been in business, form of ownership, and state of residency or incorporation. If the firm has multiple offices, the Qualifications Submittal should primarily include information about the office that will perform the work.