10-2026-031 Building Commissioning Services for BCCA Reno

Bartow County School System is requesting proposals for building commissioning services for the renovation of the College and Career Academy in Cartersville, Georgia, with proposals due July 7, 2026 and a mandatory pre-proposal meeting on June 18, 2026 at 2:00 PM. The project is structured as a Construction Manager at Risk engagement.

The scope encompasses renovation of the lower level to create a Central Registration Office, conversion of the existing football fieldhouse for Transitional Academy classroom spaces, and construction of a new facilities office shop. Site work includes grading, paving, storm drainage, erosion control with detention pond, landscaping, and parking modifications. Interior scope includes HVAC system modifications with building automation integration, LED lighting with occupancy sensors, low-voltage systems (data and security), plumbing, and fire protection modifications.

The anticipated total project cost ranges from $30 million to $36 million. Fee proposals must include a pre-construction fee amount and a construction fee expressed as a percentage of cost of work and overhead costs. Proposals consist of one unbound original and three bound copies plus electronic media in Adobe PDF format, with the fee schedule submitted separately.

The contractor must hold a valid Georgia General Contractor License, maintain a current ratio of 1.0 or higher, and an Experience Modification Rating of 1.2 or less. Bonding capacity must cover the full project amount through a Department of Treasury-approved surety with A.M. Best rating of A- or better. Required insurance includes Commercial General Liability ($1 million per occurrence / $2 million aggregate), Commercial Umbrella Liability ($5 million), Professional Liability ($1 million), and Workers' Compensation per Georgia statute, with all carriers licensed in Georgia and rated A or higher by A.M. Best.

Evaluation allocates 0–15 points for firm stability, 0–30 points for relevant project experience, 0–40 points for suitability and management approach, and 0–15 points for fee proposals. Questions are due July 1, 2026 by 3:00 PM. Interviews are anticipated for July 17, 2026, with owner notification of the selected firm by July 21. The contract will be executed under AIA Document A133-2019.