ACM Design/Build Services Pool Conversion into Fitness Center

Allegany College of Maryland is requesting proposals for design/build services to convert a 6,180 square foot indoor, in-ground pool into a fitness center, with sealed bids due August 5, 2026 at 2:00 p.m., a mandatory pre-bid meeting on June 24, 2026 at 10:00 a.m., and questions due July 8, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. EST. Prevailing wages under Maryland DLLR requirements apply to bids at or above $250,000.

The scope is a complete turn-key design/build project including engineering, design, and construction services. Work encompasses pool filling with crushed stone, removal and replacement of aged HVAC equipment and controls, significant mechanical, electrical, and plumbing work, concrete work, drywall installation, construction debris removal, and final cleanup. The selected team will participate in early design phases with College stakeholders to establish project direction. Deliverables include development and 100% draft construction documents, stamped construction documents, construction commencement, and as-built drawings. The project is located at Allegany College of Maryland, Cumberland Campus, 12401 Willowbrook Road, Cumberland, Maryland.

Allegany College of Maryland anticipates proposals will range from $325,000 to $500,000, though respondents are encouraged to submit pricing reflecting scope and requirements. Performance and payment bonds, each in the amount of the full contract price with corporate surety approved by the College, are required. Monthly payments will be made based on percentage completion with five percent retained until project completion and final approvals.

Evaluation will be based on price, project experience, and general exclusions. Bid proposals must include project cost, preliminary project proposal, proposed scope, start date, weekly task descriptions, estimated substantial completion date, preliminary schedule, names and descriptions of all firms and project managers, list of past design/build project experience, percentage of projects completed within budget over the past three years, and past team experience. Three references for similar projects are required. Two add alternates are available: conversion of the wellness center into an athletic trainer office and conversion of a multi-purpose room into an Athletic Director Suite.