CLSU J-475-DB Campus Infrastructure Phase III

The Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia is requesting qualifications and fee proposals for design-build services for Campus Infrastructure Phase III (Project No. J-475-DB) at Clayton State University in Morrow, Georgia, with Statements of Qualifications due September 15, 2026 by 2:00 PM and a mandatory pre-proposal site visit for finalists on September 30, 2026.

The scope encompasses utility system renewal and upgrades across the 163-acre campus, including domestic water, sewer, and storm water systems, plus updated GIS as-built drawings. The design-build delivery method requires a team with a design principal, general contractor, or construction manager. All work must comply with the Energy Efficiency & Sustainable Construction Act (SB 130); LEED certification is not required.

The Guaranteed Maximum Price is estimated at $3.1 million with a preliminary stated cost limitation of $2.85 million, subject to revision based on final programmatic requirements and funding availability. A projected design fee of $1.231 million is indicated in the cost matrix. Design-build services are anticipated to commence Fall 2026 with construction documents completed Summer 2027, contingent on funding availability.

Minimum qualifications require no current debarment or suspension, bonding capacity equal to or greater than the preliminary stated cost limitation, a current Georgia General Contractor's license and Certificate of Existence, liability insurance meeting specified requirements, a current ratio of 1.0 or higher, and an Experience Modification Rate of 1.2 or less. All proposers must complete a Proposer's Disclosure Statement and a notarized Certification Form affirming truthfulness and absence of criminal convictions, professional discipline, or prior default on government contracts within five years. A notarized Contractor Affidavit verifying E-Verify registration is mandatory for all contractors and subcontractors performing physical services.

Evaluation criteria weight relevant project experience and qualifications at 45%, firm stability at 25%, and suitability for the project at 30%. Qualifications submittals are limited to 50 pages in PDF format. Finalist notification is expected September 16–24, 2026; fee proposals from finalists are due October 13, 2026 by 2:00 PM, with finalist interviews on October 14, 2026. Questions regarding the RFQ are due before the site visit.