CM - request for qualifications - auditoriums

Grand Rapids Public Schools Facilities Management is requesting qualifications for Construction Manager services on City and Burton Auditorium projects in Grand Rapids, Michigan, with proposals due October 27, 2026 at 11:00 AM and an RFI deadline of October 23, 2026 at 10:00 AM.

The scope encompasses construction management for two auditorium renovation projects under a Construction Manager as Constructor delivery method. For the City Auditorium, work includes replacement of carpet, ceiling tile, and lighting, as well as repainting of music rooms. The CM must handle permit submission and associated costs, complete preconstruction planning and cost management, and provide construction oversight. A single superintendent may serve both auditoriums if project schedules permit; rigging work scope documentation is pending finalization. The PSC will complete all required drawings and engineering. The CM must bond only its portion of costs rather than the entire project.

One comprehensive fee proposal must be submitted with fees separated by project. Personnel rates include salaries and mandatory benefits under prevailing wage rules with a 3 percent annual rate increase cap applied after December 31, 2025. General liability insurance applies to the CM's fee only, not to cost of work.

Preconstruction phases are scheduled January 1, 2027 to November 15, 2027 for Burton and January 1, 2027 to approximately June 1, 2027 for City. Construction phases run June 15, 2028 to October 15, 2028 for Burton and June 1, 2027 to October 15, 2027 for City. Estimated total project costs are $320,500 for Burton and $2,722,420 for City, though these reflect example workbook submissions and do not represent final pricing. Evaluation criteria and weighting are established per the original RFQ terms. Addendum 1, posted October 21, 2026, revised the submission deadline and clarified scope, deliverables, and selection methodology. Correct versions of Appendix E (Sample Contract) and Appendix F (Required GRPS Forms) are posted to SIGMA.