CM - request for qualifications

Grand Rapids Public Schools is requesting qualifications for Construction Manager services across multiple school projects in Michigan, with qualifications due October 22, 2026. The RFQ covers construction management under a Construction Manager as Constructor (CMc) delivery method for several named projects: Harrison Park Academy ($7.556 million, 172,739 square feet), Campus Elementary, Union High School ($5.327 million, 264,800 square feet), and Union High School Performing Arts ($2.069 million, 264,800 square feet).

Project timelines follow a two-phase delivery: a preconstruction phase running from January 5, 2027 through November 15, 2027, and a construction phase from June 15, 2027 or July 1, 2027 through August 5, 2028 or October 15, 2028, depending on the specific project. The RFQ seeks qualified firms demonstrating technical expertise, financial stability, and relevant experience with educational or institutional construction projects. Respondents must submit comprehensive qualifications addressing organizational capacity, staffing credentials, and project experience aligned with GRPS's capital improvement requirements.

Cost workbooks provided for each project establish standardized financial parameters and cost structures for proposal evaluation. Staffing allocations across projects are minimal, with preconstruction and construction phases each allocated approximately 40 hours at a senior project manager level. Personnel rate increases are capped at 3% annually after December 31, 2025. General liability insurance may be applied only to the Construction Manager's Fee, not to the Cost of the Work. All staffing operates under prevailing wage requirements. The RFQ process allows GRPS to assess vendor capabilities prior to formal contract award, ensuring selection of a qualified partner for construction management support across the district's capital portfolio.