CMAR for Grove Creek WPCP

The City of Commerce, Georgia, is seeking a Construction Manager At-Risk (CMAR) for the Grove Creek 1.0 MGD Water Pollution Control Plant (WPCP) project through a competitive Request for Proposals (RFP). The procurement involves comprehensive services including design review, preconstruction services, potential construction, and commissioning of a new wastewater treatment facility with future expansion capabilities to 4.0 MGD. Prospective contractors must demonstrate expertise in municipal water infrastructure development, with the project specifically targeting the region's growing industrial and residential wastewater treatment needs. Key procurement dates include a pre-proposal meeting scheduled for August 7, 2025, with proposal submissions due by August 28, 2025, and shortlist interviews anticipated around September 2, 2025. The project's primary objectives include constructing a new WPCP on a 41.87-acre site and installing approximately 10,500 linear feet of outfall pipeline, with a targeted project completion by December 2027. Evaluation criteria are likely to emphasize technical capabilities, previous experience with similar municipal infrastructure projects, proposed project approach, and demonstrated understanding of the city's specific wastewater treatment requirements.

The procurement appears open to qualified construction management firms without specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises. The project will be funded through an ARPA grant and GEFA loan, with approximately $30,000,000 required to be expended by October 31, 2025. The total estimated construction budget is $38,000,000, representing a significant infrastructure investment driven by the city's expanding industrial workforce, particularly related to developments like the SK Battery America electric vehicle battery manufacturing plant. The current municipal infrastructure includes an existing Northside WPCP with 2.1 MGD capacity, which has experienced monthly flow increases from 0.83 MGD to 1.12 MGD in recent years. Potential respondents should be prepared to integrate with existing municipal systems and demonstrate capabilities in complex water pollution control plant development. The project represents a strategic infrastructure expansion to support continued sewer connections and accommodate the city's projected growth, making it an attractive opportunity for experienced municipal infrastructure contractors with robust engineering and construction management capabilities.