Construction Management at Risk Services: Switchgear and Electrical Distribution System Replacement at CCBC Essex

Baltimore County is seeking construction management at risk services for a comprehensive electrical infrastructure upgrade project at the Community College of Baltimore County (CCBC) Essex campus. The procurement opportunity, posted on September 23, 2025, with proposals due by October 29, 2025, specifically targets the replacement of switchgear and electrical distribution systems. The project will be executed using AIA Document A133-2019 Standard Form of Agreement between Owner and Construction Manager, indicating a collaborative approach to project delivery. Potential respondents should be prepared to provide comprehensive construction management services, demonstrating expertise in complex electrical system replacements for educational facilities. While specific evaluation criteria are not detailed in the available documentation, respondents will likely be assessed on their technical capabilities, past performance, proposed project approach, and ability to manage a critical infrastructure upgrade with minimal disruption to campus operations.

The contract opportunity does not explicitly outline set-aside designations or specific restrictions for disadvantaged business enterprises. The project is located within Baltimore County and the Edgemont Census Designated Place, suggesting potential local economic participation opportunities. The attached government file, a 76MB PDF titled "2500627_-95__CD-CCBC_Essex-_Elec_SWGR_and_Dist_System_Replacement_Plans", indicates detailed technical specifications are available for review, though the actual file contents were not provided in the initial description. Without precise budget information, interested contractors should anticipate a significant capital investment given the comprehensive nature of electrical infrastructure replacement at an educational institution. Prospective construction management firms should be prepared to demonstrate specialized experience in large-scale electrical system upgrades, particularly in academic campus environments.