Construction project management services for the franklin county career and technical education and emergency services center

Franklin County, Virginia is requesting proposals for construction project management services for a new Career and Technical Education and Emergency Services Center, with sealed proposals due October 16, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. at the Franklin County Government Center in Rocky Mount. Preference is given to firms with documented experience on at least five public middle or high school projects completed in Virginia, particularly those with Career and Technical Education spaces.

The scope encompasses preconstruction and construction phase management services, including assistance with architect and engineering selection, design review, constructability analysis, budget management, scheduling, quality oversight, commissioning of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems, and comprehensive construction administration. The contract term extends through completion of the newly constructed center and any related construction, with an option to continue services for additional associated projects.

The current project budget is estimated at $50 to $75 million, though the facility remains in early conceptual design stages and the project schedule has not yet been finalized. Proposals will be evaluated on responsiveness and responsible determination (20 points), qualifications and experience (45 points), availability (25 points), and references (10 points), for a total of 100 points. The County will negotiate with two or more qualified offerors before making a final award determination, with price as a consideration but not necessarily the sole determining factor.

Proposers must submit six hard copies and one electronic copy organized according to RFP specifications and bound in a single volume. Offerors must provide evidence of financial capability, identify all subcontractors and key personnel, demonstrate experience with fast-track and phased construction, and furnish four recent client references from educational or governmental entities. The County retains the right to conduct oral presentations with selected offerors and to reject any proposals or cancel the RFP at its discretion. Any addenda will be posted on the Franklin County website.