Emergency Construction Manager-at-Risk (CMR) for Structural Repairs to the Magoffin Home Visitor Center State Historic Site in El Paso County, Texas

The Texas Historical Commission (THC) is seeking a Construction Manager-at-Risk (CMR) for structural repairs to the Magoffin Home Visitor Center State Historic Site located in El Paso County, Texas. The project involves comprehensive structural and architectural repairs, including brick removal and replacement, foundation stabilization, and interior architectural finish restoration. Specific work includes repairing cracked masonry walls, reconstructing stone walls, installing helical reinforcement bars, and replacing sealants. The Request for Proposals (RFP #808-25-250510) was issued on November 26, 2024, with proposals due on December 5, 2024, at 2:00 PM Central Time. Evaluation criteria include Base Proposal Price (20 points), Respondent's Comparable Experience (40 points), and Respondent's Assigned Staff Qualifications (40 points). The pre-construction phase is estimated at 120 calendar days, with the Cost of Work baseline established at $250,000. A bid security of $25,000 is required with proposal submissions, and the selected CMR will assist THC and its Architects/Engineers in constructability evaluation, value engineering, project scheduling, and determining the Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP).

The procurement includes specific Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) participation goals of 21.1% for building construction contracts. Contractors must demonstrate the ability to self-perform various construction tasks, including demolition, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, painting, roofing, finish carpentry, masonry construction/preservation, and waterproofing. The project requires comprehensive insurance coverage, including workers' compensation, commercial general liability, and builder's risk insurance. Contractors must provide detailed qualifications, including firm history, financial capabilities, and experience with at least 3-6 similar projects completed within the last five years. The project requires compliance with prevailing wage rates as determined by the U.S. Department of Labor, with minimum wages ranging from $12.00 to $17.20 per hour depending on contract date. Performance and payment bonds will be required, and the contractor must submit various pre-construction submittals within 10 days of the Notice to Proceed, including superintendent qualifications, subcontractor lists, and construction progress schedules.