GAE-025-CxA GNFA - New Swine/Sheep/Goat Barn & Arena

The Georgia State Financing and Investment Commission (GSFIC), acting on behalf of the Georgia Agricultural Exposition Authority, is seeking a Commissioning Agent for Project No. GAE-025, which involves building a new Sheep, Goat, and Swine Barn at the Georgia National Fairgrounds and Agricenter in Perry, Georgia. The project will construct a 55,000 square foot clear span building divided into a livestock holding area with stalls and a show arena, including improvements to existing drainage and grass parking areas. The Commissioning Agent's primary responsibilities will include ensuring all systems are complete and functioning properly, utilizing the Owner's Project Management Program (E-Builder), and supporting sustainable design principles aligned with the Energy Efficiency & Sustainable Construction Act of 2008. Interested firms must submit their Statement of Qualifications by April 30th, 2025 at 2:00 PM, with qualifications evaluation scheduled for May 7th, 2025. The selection process will be one-step and based on evaluation criteria: 25% for firm stability, 45% for experience and qualifications, and 30% for project suitability. Respondents must have current Commercial General Liability Insurance of at least $1,000,000 per occurrence and professional liability coverage of at least $1,000,000 per occurrence.

The procurement does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The project will utilize a construction manager at-risk (CM/GC) delivery method, with a preliminary State Cost Limitation estimated at $18,500,000. The project aims to pursue Georgia Peach certification, indicating a commitment to sustainable and high-performance building standards. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are mentioned in the provided documentation. The solicitation is open to qualified commissioning firms with demonstrated experience in similar agricultural or large-scale facility projects. The project is located in Henry County, Georgia, and is scheduled to commence in Spring 2025. Prospective respondents should carefully review the Request for Qualifications (RFQ) document and ensure they meet all technical and professional requirements for consideration.