Interdisciplinary Research Building Replacement of the Fire Alarm System

The Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia on behalf of Augusta University is requesting proposals for Construction Manager at Risk (CM/GC) services for replacement of the fire alarm system in the Interdisciplinary Research Building, with proposals due November 23, 2026 and finalist interviews on December 3, 2026. Statements of qualifications are due October 5, 2026, and a mandatory pre-proposal site visit is scheduled for November 5, 2026.

The scope covers replacement of the existing fire alarm panel, sensors, horns, strobes, detectors, and communication backbone in the 211,000 gross square foot Interdisciplinary Research Building (built 1995), which houses approximately 25% of the Health Science campus's research laboratory, lab service, and animal facilities, with integration of the new system into the existing campus fire alarm mesh network and incorporation of sustainable design concepts.

Minimum qualifications for CM/GC firms include current Georgia General Contractor licensure, bonding capacity equal to or greater than the stated cost limitation, liability insurance with A.M. Best rating of "A-" or better, current ratio of 1.0 or higher, Experience Modification Rating (EMR) of 1.2 or less for three years, and no default on public works contracts within the past five years. The CM/GC shall not be eligible to bid on any construction or subcontracts without specific approval from Georgia Statewide Facilities and Infrastructure Commission. Compliance with Georgia Immigration Reform requirements (E-Verify) is mandatory for the contractor and all subcontractors.

The preliminary stated cost limitation is $3.67 million. The contract structure is Actual Cost plus Fixed Fee not to exceed a Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP), with an open-book format where all savings, including unused contingency, are returned to the owner. The design professional is anticipated to commence services November 1, 2026, with construction documents completed by June 2027 and construction commencement anticipated in August 2027. Step I evaluation (RFQ) weights firm stability at 25%, relevant project experience and public sector work at 45%, and project suitability at 30%. Step II evaluation (RFP) weights previous performance at 15%, relevant experience and qualifications of the proposed project team at 20%, quality of the management plan at 15%, methodology presented during interview at 25%, and team communications and project solutions at 25%. Questions are due November 16, 2026.