J-435-CXA - GSW Natural Sciences Lab Commissioning

The Georgia State Financing and Investment Commission (GSFIC) is seeking building commissioning services for the J-435 Natural Sciences Laboratory Replacement project at Georgia Southwestern State University in Americus, Georgia. This Request for Qualifications (RFQ) solicits professional services for commissioning a new 23,000 gross square foot facility that will replace existing instructional, office, and research spaces. The commissioning effort is structured in two phases: Phase One involves developing Owner's Project Requirements (OPR) and reviewing the Design Professional's Basis of Design (BOD), while Phase Two encompasses comprehensive commissioning services during design, construction, and post-occupancy. Key submission dates include January 30, 2025, at 2:00 PM for questions, and February 13, 2025, at 2:00 PM for Statements of Qualifications, with evaluation scheduled for February 21, 2025. Firms will be evaluated using a weighted criteria system: Stability (25%), Experience & Qualifications (45%), and Suitability (30%), with a focus on demonstrating expertise in building commissioning services.

The project will utilize a construction manager at-risk (CM/GC) delivery method and must incorporate requirements of the Energy Efficiency & Sustainable Construction Act of 2008. While no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are explicitly mentioned in the documentation, the project has a preliminary Stated Cost Limitation (SCL) for construction estimated at $14,600,000, which may be adjusted based on final programmatic requirements and funding availability. The solicitation is open to professional commissioning firms with demonstrated capability to perform comprehensive building commissioning services across design, construction, and post-occupancy phases. Interested firms should carefully review the RFQ document for complete details on submission requirements, qualifications, and project-specific expectations. The project is located in Terrell County, Georgia, and is part of a broader initiative to upgrade and modernize university scientific research facilities.