J-447-CM - UGA Science & Ag Hill Modernization Phase IV - University of Georgia

The Georgia State Financing and Investment Commission (GSFIC), acting on behalf of the Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia, is seeking construction management at-risk services for Project No. J-447, Science & Ag Hill Modernization Phase IV at the University of Georgia in Athens. The project involves renovating approximately 83,000 gross square feet of interior space in the 1960s high-rise north wing of the Cedar Street Building B, with primary objectives including modernizing research labs, replacing building systems, and improving life safety and accessibility. The procurement will follow a two-step selection method with Statement of Qualifications due on July 24, 2025, and finalist interviews scheduled for August 20, 2025. Evaluation criteria will comprehensively assess firms based on qualifications (50% weight), project approach (25%), and overall impression (25%), followed by a fee proposal scoring process. Design services are expected to begin in August/September 2025, with construction commencing in August/September 2026 and a material completion duration of 16 months. The project requires integration of a Design Professional and Commissioning Agent, with a focus on sustainable design practices.

The procurement emphasizes participation from minority-owned business enterprises (MBE), woman-owned business enterprises (WBE), and small business enterprises (SBE), with potential state income tax credits available for contractors utilizing qualified minority subcontractors. The project will require Georgia Peach certification and compliance with the Energy Efficiency & Sustainable Construction Act of 2008. The preliminary stated cost limitation for the project is $45,500,000, with the final budget subject to potential revisions. The construction manager at-risk (CM/GC) delivery method will be employed, indicating a collaborative approach to project implementation. Contractors should be prepared to demonstrate expertise in large-scale research facility renovations, advanced building systems integration, and sustainable design practices. The project's location in Atkinson County suggests potential local economic impact and opportunities for regional contractors. Interested firms should carefully review the detailed RFQ/RFP documentation and prepare comprehensive submissions that highlight their technical capabilities, previous relevant experience, and commitment to sustainable, efficient construction practices.