Owner Project Manager Services - Building Design and Construction

The City of Newport, Rhode Island is seeking an Owner Project Manager (OPM) for the Perrotti Park/Harbormaster Building Design and Construction project through Request for Proposals (RFP #2025-HM-001) under the State of Rhode Island Master Price Agreement (MPA) #430. The procurement solicits comprehensive project management services for designing and constructing a new Harbormaster building, which will be concurrent with replacing steel bulkhead, southern ferry docks, and pilings at Perrotti Park. Proposals are due by 2:00 PM local time on March 11, 2025, and will be evaluated based on a point system considering qualifications, experience, local code knowledge, professional staff background, project performance history, cost estimate accuracy, and community relations capabilities. The OPM will be responsible for developing communication plans, tracking budgets, managing construction contractor selection, overseeing design development, cost estimating, scheduling, construction monitoring, and change order reviews. The total project is scheduled for completion by September 30, 2027, with an approved bond budget of $20 million, specifically allocating $7 million for the building and $13 million for dock/bulkhead infrastructure.

The RFP does not explicitly specify set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The project will utilize an existing Master Price Agreement and requires vendors to demonstrate substantial experience with municipal maritime infrastructure and building construction projects. The solicitation indicates the City reserves the right to reject any proposals and will select the vendor most advantageous to Newport, considering both cost and qualitative factors. While no incumbent vendors are mentioned, the project involves coordination with existing dock and bulkhead construction efforts. Potential respondents should have proven capabilities in maritime municipal construction project management, with specific emphasis on accurately managing complex infrastructure developments. The comprehensive project budget of $20 million represents a significant opportunity for qualified Owner Project Management firms with expertise in coastal municipal construction and detailed project oversight.