Project management support services new k-8 school

Pitt County Schools is seeking Project Management Support Services for a new K-8 school facility project through a Request for Qualifications (RFQ). The district requires comprehensive project management support for constructing a new school with capacity for 2,315 students, comprising 1,500 middle school and 815 elementary students. Specific deliverables include routine cost monitoring, monthly project status reporting, public relations and community engagement, weekly construction observation, change order management, and assistance with governing body approvals. Key evaluation criteria will focus on firms' qualifications, project experience, organizational capacity, references, and proven ability to manage complex school construction projects. Critical procurement dates include a question deadline of April 17, 2025, proposal submission deadline of April 24, 2025, and official bid opening on April 25, 2025. Proposing firms must submit eight physical copies and a digital thumb drive, with strict instructions to avoid direct contact with other district staff or elected officials.

The procurement encourages participation from small, women-owned, and Historically Underutilized Businesses, with a specific state goal of 10% minority business participation. The project is funded through a public bond referendum from November 2022 and has an estimated total budget of up to $142,000,000. The new school will be located at 1481 NC Highway 210 in Hampstead, North Carolina. While the RFQ does not commit the district to award a contract or cover proposal preparation costs, it represents a significant opportunity for qualified project management firms with expertise in educational facility construction. Prospective respondents should carefully review the full RFQ documentation and ensure their submissions comprehensively address the district's requirements for managing this substantial school construction initiative.