Request for Competitive Sealed Proposals (One-Step) for Construction Manager-at-Risk Services

Lufkin Independent School District is requesting competitive sealed proposals for Construction Manager-at-Risk services for a new agriculture barn project at Lufkin High School in Angelina County, Texas, with proposals due August 10, 2026 at 2:00 p.m.

The scope includes preconstruction services, construction management services, and general conditions for a new agriculture barn with site improvements and supporting infrastructure at 309 S. Medford Dr, Lufkin, TX 75901. The CMAR must execute AIA Document A133-2019 with LISD modifications and comply with prevailing wage rate requirements. The selected contractor must obtain all required permits, licenses, and insurance, including payment and performance bonds equal to the construction budget.

The estimated construction budget is $3.5 million. The CMAR fee comprises a lump-sum preconstruction component, a percentage-of-cost fee for CMAR services, and general conditions with a not-to-exceed ceiling. Proposals must include 10 percent proposal security of the base proposal amount. Project start is estimated for November 2026, with anticipated completion by December 2027. Funding comes from the May 2026 Bond Referendum.

Selection will be made on a best-value basis using weighted criteria: price (35 points), proposer experience and reputation (30 points), quality of services (15 points), ability to complete on time (5 points), proposed personnel (5 points), financial capability (5 points), warranty claims performance (3 points), and safety record (2 points). Award is contingent on LISD Board of Trustees approval. The architect is McKinely Golden Associates; primary contact is Shane Wright (swright@mckinelygolden.com, 936-875-2320). RFP documents were released August 4, 2026. The procurement is subject to Texas Government Code Chapter 2269, Subchapter F, requirements for CMAR selection.