Request for Proposals- Owner’s Project Manager Services

The Portsmouth School Department is soliciting proposals for Owner's Project Manager (OPM) Services for school facilities capital improvement projects through a qualification-based selection process. The procurement seeks qualified individuals or firms to provide comprehensive project management services supporting the district's Necessity of School Construction Application process. Proposals are due on May 29, 2025 at 3:00 PM, with the district planning to submit a Letter of Intent in July 2025, a Stage I application in September 2025, and a Stage II application in February 2026. The project is tentatively scheduled to begin construction in Summer 2027. Evaluation will be conducted across four key criteria: Staff Qualifications, Capability and Qualifications of the Proposer, Work Plan, and Approach/Methodology, with each category worth 25 points. The selected OPM will be responsible for managing all project aspects, including application submissions, procurement procedures, design reviews, construction monitoring, and post-occupancy activities.

The RFP does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. No incumbent vendors are mentioned in the provided documentation. The selected firm will be required to maintain specific insurance coverage, including general liability, professional liability, and umbrella liability, with the Portsmouth School Department and Town of Portsmouth listed as additional insureds. No explicit budget range or award value is specified in the current documentation. Notably, the procurement process does not require a cost proposal at this initial stage; instead, the district will enter into fee negotiations with the highest-ranked firm after the qualification-based evaluation. The project is located in Newport County, Rhode Island, and will involve comprehensive school facilities capital improvement services across multiple stages of assessment, design, and construction oversight.