Request For Qualifications Construction Manager at Risk Services Sacramento International Airport Pedestrian Walkway from Terminal to Concourse B

The County of Sacramento Department of Airports is seeking a Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) for the Sacramento International Airport Pedestrian Walkway project, connecting Terminal B and Concourse B. This Request for Qualifications (RFQ) solicits a qualified firm to provide comprehensive preconstruction and construction services for a new pedestrian walkway designed to increase airport circulation capabilities during Automated People Mover (APM) outages and support future airport expansion. Key project objectives include creating an ADA-compliant, intuitive wayfinding pathway that architecturally integrates with existing terminal infrastructure while coordinating complex construction around existing roadways, baggage tunnels, and future infrastructure plans. Proposals are due by May 26, 2023, with a mandatory pre-submittal conference required for interested contractors. The project requires a Class B or higher contractor's license and demonstrated experience with CMAR project delivery methods in secured airport environments. Evaluation will follow a three-step process involving qualifications review, interviews, and final selection based on the lowest fee proposal. The Department anticipates construction completion no later than November 2027, with a phased approach beginning July 1, 2024.

The total estimated construction budget is approximately $105 million, with potential federal grant funding for eligible project components. While no specific set-aside designations are mentioned, the procurement emphasizes contractor experience in complex airport infrastructure projects. The CMAR will be responsible for progressive Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) submissions, encompassing both preconstruction services (design review, cost estimating, value engineering) and full construction management. The contract structure includes a preconstruction services phase followed by a comprehensive construction phase, requiring extensive coordination with ongoing airport operations. Contractors must demonstrate capabilities in managing construction within active airport environments, maintaining facility functionality, and integrating new infrastructure with existing terminal systems. The project's unique requirements include careful coordination with existing infrastructure, such as the baggage tunnel, current roadways, and planned future expansions like Concourse C and Lindbergh Drive realignment. No incumbent vendors are specifically identified in the procurement documents.