RFQ - Construction Project Manager - 2021 G. O. Bond

The state and local contract opportunity is a Request for Proposal (RFP) issued by Jefferson County School District 509J for a Construction Project Manager to oversee their 2021 General Obligation Bond program. The procurement spans jurisdictions including Josephine County and Mcminnville City in Oregon, with proposals due by December 30, 2021, at 5:00 PM PST. The district is seeking a qualified project management firm to administer a $28 million bond program that encompasses comprehensive capital improvements across district facilities. Key project objectives include managing upgrades to security systems, conducting asbestos abatement, implementing HVAC improvements, replacing roofs, completing ADA upgrades, and expanding vocational and early learning program spaces. Evaluation criteria will focus on the firm's demonstrated experience with public K-12 construction projects, personnel qualifications, proposed management approach, local knowledge, and competitive fee structure. The selected firm will be responsible for developing a comprehensive project management plan, assisting with consultant and contractor selection, managing budgets, performing value engineering, obtaining permit approvals, and coordinating overall bond program execution.

While the provided documentation does not explicitly detail set-aside designations or specific enterprise restrictions, the RFP implies a competitive selection process open to qualified professional project management firms with strong K-12 construction expertise. The district reserves the right to reject any or all proposals and to negotiate a satisfactory contract with the top-ranked firm. The total bond program value is $28 million, which suggests a substantial potential contract value for the selected project management firm. Proposals must be submitted through the secure online platform at https://colbisecurebids.com/o/509j/GOBond2021-#1, indicating a digital submission requirement. The procurement appears to be structured as a comprehensive professional services contract with potential for multi-year engagement throughout the bond program's implementation. The successful respondent will need to demonstrate significant experience in educational facility construction management, with a proven track record of successfully delivering complex capital improvement programs in public school settings.