RFQ for Construction Manager at Risk for the new Harnett County Adoption Center

Harnett County, North Carolina has issued a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) seeking a Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) for a new Animal Services Adoption Center project located at 3708 US 421N in Lillington. The procurement will result in constructing a 15,000 square foot facility encompassing animal intake, kenneling, surgery, recovery, office spaces, and related activities, alongside 12,000-15,000 square feet of outdoor areas with livestock corrals, canine play areas, and secured storage facilities. Proposers must be licensed general contractors in North Carolina and will be evaluated based on qualifications, experience, project understanding, schedule adherence, prior successes, financial strength, and commitment to local and minority participation. The RFQ was released on July 29, 2025, with proposals due by August 29, 2025 at 3:00 PM, and the anticipated construction timeline spans from June 2026 to June 2027. Key deliverables include preconstruction services, cost estimating, value engineering, constructability reviews, scheduling, and comprehensive project management throughout design and construction phases.

The county specifically encourages participation by Disadvantaged Business Enterprises and seeks a CMAR team with demonstrated experience in similar projects. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the project reflects Harnett County's strategic response to its rapidly growing population, which increased by 18.6% between 2010 and 2020 and is projected to grow an additional 14% by 2030. The procurement appears open to qualified general contractors with significant experience in municipal and animal services facility construction. No incumbent vendors are mentioned in the available documentation. The project represents a significant municipal infrastructure investment aimed at supporting the county's expanding population and improving animal services capabilities. Proposers will need to demonstrate not only technical competence but also a commitment to local economic participation and minority business engagement.