TCSG-429-CM Gwinnett Technical College - Automotive Building Expansion

The Georgia State Financing and Investment Commission (GSFIC), acting on behalf of the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG), is seeking construction management at risk services for the Gwinnett Technical College Automotive Building Expansion project (Project No. TCSG-429). The procurement is a two-step process designed to select a construction management firm for renovating and expanding the automotive building, with the goal of increasing the institution's educational capacity. The project will include creating three manufacturer-specific labs and approximately 17,000 square feet of new classroom and office spaces, with a specific focus on supporting workforce development, particularly in electric vehicle technologies. Qualifications are due on October 8th, 2025, with finalist interviews scheduled for October 30th, 2025. The evaluation process will comprehensively score submissions across three key areas: qualifications (50 points), project approach (25 points), and overall committee impression (25 points). Additionally, firms will submit fee proposals, which will be scored proportionally (100 points), with the total score determining the selected contractor.

The solicitation encourages participation from small, minority, and woman-owned business enterprises, offering state income tax credits for utilizing qualified minority subcontractors. Firms must meet specific minimum qualifications, including possessing a valid Georgia General Contractor's License, demonstrating sufficient bonding capacity, maintaining commercial liability insurance, and having an Experience Modification Rating of 1.2 or less. The project emphasizes sustainability, requiring Georgia Peach certification and incorporating the Energy Efficiency & Sustainable Construction Act requirements. The preliminary construction cost limitation is estimated at $7,100,000, with construction anticipated to start in the third quarter of 2026. Contractors will be expected to integrate specialized training capabilities and meet industry-specific requirements while adhering to strict sustainability and performance standards. The project represents a significant investment in technical education infrastructure, aimed at preparing students for emerging automotive technologies and industry demands.