UNC Charlotte

The University of North Carolina at Charlotte (UNC Charlotte) is seeking a Construction Manager-at-Risk (CMR) firm for the Prospector Dining Mid-Level Refresh project located in Mecklenburg County, Charlotte. The procurement involves comprehensive interior renovation of approximately 8,592 square feet of dining space, with key deliverables including complete interior demolition, new construction, installation of updated flooring, lighting, seating options, and replacement of food service equipment. The project also encompasses mechanical, electrical, distribution, and exhaust system upgrades. A mandatory pre-proposal meeting is scheduled for 07/09/2025 at 9:00 am in the Smith Building, Room 201, with proposals due by 07/22/2025. Interested contractors must submit proposals to La'Keya Hewlin at the UNC Charlotte Facilities Management-Project Management office, located at 9151 Cameron Blvd., Charlotte NC 28223-0001. The project manager, Amanda Felock, can be contacted at afelock@charlotte.edu for additional information, and detailed project specifications are available through a provided shortened URL.

The total project budget is $8,560,000, indicating a substantial investment in dining facility modernization. While the solicitation documents do not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged business enterprises, potential bidders should review the full solicitation for any specific qualification requirements. No incumbent vendors are referenced in the available documentation. The project appears to be a comprehensive renovation that will require integration with existing university infrastructure and careful coordination with campus dining operations. Prospective CMR firms should have demonstrated experience in higher education dining facility renovations, strong project management capabilities, and the ability to execute complex interior reconstruction projects within an active campus environment. Contractors will need to demonstrate technical expertise in food service equipment installation, mechanical and electrical systems upgrades, and the ability to complete the project within the specified budget and timeline.