UNC Wilmington

The University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW) is seeking a Construction Manager-at-Risk (CMR) for the Integrated Science and Technology (ISAT) Building project located on the main campus. The procurement involves constructing a new 90,000 square foot facility designed to support interdisciplinary academic programs including general sciences, health science, medical education, engineering, technology, information sciences, and computing. The project will utilize a collaborative, active learning environment with integrated collaborative areas, makerspaces, and technology-rich instructional spaces. A pre-proposal meeting is scheduled for 07/10/2025 at 10:00 am, with electronic and hard copy submissions accepted until 5:00 pm EST on 07/28/2025. Proposals should be submitted to the Office of Facilities, Office 104, with primary contact Heather Peedin and project manager Nicholas Troutman, who can be reached at (910) 962-7560. The solicitation seeks a construction manager capable of delivering a sophisticated academic facility that integrates diverse academic disciplines and technological capabilities. Electronic submittals are preferred, though hard copies will be accepted.

The current project has $8 million authorized for advance planning, design, and preconstruction services, with a total project budget of $83 million. The university reserves the option to retain the selected firm through full design and construction phases. While no specific set-aside designations or disadvantaged enterprise requirements are explicitly mentioned in the provided documentation, potential respondents should be prepared to demonstrate substantial experience in complex academic facility construction. The project is located in New Hanover County, North Carolina, and will require a sophisticated understanding of higher education facility design and construction methodologies. The Construction Manager-at-Risk delivery method suggests the selected vendor will be responsible for both preconstruction and construction services, working collaboratively with the university to manage project costs, timeline, and technical specifications. Potential bidders should have extensive experience in creating high-performance, technologically advanced academic research and instructional spaces.