Description
The Atlanta Independent School System (APS) is soliciting a Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) to provide comprehensive pre‑construction and construction services for building‑systems upgrades at three K‑12 facilities: Parkside Elementary, Heritage Academy, and Hollis Innovation Academy. The scope includes HVAC replacement, roof and structural work, storm‑water management, and related mechanical/electrical upgrades, with a total cost limitation of approximately $14.8 million. APS will award a lump‑sum contract for pre‑construction services, followed by a Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) for the construction phase. The project timeline runs from August 2026 (RFP release) through an anticipated substantial completion by June 30 2027. Bidders must submit online proposals, attend an optional pre‑proposal conference, and comply with APS’s MWBE outreach and licensing requirements.
• Location: Atlanta, GA (three school sites)
• Contract type: CMAR – pre‑construction services (lump‑sum) + construction phase (GMP)
• Estimated total project cost: $14.8 M (cost caps per site: $4.18 M, $5.04 M, $5.62 M)
• Key deliverables: HVAC system replacement, roof replacement, water‑source heat pump upgrades, storm‑water management, controls integration, and related site improvements
• Schedule: RFP release 08/18/2026 → Pre‑proposal conference 08/26/2026 → Question deadline 08/31/2026 → Proposal due 09/16/2026 → Award recommendation 10/05/2026 → Substantial completion 06/30/2027
• Mandatory requirements: General Contractor’s license, MWBE outreach, insurance/bonds, online submission via Bonfire, mandatory forms and certifications.