The City of Phoenix is seeking a qualified Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) to provide pre‑construction and full construction services for the North Gateway Water Reclamation Plant (NGWRP). The project will treat up to 8 million gallons per day and includes both potable and non‑potable water production, advanced treatment processes, and extensive off‑site water‑sewer infrastructure. The CMAR will assume risk under a Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) contract, manage subcontractor selection, ensure compliance with federal Davis‑Bacon, Buy‑America, and other regulations, and deliver the project on schedule and within budget (estimated construction cost ≥ $400 million). The solicitation is an RFQ; firms must submit a Statement of Qualifications by 2 pm on September 18, 2026 after attending (or reviewing minutes of) a pre‑submittal meeting on September 2, 2026.
• Scope includes detailed cost estimating, scheduling, constructability reviews, value engineering, long‑lead procurement, SBE participation, and full construction delivery.
• Required deliverables: GMP proposals, quality control, safety management, commissioning, O&M manuals, training, and electronic record‑keeping via UNIFIER.
• Evaluation based on firm experience, key personnel qualifications, project management approach, and safety/quality programs.
• Project funded partially by the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation; compliance with federal regulations mandatory.