Request for Qualifications for Construction Manager at Risk - Merrill Middle School CTE Addition

The Des Moines Independent Community School District (DMISD) is seeking qualified firms to serve as Construction Manager‑at‑Risk (CMAR) for the Merrill Middle School Career‑Technical Education (CTE) addition. The selected CMAR will be responsible for pre‑construction services, design coordination, cost estimating, scheduling, procurement, and construction management to deliver the project on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. Firms must submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) by the response deadline, demonstrating relevant CMAR experience, financial stability, and ability to work with the district’s construction services team. • Project: Merrill Middle School CTE addition (new classrooms, labs, and support spaces). • Service type: Construction Manager‑at‑Risk (pre‑construction, design‑build coordination, construction). • Required submission: PDF SOQ (including qualifications, past CMAR projects, key personnel, and financial information). • Deadline: 9/14/2026 11:00 AM CT. • Questions due: 9/7/2026 11:00 AM CT. • Primary contact: Sarah Holland, Construction Services, DMISD. • Location: Des Moines, IA. • No public pre‑bid meeting or site visit required.