The contract is for a Construction Manager at Risk for the Cleveland Metroparks Gorilla Primate RainForest Addition at the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo. The project aims to create a first-class animal welfare and exceptional guest experience environment. The scope of work includes the renovation of the RainForest concept to bring the best gorilla habitat in the world to Cleveland. The contract was awarded to multiple vendors, including AM HIGLEY, TURNER, PANZICA, WHITING TURNER, MAROUS BROS, and PEPPER CONSTR.
• The project requires a team of dynamic, collaborative, and driven project partners to develop and execute a vision with a completely integrated approach.
• The project success will be accomplished through seamless integration of the Zoo Animal Care, Facilities, Education, and Executive teams, Cleveland Zoological Society, and Cleveland Metroparks with the architectural, engineering, and construction management teams.
• The contract was solicited through a Request for Qualifications (RFQu) and the bid results were publicly opened and read.