RFP: CM/GC Services for 5280 Trail Acoma Street Segment

The City and County of Denver’s Department of Transportation & Infrastructure (DOTI) issued an RFP for Construction Manager/General Contractor (CM/GC) services to develop a two‑block segment of the 5280 Trail on Acoma Street (between 10th and 12th Avenues). The scope includes pre‑construction constructability reviews, value‑engineering, cost estimating, and a Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) proposal for the construction phase, which will create a green public space connecting neighborhoods, arts venues, and open areas. The project is funded through the 2021 RISE Denver General Obligation Bond program and requires a 21 % MWBE participation goal for the construction phase. All proposals were to be submitted electronically via BidNet, with a pre‑qualification requirement of Category 1A Heavy Civil at a $9 million monetary level. SEMA Construction, Inc. was the awardee. • CM/GC delivery method with pre‑construction and construction phases. • MWBE participation goal of 21 % for construction, no set‑aside requirement. • Bid submission deadline July 31 2024; award announced September 25 2024. • Funding from the 2021 RISE Denver Bond Program (a $260 million, 10‑year initiative).