Project involves the renovation of Brown Hall, a historic dormitory, in multiple phases. The first phase focuses on mechanical systems, with subsequent phases contingent on state funding, covering fire detection, sprinkler systems, lighting, bathrooms, roofing, windows, kitchens, paint, flooring, and masonry. A single design-build team is intended for all phases. The project delivery approach is Design-Build Guaranteed Maximum Price (DB GMP). Key dates include: submit minimum qualifications by July 24, 2026; mandatory pre-proposal conference and site tour on July 28, 2026; prequalification submittals due August 5, 2026; sealed cost proposals due August 19, 2026; oral interviews August ****, 2026; selection announced August 26, 2026. Minimum requirements include being in business for two years, demonstrated experience managing state DB GMP projects, and specific contracting experience in projects exceeding $8,000,000. Bonding capability up to $4,000,000 is required. Communication outside of the submission process is not permitted. All submittals become property of the state.
The proposal submission deadline for the sealed cost proposal is August 19, 2026, not later than 2 PM MT.
Payment terms are not explicitly detailed in the provided text, but the contract will be a bonded lump sum contract including not-to-exceed reimbursables with a guaranteed maximum price.
The scope of services includes assistance during the warranty period.
Selection and award will be based on a combination of qualifications (70%) and costs (30%), representing the best overall value to the state.
Firms must meet minimum requirements including being in business for two years, demonstrated experience managing state design-build GMP projects, and specific contracting experience in projects of similar scope and complexity for at least two projects each in excess of $8,000,000.
Penalties are not explicitly detailed in the provided text.
A mandatory pre-proposal conference and site tour is scheduled for July 28, 2026, at 8 AM at 33 North Institute, Colorado Springs, CO ****, Argo Hall Conference Room. Attendees must sign in for their submittals to be accepted.
The deadline for requests for clarifications for Step I is July 29, 2026, not later than 2 PM MT.
Late submittals will not be evaluated. Proposals that exceed available funds may be rejected outright. Failure to disclose requested information may result in rejection.
The estimated project cost is $4,030,****.
