Bartow County School System - Adairsville Primary School CMAR Services - 10-2026-009 (2026)
Bartow County School DistrictSchool · Cartersville, GA- Due
- Apr 30, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Mar 30, 2026
- Primary contact
- Tracey Moss
The 30-second brief
The Bartow County School System is seeking competitive sealed proposals from qualified contractors for Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) services for pre-construction and construction services for a new primary school in Adairsville, GA. The project involves constructing a new 90,000 to 95,000 SF primary school for Preschool through 1st grade, accommodating 600 students, located at 6780 Highway 140, Adairsville, GA 30103. Scope includes general site construction (grading, paving, drainage, playgrounds), a single-story building supporting 42 instructional units, ancillary spaces, and building systems including HVAC (air-cooled chiller, VAV, boilers, DDC controls), electrical, plumbing, and food service. Estimated total cost of work is $30,000,000 to $36,000,000. A mandatory pre-proposal conference is scheduled for April 14, 2026, at 10:00 A.M., with questions due by April 21, 2026, and proposals due by April 30, 2026, at 2:00 P.M. Contract terms will utilize AIA Document A133-2019.
Stability of the firm (0-15 points), Firm’s relevant project experience and qualifications (0-30 points), Firm’s approach to preconstruction services (0-20 points), Firm’s suitability to provide construction services (0-20 points), Firm’s Fee Proposal (0-15 points)
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Summary
The Bartow County School System is seeking competitive sealed proposals from qualified contractors for Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) services for pre-construction and construction services for a new primary school in Adairsville, GA. The project involves constructing a new 90,000 to 95,000 SF primary school for Preschool through 1st grade, accommodating 600 students, located at 6780 Highway 140, Adairsville, GA 30103.
Scope includes general site construction (grading, paving, drainage, playgrounds), a single-story building supporting 42 instructional units, ancillary spaces, and building systems including HVAC (air-cooled chiller, VAV, boilers, DDC controls), electrical, plumbing, and food service. Estimated total cost of work is $30,000,000 to $36,000,000. A mandatory pre-proposal conference is scheduled for April 14, 2026, at 10:00 A.M., with questions due by April 21, 2026, and proposals due by April 30, 2026, at 2:00 P.M. Contract terms will utilize AIA Document A133-2019.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Stability of the firm (0-15 points)
- Firm’s relevant project experience and qualifications (0-30 points)
- Firm’s approach to preconstruction services (0-20 points)
- Firm’s suitability to provide construction services (0-20 points)
- Firm’s Fee Proposal (0-15 points)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
11- IRS Form W9
- E-Verify Form
- Certificate of Insurance
- One-page statement evidencing current ratio
- Letter from surety indicating bonding capacity up to $36
- 000
- 000
- Georgia General Contractor License
- Georgia Certificate of Existence or Certificate of Authority
- Carrier letterhead verifying EMR of 1.2 or less
- Fee Proposal Form
- Submit to
- BCSS Offices, 65 Gilreath Road, Cartersville, GA 30121
- Scope location
- Adairsville, GA
- Projected sq ft
- 95,000 sq ft
- Reported agency
- Bartow County School System
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Bartow County School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 30, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: BCSS Offices, 65 Gilreath Road, Cartersville, GA 30121. For questions, contact Tracey Moss.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Bartow County School District in GA, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Tracey Moss. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Stability of the firm (0-15 points), Firm’s relevant project experience and qualifications (0-30 points), Firm’s approach to preconstruction services (0-20 points), Firm’s suitability to provide const..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Bartow County School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Bartow County School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Bartow County School District regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: IRS Form W9, E-Verify Form, Certificate of Insurance, one-page statement evidencing current ratio, letter from surety indicating bonding capacity up to $36,000,000, Georgia General Contractor License,. Review the full document from Bartow County School District for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Adairsville, GA. The total projected area is 95000 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.