Brandywine School District CM Services for New Bush Early Education Center RFP - BSD270002-CMSERVICES
Brandywine School DistrictSchool · Wilmington, DE- Due
- Nov 4, 2026
- Due today
- Posted
- Oct 15, 2026
- Contract term
- 4 years
- Primary contact
- John Read
The 30-second brief
The Brandywine School District seeks professional pre-construction and construction management services for the new Bush Early Education Center located at 1234 Masters Ln, Wilmington, DE 19810. The project comprises the construction of an approximately 98,000 to 100,000 sq ft, one-story school housing preschool programs, kindergarten rooms, three secure courtyards, and up to 445 parking spaces with bus and student drop-off areas. The overall construction budget is $49,000,000 including contingency, and the selected CM firm will work closely with project architects to provide budgeting, scheduling, and construction oversight. Proposals are due by November 4, 2026, at 1:00 PM local time. Questions are due by October 22, 2026, with responses posted by October 30, 2026. The initial contract term is four years with optional one-year extensions.
Experience and Reputation of the firm(s) (10), Demonstrated Expertise in managing similar projects (20), Experience of proposed project personnel (15), Project Approach (10), The capacity of the project team (10), Demonstrated ability, value and ability to control the construction budget (20), Demonstrated ability to provide timely, on-site services (5), Familiarity with public work and its requirements (10)
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Summary
The Brandywine School District seeks professional pre-construction and construction management services for the new Bush Early Education Center located at 1234 Masters Ln, Wilmington, DE 19810.
The project comprises the construction of an approximately 98,000 to 100,000 sq ft, one-story school housing preschool programs, kindergarten rooms, three secure courtyards, and up to 445 parking spaces with bus and student drop-off areas. The overall construction budget is $49,000,000 including contingency, and the selected CM firm will work closely with project architects to provide budgeting, scheduling, and construction oversight. Proposals are due by November 4, 2026, at 1:00 PM local time. Questions are due by October 22, 2026, with responses posted by October 30, 2026. The initial contract term is four years with optional one-year extensions.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Transmittal Letter
- Non-Collusion Statement
- Exception Form
- Confidentiality Form
- Business Reference Form
- Subcontractor Information Form
- OSD application
- Submit to
- John Read, Brandywine School District, 1000 Pennsylvania Avenue, Claymont, DE 19703
- Duration
- 48 months
- Scope location
- Wilmington, DE
- Projected sq ft
- 98,000 sq ft
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Brandywine School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 4, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: John Read, Brandywine School District, 1000 Pennsylvania Avenue, Claymont, DE 19703. For questions, contact John Read.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Brandywine School District in DE, 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 John Read. 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: "Experience and Reputation of the firm(s) (10), Demonstrated Expertise in managing similar projects (20), Experience of proposed project personnel (15), Project Approach (10), The capacity of the proje..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Brandywine School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Brandywine School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Brandywine School District regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 4 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 4, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
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: Transmittal Letter, Non-Collusion Statement, Exception Form, Confidentiality Form, Business Reference Form, Subcontractor Information Form, OSD application. Review the full document from Brandywine 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: Wilmington, DE. The total projected area is 98000 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.