Graham County Construction Manager at Risk for Courts Facility RFQ 2026 - Graham County Justice Center Phase 1
Graham CountyCounty · Graham County, NC- Due
- Oct 23, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 28, 2026
- Primary contact
- Brady Cody
- (828) 479-7983
The 30-second brief
Graham County, North Carolina requests qualifications from experienced firms for Construction Manager at Risk (CMR) services for the new construction of the Graham County Justice Center – Phase 1: Courts Facility in Robbinsville, NC. The estimated construction cost is $9–11 million for a two-story Courts Facility building including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, structural, electronic security, AV equipment, data, interior/exterior finishes, envelope, and parking. The CMR will provide pre-construction programming, cost estimates, schedules, and bid administration for trade contractor bidding. Submissions are due no later than 2:00 PM Eastern on October 23, 2026, requiring six hard copies submitted to Brady Cody, County Manager, 12 North Main Street, Robbinsville, NC 28771. Respondents must be licensed General Contractors in North Carolina and provide surety bond verification, financial statements, and minority participation plans.
Experience and Structure of Business 30, Construction Manager at Risk Experience and Qualifications 25, Project Team and Availability of Resources 25, Overall Project Approach 20
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Summary
Graham County, North Carolina requests qualifications from experienced firms for Construction Manager at Risk (CMR) services for the new construction of the Graham County Justice Center – Phase 1: Courts Facility in Robbinsville, NC. The estimated construction cost is $9–11 million for a two-story Courts Facility building including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, structural, electronic security, AV equipment, data, interior/exterior finishes, envelope, and parking.
The CMR will provide pre-construction programming, cost estimates, schedules, and bid administration for trade contractor bidding. Submissions are due no later than 2:00 PM Eastern on October 23, 2026, requiring six hard copies submitted to Brady Cody, County Manager, 12 North Main Street, Robbinsville, NC 28771. Respondents must be licensed General Contractors in North Carolina and provide surety bond verification, financial statements, and minority participation plans.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Experience and Structure of Business 30
- Construction Manager at Risk Experience and Qualifications 25
- Project Team and Availability of Resources 25
- Overall Project Approach 20
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Latest balance sheet and income statement
- Letter from Surety Company
- Project owner references
- Resumes and references
- Project organizational chart
- Minority and other HUB participation plan
- Verification form
- Submit to
- 12 North Main Street, Robbinsville, NC 28771
- Scope location
- Robbinsville, NC
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Graham County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 23, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: 12 North Main Street, Robbinsville, NC 28771. For questions, contact Brady Cody.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Graham County in NC, 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 RFQ 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 Brady Cody at (828) 479-7983. 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 Structure of Business 30, Construction Manager at Risk Experience and Qualifications 25, Project Team and Availability of Resources 25, Overall Project Approach 20" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Graham County?
All active and historical solicitations from Graham County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Graham County 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 RFQ?
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: latest balance sheet and income statement, letter from Surety Company, project owner references, resumes and references, project organizational chart, minority and other HUB participation plan, verifi. Review the full document from Graham County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Robbinsville, NC. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.