Houston County School District - Construction Professional Services for Houston County Arts Center - RFP 2026
Houston County School DistrictSchool · Perry, GA- Due
- Oct 22, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 14, 2026
- Contract term
- 2 years
- Primary contact
- Forrest Walker
- (770) 674-2600
The 30-second brief
The Houston County School District is soliciting proposals from Construction Professionals/firms for Construction Professional (CP) services for the construction of the new Houston County Arts Center using the Construction Manager at Risk (CM at Risk) delivery method. The project scope includes the construction of an arts center on land owned by the District featuring a 3,000-seat main theater with balcony seating, a 200-seat black box theater, a large flexible classroom with support spaces, and site work including a parking lot, drop-off zone, loading dock, and associated amenities. The preliminary construction budget is approximately $50,000,000. Proposals are due by October 22, 2026, at 2:00 pm. Written questions are due by October 6, 2026. The contract format will be an Actual Cost plus a Fixed or percentage Fee not to exceed a Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) Agreement.
Construction Professional Services, Preconstruction Services, Construction Management Services, Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) Proposal, Fee Proposal, Construction General Conditions
Fee Proposal (20pts), Previous record as CM-at-Risk providing services with a GMP and GDD (20pts), Project Approach and Management Plan (20pts), Composition and qualifications of designated staff (20pts), Previous record and experience within 100 miles of Perry, GA (10pts), References (10pts)
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Summary
The Houston County School District is soliciting proposals from Construction Professionals/firms for Construction Professional (CP) services for the construction of the new Houston County Arts Center using the Construction Manager at Risk (CM at Risk) delivery method.
The project scope includes the construction of an arts center on land owned by the District featuring a 3,000-seat main theater with balcony seating, a 200-seat black box theater, a large flexible classroom with support spaces, and site work including a parking lot, drop-off zone, loading dock, and associated amenities. The preliminary construction budget is approximately $50,000,000. Proposals are due by October 22, 2026, at 2:00 pm. Written questions are due by October 6, 2026. The contract format will be an Actual Cost plus a Fixed or percentage Fee not to exceed a Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) Agreement.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Fee Proposal (20pts), Previous record as CM-at-Risk providing services with a GMP and GDD (20pts), Project Approach and Management Plan (20pts), Composition and qualifications of designated staff (20pts), Previous record and experience within 100 miles of Perry, GA (10pts), References (10pts)
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Construction Professional Services
- Preconstruction Services
- Construction Management Services
- Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) Proposal
- Fee Proposal
- Construction General Conditions
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Fee Proposal
- Sworn statement attesting to compliance with minimum criteria
- Bonding capacity letter
- Contractor's Public Liability Insurance certificate
- GC license
- Business license
- Georgia Certificate of Existence
- E-Verify Affidavit
REQUIRED STAFFING
13- Submit to
- Houston County School District, Attn: Mr. Forrest Walker, Director of Facilities, P.O. Box 1850, Building A, 1200 Main St., Perry, GA 31069
- Duration
- 24 months
- Scope location
- Perry, GA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Houston County School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 22, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Houston County School District, Attn: Mr. Forrest Walker, Director of Facilities, P.O. Box 1850, Building A, 1200 Main St., Perry, GA 31069. For questions, contact Forrest Walker.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Houston 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 Forrest Walker at (770) 674-2600. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: Senior Project Mgr., Project Mgr., Preconstruction Manager, Project Supt., Cost Control, Scheduling, Secretary, Consultant, Project Engineer, Office Engineer, Safety Engineer, Purchasing, Project Accountant. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Construction Professional Services, Preconstruction Services, Construction Management Services, Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) Proposal, Fee Proposal, Construction General Conditions. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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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: "Fee Proposal (20pts), Previous record as CM-at-Risk providing services with a GMP and GDD (20pts), Project Approach and Management Plan (20pts), Composition and qualifications of designated staff (20p..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Houston County School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Houston County School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Houston County 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 2 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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: Fee Proposal, Sworn statement attesting to compliance with minimum criteria, Bonding capacity letter, Contractor's Public Liability Insurance certificate, GC license, business license, Georgia Certifi. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Houston 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: Perry, GA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.