Johnston County CMAR Services for DSS Building and Site Improvements RFQ 2026 - NC PIN 260300-75-1412
Johnston CountyCounty · Johnston County, NC- Due
- Sep 16, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 21, 2026
- Primary contact
- Pam Radford
- (919) 989-5195
The 30-second brief
The County of Johnston is seeking a firm to provide Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) services for a new Department of Social Services (DSS) building and related on-site and off-site improvements at US Hwy 70 Business East (NC PIN 260300-75-1412). The project involves a new facility with approximately 139,000 sq ft of occupied space across two floors and 50,000 sq ft of warm shell space. Scope includes preconstruction services (estimating, value engineering, constructability reviews) and construction phase management (subcontractor bidding, scheduling, safety, and quality assurance). The preliminary project budget is $103,600,000. Emailed Statements of Qualifications (SOQ) are due by 3:00pm EDT on September 16, 2026. Written questions must be submitted by September 4, 2026.
Statement of Qualifications, Cover Letter, Surety Letter, Insurance Letter, EMR Rate, Claims History, Resumes, Organization Chart, Site Logistic Plan, Form of Estimate of Construction Cost
CMAR Services Experience and Qualifications (45 points), Project Understanding and Approach (45 points), Submittal Quality and Responsiveness (10 points)
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Summary
The County of Johnston is seeking a firm to provide Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) services for a new Department of Social Services (DSS) building and related on-site and off-site improvements at US Hwy 70 Business East (NC PIN 260300-75-1412).
The project involves a new facility with approximately 139,000 sq ft of occupied space across two floors and 50,000 sq ft of warm shell space. Scope includes preconstruction services (estimating, value engineering, constructability reviews) and construction phase management (subcontractor bidding, scheduling, safety, and quality assurance). The preliminary project budget is $103,600,000. Emailed Statements of Qualifications (SOQ) are due by 3:00pm EDT on September 16, 2026. Written questions must be submitted by September 4, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
10- Statement of Qualifications
- Cover Letter
- Surety Letter
- Insurance Letter
- EMR Rate
- Claims History
- Resumes
- Organization Chart
- Site Logistic Plan
- Form of Estimate of Construction Cost
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Schematic Design Presentation
REQUIRED STAFFING
Project Manager
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Johnston County, NC
- Projected sq ft
- 189,000 sq ft
- Reported agency
- County of Johnston
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Johnston County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 16, 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: [email protected]. For questions, contact Pam Radford.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Johnston 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 Pam Radford at (919) 989-5195. 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: Project Manager. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Statement of Qualifications, Cover Letter, Surety Letter, Insurance Letter, EMR Rate, Claims History, Resumes, Organization Chart, Site Logistic Plan, Form of Estimate of Construction Cost. 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: "CMAR Services Experience and Qualifications (45 points), Project Understanding and Approach (45 points), Submittal Quality and Responsiveness (10 points)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Johnston County?
All active and historical solicitations from Johnston County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Johnston 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: Schematic Design Presentation. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Johnston 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: Johnston County, NC. The total projected area is 189000 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.