Pender County Schools - Pender High School Food Lab Renovation CMAR Services - 2026
Pender County SchoolsSchool · Burgaw, NC- Due
- Sep 21, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 10, 2026
- Duration
- 3 months
- Primary contact
- William Nelson
The 30-second brief
Pender County Schools is soliciting Statements of Qualifications from qualified Construction Manager-at-Risk (CMR) firms to provide preconstruction and construction services for the Pender High School Food Lab Renovation located in Burgaw, North Carolina. The project involves renovating an existing classroom area into a modern Food Lab instructional space, including demolition, new instructional kitchen stations, plumbing modifications, mechanical and exhaust systems, electrical and technology upgrades, interior finishes, casework and equipment installation, and code and accessibility improvements. Preconstruction services include cost estimating, schedule development, constructability reviews, value engineering, and logistics planning, followed by construction management under a Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP). Submissions are due by 2:00 PM EST on September 21, 2026, delivered electronically as a PDF to William Nelson, Director of Construction and Safety.
Relevant K-12 Experience (30), Qualifications of Proposed Team (25), Project Approach (20), CM-at-Risk Experience (15), References (10)
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Summary
Pender County Schools is soliciting Statements of Qualifications from qualified Construction Manager-at-Risk (CMR) firms to provide preconstruction and construction services for the Pender High School Food Lab Renovation located in Burgaw, North Carolina.
The project involves renovating an existing classroom area into a modern Food Lab instructional space, including demolition, new instructional kitchen stations, plumbing modifications, mechanical and exhaust systems, electrical and technology upgrades, interior finishes, casework and equipment installation, and code and accessibility improvements. Preconstruction services include cost estimating, schedule development, constructability reviews, value engineering, and logistics planning, followed by construction management under a Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP). Submissions are due by 2:00 PM EST on September 21, 2026, delivered electronically as a PDF to William Nelson, Director of Construction and Safety.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Cover Letter
- Confirmation of North Carolina General Contractor license
- Confirmation of ability to provide bonding
- Relevant Experience
- Proposed Project Team
- Project Approach
- References
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Burgaw, NC
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Pender County Schools?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 21, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact William Nelson.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Pender County Schools 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 William Nelson. 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: "Relevant K-12 Experience (30), Qualifications of Proposed Team (25), Project Approach (20), CM-at-Risk Experience (15), References (10)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Pender County Schools?
All active and historical solicitations from Pender County Schools are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Pender County Schools 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 3 months. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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: Cover Letter, Confirmation of North Carolina General Contractor license, Confirmation of ability to provide bonding, Relevant Experience, Proposed Project Team, Project Approach, References. Review the full document from Pender County Schools for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Burgaw, NC. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.