Polk County RFP 26-292 Construction Manager At Risk for new Kathleen Government Center 2026
Polk CountyCounty · Bartow, FL- Due
- Jul 1, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jul 1, 2026
- Primary contact
- Brad Howard
- (863) 534-6757
The 30-second brief
Polk County is soliciting proposals for Construction Management at Risk (CMAR) services for the new Kathleen Government Center, a projected 70,000-75,000 sq ft facility on a 27-acre site. Proposals are due July 1, 2026.
Executive Summary, Approach to the Project, Experience and Expertise, Scheduling and Cost Control, Polk County Entity documentation, W/MBE Certification, Timely Completions of Projects, Surveys of Past Performance
Approach to Project (30), Experience and Expertise (25), Scheduling and Cost Control (20), Surveys of Past Performance (10), Local (5), W/MBE Certification (5), Timely Completion (5)
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Summary
Polk County is soliciting proposals for Construction Management at Risk (CMAR) services for the new Kathleen Government Center, a projected 70,000-75,000 sq ft facility on a 27-acre site. Proposals are due July 1, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
8- Executive Summary
- Approach to the Project
- Experience and Expertise
- Scheduling and Cost Control
- Polk County Entity documentation
- W/MBE Certification
- Timely Completions of Projects
- Surveys of Past Performance
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
9- State of Florida General Contractors license
- Polk County Local Business Tax Receipt
- Organizational Chart
- Resumes
- Sample Schedule
- Cost Control Reports
- Performance Surveys
- Affidavit Certification Immigration Laws
- E-Verify Certification
- Submit to
- See individual bid form at https://www.polkfl.gov/bid-form/rfp-26-290-2/
- Scope location
- Bartow, FL
- Projected sq ft
- 75,000 sq ft
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Polk County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is July 1, 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: See individual bid form at https://www.polkfl.gov/bid-form/rfp-26-290-2/. For questions, contact Brad Howard.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Polk County in FL, 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 Brad Howard at (863) 534-6757. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Executive Summary, Approach to the Project, Experience and Expertise, Scheduling and Cost Control, Polk County Entity documentation, W/MBE Certification, Timely Completions of Projects, Surveys of Past Performance. 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: "Approach to Project (30), Experience and Expertise (25), Scheduling and Cost Control (20), Surveys of Past Performance (10), Local (5), W/MBE Certification (5), Timely Completion (5)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Polk County?
All active and historical solicitations from Polk County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Polk 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 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: State of Florida General Contractors license, Polk County Local Business Tax Receipt, Organizational Chart, Resumes, Sample Schedule, Cost Control Reports, Performance Surveys, Affidavit Certification. Review the full document from Polk 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: Bartow, FL. The total projected area is 75000 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.