School District of Escambia County - Construction Manager at Risk Services - Pine Forest High School Gymnasium - 2026
Escambia County Public School - Facilities Planning Dept.School · FL- Due
- Nov 24, 2026
- 11 days left
- Posted
- Oct 26, 2026
- Primary contact
- M. Keith Wasdin
- (850) 469-5669
The 30-second brief
The School District of Escambia County is requesting submittals from qualified Construction Management (CM) firms to provide professional construction management services for the construction of a new 33,000 square foot Gymnasium and locker rooms at Pine Forest High School, located at 2500 Longleaf Drive, Pensacola, Florida. The project delivery method will be Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) with a Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) based on AIA Document A133-2019, and the total estimated construction cost is approximately $12 Million. Submittals are due by 2:00 p.m. local time on Tuesday, November 24, 2026. A mandatory information meeting is scheduled for December 1, 2026, and attendance is required for submittal eligibility. Required qualifications include Florida general or building contractor licensing, bonding capacity verification, AIA Document A305, safety program details, and specific experience with CM at Risk and Owner Direct Purchases (ODP).
Proximity to Facilities Planning (3), Firm Description (6), Relevant Construction Management at Risk Experience (9), Project Staff and Personnel Qualifications (9), Safety Program (6), Owner Direct Purchase Experience (6), Understanding of Project Requirements (9), Construction Approach and Methodology (9), Budget Control (6), Schedule Control (6)
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Summary
The School District of Escambia County is requesting submittals from qualified Construction Management (CM) firms to provide professional construction management services for the construction of a new 33,000 square foot Gymnasium and locker rooms at Pine Forest High School, located at 2500 Longleaf Drive, Pensacola, Florida.
The project delivery method will be Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) with a Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) based on AIA Document A133-2019, and the total estimated construction cost is approximately $12 Million. Submittals are due by 2:00 p.m. local time on Tuesday, November 24, 2026. A mandatory information meeting is scheduled for December 1, 2026, and attendance is required for submittal eligibility. Required qualifications include Florida general or building contractor licensing, bonding capacity verification, AIA Document A305, safety program details, and specific experience with CM at Risk and Owner Direct Purchases (ODP).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Letter of Interest, signed Affidavit Form (Attachment A), signed Public Entity Crimes Statement (Attachment B), signed Certification Regarding Debarment (Attachment C), signed Jessica Lunsford Act (Attachment D), copy of unexpired certificate issued by the Florida Construction Industry Licensing Board, completed AIA Document A305 2020 Edition Contractor's Qualification Statement, written verification of bonding capacity, certificates of insurance, list of pending/past litigation, firm description and organizational chart, relevant CM at Risk experience and references, project staff and personnel qualifications and resumes, safety program details and E.M.R. rating, Owner Direct Purchase experience, signed addenda
- Submit to
- Office of M. Keith Wasdin, Director of Facilities Planning, The School District of Escambia County, 30 E. Texar, Room 158, Pensacola, Florida 32503
- Scope location
- Pensacola, Florida
- Reported agency
- School District of Escambia County
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Escambia County Public School - Facilities Planning Dept.?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 24, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Office of M. Keith Wasdin, Director of Facilities Planning, The School District of Escambia County, 30 E. Texar, Room 158, Pensacola, Florida 32503. For questions, contact M. Keith Wasdin.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Escambia County Public School - Facilities Planning Dept. 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 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 M. Keith Wasdin at (850) 469-5669. 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: "Proximity to Facilities Planning (3), Firm Description (6), Relevant Construction Management at Risk Experience (9), Project Staff and Personnel Qualifications (9), Safety Program (6), Owner Direct Pu..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Escambia County Public School - Facilities Planning Dept.?
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 24, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
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: Letter of Interest, signed Affidavit Form (Attachment A), signed Public Entity Crimes Statement (Attachment B), signed Certification Regarding Debarment (Attachment C), signed Jessica Lunsford Act (At. Review the full document from Escambia County Public School - Facilities Planning Dept. for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Pensacola, Florida. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
