Stephens County Board of Education - Construction Professional Services for Stephens County Schools 2026 Renovations and Modifications RFP 2026
Stephens County School DistrictSchool · Toccoa, GA- Due
- Oct 9, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Duration
- 39 months
- Primary contact
- John Stith
The 30-second brief
The Stephens County Board of Education is soliciting proposals from qualified Construction Professionals (CP) for Construction Manager-at-Risk (CM @ Risk) services for the Stephens County Schools 2026 Renovations and Modifications Districtwide Projects in Toccoa, Georgia. The preliminary estimated construction budget is $20 million to $26 million, funded with ESPLOST funds. Scope of work includes districtwide renovations, fire-alarm system replacements and upgrades at Liberty Elementary School, Toccoa Elementary School, Big A Elementary School, Stephens County Advancement Academy, Stephens County High School campus, and Board of Education office; athletic-facility improvements at Stephens County Middle School and Stephens County High School; Stephens County Middle School roof and HVAC improvements; districtwide bathroom and front-office renovations; paving improvements; and STEM labs at elementary schools. The first priority is fire-alarm work at Stephens County High School with work desired to begin as close to December 2026 as practicable, and overall substantial completion by December 2029. Proposal packages are due by October 9, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. Evaluation criteria include firm stability (10%), relevant project experience and qualifications (20%), capacity, availability and readiness for expedited project initiation (15%), proposed project team experience (20%), districtwide facility condition assessment and long-range capital planning (15%), and fee proposal (20%).
Construction Professional Services (CP), Preconstruction services, Construction management, Districtwide facility condition assessment and long-range capital plan, Fire-alarm system replacements and upgrades, Athletic-facility improvements, Roof and HVAC improvements, Bathroom and front-office renovations, Paving improvements, STEM labs
Stability of the firm (10%), Firm's Relevant Project Experience and Qualifications (20%), Firm's Capacity, Availability, and Readiness for Expedited Project Initiation (15%), Proposed Project Team's Relevant Experience and Qualifications (20%), Districtwide Facility Condition Assessment and Long-Range Capital Planning (15%), Evaluation of the submitted Fee Proposal (20%)
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Summary
The Stephens County Board of Education is soliciting proposals from qualified Construction Professionals (CP) for Construction Manager-at-Risk (CM @ Risk) services for the Stephens County Schools 2026 Renovations and Modifications Districtwide Projects in Toccoa, Georgia.
The preliminary estimated construction budget is $20 million to $26 million, funded with ESPLOST funds. Scope of work includes districtwide renovations, fire-alarm system replacements and upgrades at Liberty Elementary School, Toccoa Elementary School, Big A Elementary School, Stephens County Advancement Academy, Stephens County High School campus, and Board of Education office; athletic-facility improvements at Stephens County Middle School and Stephens County High School; Stephens County Middle School roof and HVAC improvements; districtwide bathroom and front-office renovations; paving improvements; and STEM labs at elementary schools. The first priority is fire-alarm work at Stephens County High School with work desired to begin as close to December 2026 as practicable, and overall substantial completion by December 2029. Proposal packages are due by October 9, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. Evaluation criteria include firm stability (10%), relevant project experience and qualifications (20%), capacity, availability and readiness for expedited project initiation (15%), proposed project team experience (20%), districtwide facility condition assessment and long-range capital planning (15%), and fee proposal (20%).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
10- Construction Professional Services (CP)
- Preconstruction services
- Construction management
- Districtwide facility condition assessment and long-range capital plan
- Fire-alarm system replacements and upgrades
- Athletic-facility improvements
- Roof and HVAC improvements
- Bathroom and front-office renovations
- Paving improvements
- STEM labs
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
12- Non-Collusion Affidavit
- E-Verify Affidavit
- Sworn statement attesting to compliance with minimum criteria
- Bonding capacity letter
- Current insurance certificate
- GC license
- Business license
- Georgia Certificate of Existence
- W-9
- References
- Signed addenda
- CP Fee Proposal forms (Exhibit B, attachment A & B)
REQUIRED STAFFING
5- Submit to
- CM-at-Risk RFP, Attention: John Stith, Deputy Superintendent, Stephens County School District, 191 Big A School Road, Toccoa, Georgia 30577
- Scope location
- Toccoa, Georgia
- Reported agency
- Stephens County Board of Education
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Stephens County School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 9, 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: CM-at-Risk RFP, Attention: John Stith, Deputy Superintendent, Stephens County School District, 191 Big A School Road, Toccoa, Georgia 30577. For questions, contact John Stith.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Stephens 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 John Stith. 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: Superintendent, Project Manager, Project Executive, Project Director, Cost Estimator. 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 (CP), Preconstruction services, Construction management, Districtwide facility condition assessment and long-range capital plan, Fire-alarm system replacements and upgrades, Athletic-facility improvements, Roof and HVAC improvements, Bathroom and front-office renov. 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: "Stability of the firm (10%), Firm's Relevant Project Experience and Qualifications (20%), Firm's Capacity, Availability, and Readiness for Expedited Project Initiation (15%), Proposed Project Team's R..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Stephens County School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Stephens County School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Stephens 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 39 months. 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: Non-Collusion Affidavit, E-Verify Affidavit, sworn statement attesting to compliance with minimum criteria, bonding capacity letter, current insurance certificate, GC license, business license, Georgi. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Stephens 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: Toccoa, Georgia. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.