University of Arkansas at Fort Smith General Contractor Services - Center for Health Innovation RFQ# AX-27-002
University Of Arkansas-Fort SmithHigher Ed · Fort Smith, AR- Due
- Oct 20, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 15, 2026
- Primary contact
- Lance Killough
- (479) 788-7000
The 30-second brief
The University of Arkansas at Fort Smith is soliciting qualifications from general contractors to construct a Center for Health Innovation funded by a $15 million Congressionally Directed Spending grant. The facility will be built in the parking lot for the Pendergraft Health Sciences Center located at 715 N. Waldron Road in Fort Smith, Arkansas. The project features a Center for Mother and Infant Healthcare with obstetrical, postpartum, and pediatric simulation labs, a high-fidelity simulation suite, an integrated control room, and a large tiered auditorium-style collaborative learning theatre with an IT control room, classrooms, and offices. Professional services required include guaranteed maximum price, fast-track management, estimating, subcontractor selection, demolition, schedule control, cost control, building information modeling, closeout, and warranty. Responses are due by October 20, 2026, at 3:00 pm, submitted via one hard copy and one digital copy to Lance Killough, Director of Procurement.
GUARANTEED MAXIMUM PRICE/FAST-TRACK MANAGEMENT, ESTIMATING, SUBCONTRACTOR SELECTION, PROJECT AND CHANGE ORDER PRICING, DEMOLITION, SCHEDULE CONTROL, COST REDUCTION AND CONTROL, PROJECT COORDINATION, BUILDING INFORMATION MODELING (BIM), CLOSEOUT, AND WARRANTY
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Summary
The University of Arkansas at Fort Smith is soliciting qualifications from general contractors to construct a Center for Health Innovation funded by a $15 million Congressionally Directed Spending grant.
The facility will be built in the parking lot for the Pendergraft Health Sciences Center located at 715 N. Waldron Road in Fort Smith, Arkansas. The project features a Center for Mother and Infant Healthcare with obstetrical, postpartum, and pediatric simulation labs, a high-fidelity simulation suite, an integrated control room, and a large tiered auditorium-style collaborative learning theatre with an IT control room, classrooms, and offices. Professional services required include guaranteed maximum price, fast-track management, estimating, subcontractor selection, demolition, schedule control, cost control, building information modeling, closeout, and warranty. Responses are due by October 20, 2026, at 3:00 pm, submitted via one hard copy and one digital copy to Lance Killough, Director of Procurement.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
11- GUARANTEED MAXIMUM PRICE/FAST-TRACK MANAGEMENT
- ESTIMATING
- SUBCONTRACTOR SELECTION
- PROJECT AND CHANGE ORDER PRICING
- DEMOLITION
- SCHEDULE CONTROL
- COST REDUCTION AND CONTROL
- PROJECT COORDINATION
- BUILDING INFORMATION MODELING (BIM)
- CLOSEOUT
- WARRANTY
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Proof of licensure in the State of Arkansas, proof of current professional liability insurance coverage ($1,000,000 minimum required)
- Submit to
- [email protected] / University of Arkansas at Fort Smith, 5210 Grand Avenue, Plant Op 139, Fort Smith, AR 72904
- Scope location
- Fort Smith, AR
- Reported agency
- University of Arkansas at Fort Smith
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from University Of Arkansas-Fort Smith?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 20, 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] / University of Arkansas at Fort Smith, 5210 Grand Avenue, Plant Op 139, Fort Smith, AR 72904. For questions, contact Lance Killough.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including University Of Arkansas-Fort Smith in AR, 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 Lance Killough at (479) 788-7000. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: GUARANTEED MAXIMUM PRICE/FAST-TRACK MANAGEMENT, ESTIMATING, SUBCONTRACTOR SELECTION, PROJECT AND CHANGE ORDER PRICING, DEMOLITION, SCHEDULE CONTROL, COST REDUCTION AND CONTROL, PROJECT COORDINATION, BUILDING INFORMATION MODELING (BIM), CLOSEOUT, AND WARRANTY. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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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: Proof of licensure in the State of Arkansas, proof of current professional liability insurance coverage ($1,000,000 minimum required). Review the full document from University Of Arkansas-Fort Smith for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Fort Smith, AR. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.