Renovation of a mixed-use development in Fargo, North Dakota. Completed plans call for the renovation of a educational facility.

Fargo Public School District (FPS) seeks proposals from interested construction management companies that can provide construction management at risk (CMaR) services. Companies responding to this request must submit their written proposal in accordance with the enclosed specifications. Description of the Project The 5-8-9 Campus project is a 900-1000 student facility that will serve as a 5th, 8th, and 9th grade center for several years. The project will be located on Fargo Public School district owned property east of Davies High School (see exhibit A). The facility will eventually serve as a middle school that feeds into Davies High School C. Project Budget The preliminary budget for the project is $50-65 million. Please direct questions regarding the project or this request to our website at https://www.fargo.k12.nd.us/RFP. Questions will only be answered through website submission. Upon review of the qualifications and completion of reference evaluations, not more than three firms will be selected for interviews which will take place between February 1 and February 17. The Board of Education of the City of Fargo will be asked to award a contract for architect services at the February 28, 2023 board meeting. Scope of Services Architectural services shall include all professional services for the project including but not limited to architectural, mechanical, electrical, structural, civil engineering, landscaping, food service, and furniture, fixture and equipment (FF&E) design. A. Schematic Design 1. Meet with the project planning team to gain an understanding of the project programand constraints 2. Interview employees and relevant service providers of Owner that will be affected by the project 3. Coordinate with Owner Maintenance and Operations team to incorporate lessons learned and best educational practices throughout design B. Design Development 1. Prepare design development, construction drawings and contract documents based on programmatic needs and approved schematic design 2. Meet regularly, as often as needed, with Owner and Construction Manager 3. Prepare an interior design plan, including details needed for construction and for items provided by Owner C. Contract Documents 1. Prepare project manuals and bid specifications for site preparation, work, and facility construction interiors 2. Work with Construction Manager to develop bid packages for bidding the work 3. Construction plans will be on AUTO CAD, REVIT, or compatible software 4. Copy of the as-built CAD file(s) shall be provided to Owner at end of project D. Bidding 1. Be present at bid opening, in conjunction with the Construction Manager, to analyze bids for compliance and specifications 2. Work with Construction Manager to summarize bids received and recommend bid awards to Owner E. Budget 1. Estimation of project construction cost to be completed by Construction Manager and not part of the architectural scope of services F. Construction Administration 1. Coordinate with Construction Manager in observation and inspection of construction work, prepare change orders, issue pay requests and ASIs 2. Participate in punch lists and preparation of project close-out documents *The value for this project is based on a financial range. The value is listed as the highest possible cost from the range provided by a stakeholder or official project document. . Schedule Advertise for proposals Jan. 18, 25 and Feb. 1, 2023 Proposals due February 9, 2023 Review Responses and prepare shortlist February 9, 2023 Interview Selected Candidates February 16, 2023 Board Approval of CMaR February 28, 2023 Begin Design Phase Services March, 2023 Project Groundbreaking Spring, 2024 Substantial Completion July, 2025