University Of Kentucky Uniofky #UK-3151.0-1-26

Construction Manager Services for Gatton Business & Economics Building Expansion at University of Kentucky

The University of Kentucky is seeking a qualified Construction Manager (CM) to oversee the expansion and renovation of the Carol Martin Gatton Business and Economics Building in Lexington, KY. - Government Buyer: - University of Kentucky, Procurement Services, Capital Construction Division - Scope of Work: - Full-service construction management for design, bid, award, construction, and post-construction phases - Demolition of the existing Matthews Building and site preparation - Construction of a new addition (approximately 20,000–68,000 sq ft) including classrooms, offices, and site improvements - Geotechnical exploration, including drilling, laboratory testing, and foundation recommendations - Coordination using BIM compatible with Revit - Submission of a Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) proposal after design development - Notable Requirements: - Specialized methods for bedrock excavation (trenching, grinding, or hoe ramming; blasting not permitted) - Reuse of suitable demolition debris as fill - Protection of existing utilities, structures, and a significant Burr oak tree on site - Compliance with Kentucky law, safety, environmental standards, and University construction conditions - Provision of payment and performance bonds - Liquidated damages for delays - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation. - Estimated construction budget is approximately $60 million. - Place of Performance: - Carol Martin Gatton Business and Economics Building, University of Kentucky campus, 550 South Limestone, Lexington, KY

Description

The University of Kentucky is soliciting Construction Manager (CM) services for the design phase of a project to improve academic and administrative space and expand the Carol Martin Gatton Business and Economics Building. The scope includes providing construction management services during design, bid, award, and construction phases. The project involves demolition of the existing Matthews Building, site preparation, and construction of approximately 20,000 square feet of new addition. The solicitation includes detailed contract terms, project schedule, geotechnical exploration report, and bonding requirements. Proposals are due by April 28, 2026, and the contract will be governed by Kentucky law.

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