Opportunity
University of Central Missouri Ionwave #26-075
Construction Manager at Risk Services for UCM Welcome Center and Grinstead/UTT Facelift
Posted
April 20, 2026
Respond By
May 05, 2026
Identifier
26-075
NAICS
236220
The University of Central Missouri (UCM) is seeking proposals for Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) services for a major campus project in Warrensburg, MO. - Government Buyer: - University of Central Missouri Procurement Department - Contact: Robert Walla - Project Scope: - Construction of a new two-story Welcome Center - Exterior facelift of Grinstead and Utt Buildings - Project budget is approximately $30 million - Services Requested: - CMAR services including: - Preconstruction support - Cost estimating and control - Scheduling and subcontractor management - Construction means and methods - Quality control and safety management - Project closeout and warranty service implementation - Collaboration with UCM and design team throughout design and construction - Assumption of risk through a Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) contract after design development - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Minimum 10 years of CMAR experience - At least three projects over $30 million, two in higher education - Electronic bid and bond submission (Surety2000) - Compliance with prevailing wage laws - MBE/WBE participation goals - Adherence to UCM safety practices - Detailed cost proposal breakdowns - Strict experience and technical competence criteria - No specific OEMs or product vendors are named, as this is a solicitation for construction management services, not product procurement.
Description
The University of Central Missouri is soliciting proposals for Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) services for the construction of a new Welcome Center and an exterior facelift to the Grinstead and Utt Buildings on its campus in Warrensburg, MO. The project includes a two-story building designed to complement historic architecture and accommodate admissions personnel and event spaces. The estimated project cost is $30 million. The selected firm will collaborate with the university and design team throughout design and construction phases, assuming risk through a Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) contract after design development. Proposals must demonstrate experience with CMAR projects over $30 million, including higher education projects, and include qualifications of key personnel.