Opportunity
University Of Kentucky Uniofky #UK-3359.0-1-27
University of Kentucky Seeks Construction Management for Arboretum Visitor Center Expansion
Posted
July 02, 2026
Respond By
July 21, 2026
Identifier
UK-3359.0-1-27
NAICS
236220
The University of Kentucky is seeking a qualified construction management firm to oversee the expansion of the Arboretum Visitor Center. - Government Buyer: - University of Kentucky, Procurement Services, Lexington, KY - Contact: Tabitha C. McFarland - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) or vendors are named in the solicitation - Products/Services Requested: - Full-service Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) services for the Arboretum Visitor Center expansion (Project #UK 3359.0-1-27) - Services include: - Design phase cost estimating and constructability reviews - Bid and award assistance for multiple trade contracts - Construction administration with full-time on-site staff - Schedule development and maintenance - Building Information Modeling (BIM) coordination - Cost control and commissioning - Post-construction warranty services - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Project budget is approximately $22.5 million (including CM and trade contracts) - Compliance with University of Kentucky standards for sustainability and accessibility - Liquidated damages for late completion ($600/day for substantial, $200/day for final) - Project schedule includes phased construction through June 2030 - Use of BIM for project coordination - Management of multiple trade contracts - Adherence to University General and Special Conditions, and Kentucky state law
Description
The University of Kentucky is soliciting proposals for Construction Management (CM) services to expand the Arboretum Visitor Center. The solicitation includes the University's General Terms and Conditions and Special Conditions for Construction. Proposals must be received by July 21, 2026, at 3 P.M. Lexington, KY time. The contract will be governed by the laws of the Commonwealth of Kentucky, and bidders must comply with various legal and ethical requirements outlined in the solicitation.