Opportunity
Des Moines Public Schools Procureware #RFQ3525
Construction Manager at Risk Services for Merrill Middle School CTE Addition
Posted
August 31, 2026
Respond By
September 14, 2026
Identifier
RFQ3525
NAICS
236220
Des Moines Independent Community School District is seeking a Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) for the Merrill Middle School Career and Technical Education (CTE) Addition project. - Government Buyer: - Des Moines Independent Community School District - Project location: Merrill Middle School, 5301 Grand Avenue, Des Moines, Iowa - Procurement Details: - Solicitation for Statements of Qualifications (RFQ) from firms interested in CMAR services - Two-step process: RFQ to assess qualifications, followed by RFP for shortlisted firms to submit fees - CMAR contract will be under a Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) - Services Requested: - Pre-construction and construction management services for the CTE Addition - No specific OEMs or vendors named in the notice - Notable Requirements: - Compliance with Iowa and federal laws - Selection based on best value using published criteria - Safety record, capacity, and legal compliance are key evaluation factors
Description
The Des Moines Independent Community School District is soliciting qualifications for Construction Manager at-Risk (CMAR) services from interested firms to assist with the Merrill Middle School CTE Addition Project. The selected CMAR will provide pre-construction and construction services and will be chosen through a two-step process involving a Request for Qualifications followed by a Request for Proposals. The contract will be a Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) contract. The solicitation includes submission of statements of qualifications and proposals, with evaluation based on firm information, safety record, capacity, and compliance with laws.