RFP - 2026 Northwest Water Treatment Plant Capacity Improvements Construction Manager at Risk Services (CMAR)

The City of Cedar Rapids is seeking a Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) for the 2026 Northwest Water Treatment Plant Capacity Improvements project. The project involves increasing the capacity of the water treatment plant, including the rehabilitation of existing solid contact clarifiers, procurement and installation of new equipment, and construction of new facilities. The CMAR will provide preconstruction and construction services, including design review, procurement of subcontractors and vendors, and self-performance of certain elements of the construction. The project is expected to be completed in 36 months, and the total cost for CMAR services is currently budgeted at $120 million. • The project will be designed and constructed in two phases using the construction management at-risk (CMAR) delivery method. • The CMAR will collaborate closely with the Owner and its Engineer during Phase 1 to develop a design that achieves the Owner’s objectives at a mutually agreeable guaranteed maximum price (GMP) or fixed price for delivery of the project. • The CMAR will oversee the project and shall coordinate with the Owner and Engineer throughout the process. • The project includes construction of new facilities, rehabilitation of existing facilities, and procurement and installation of new equipment. • The project is expected to be completed in 36 months. • The total cost for CMAR services is currently budgeted at $120 million.