Facility Renovations and New Construction at Cartersville Middle School

Cartersville City Schools is seeking a qualified construction firm to act as Construction Manager‑at‑Risk (CM‑R) for extensive renovations and new construction at Cartersville Middle School. The scope includes a 145,000‑sf standing‑seam metal roof replacement, interior restroom modernization, classroom and corridor flooring replacement, minor interior modifications, two new classroom additions (≈24,700 sf), and site‑grade upgrades and drainage remediation. The total project budget is $15.5 M, with construction scheduled to begin May 2027 and complete July 2028. The contract will be awarded on a GMP basis after a mandatory pre‑proposal conference on Sep 15, 2026. Proposals (8 hard copies + 1 electronic) are due Oct 1, 2026. The successful firm must provide performance and payment bonds, comprehensive insurance, and comply with Georgia immigration and background‑check requirements. • Scope: roof, restrooms, flooring, additions, site work • Delivery method: CM‑at‑Risk with guaranteed maximum price • Budget: $15.5 M • Timeline: Pre‑bid Sep 15, 2026 → Proposal due Oct 1, 2026 → Award Oct 23, 2026 → Construction May 2027‑Jul 2028 • Mandatory pre‑bid conference; required bonds, insurance, IRCA compliance • Evaluation criteria include experience, team, financials, fees, local participation.