The City of Omaha is seeking a qualified Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) to deliver the Downtown Soccer Stadium Project. The CMAR will be responsible for pre‑construction services, detailed cost estimating, coordination of subcontractors, construction management, and delivery of the stadium within the agreed schedule and budget. The contract will be awarded based on technical and price evaluation, with a “not‑to‑exceed” guaranteed maximum price (estimated $100 million) and a CMAR fee to be negotiated. Bidders must provide bid and performance bonds, meet extensive insurance requirements, and comply with local, state, and federal regulations, including E‑Verify and debarment certifications. A pre‑proposal meeting is scheduled for September 2, 2026; questions are due September 9, 2026; and proposals must be submitted by October 7, 2026.
• Project: Downtown Soccer Stadium, Omaha, NE
• Delivery method: Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR)
• Estimated total construction cost: $100 million (FGMP)
• Required bonds: Bid bond (≈5 % of proposal) and performance bond up to 100 % of contract price
• Insurance: Commercial General Liability, Builder’s Risk, Workers’ Compensation, Umbrella, etc.
• Mandatory pre‑proposal meeting: 9 Feb 2026 (attendance optional)
• Submission deadline: 7 Oct 2026, 11:00 a.m. CT
• Evaluation criteria: Technical capability, experience, staffing, cost, compliance with sustainability and small‑business goals.