The Richland School District Two is seeking a qualified construction management firm to act as Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) for the renovation of the Global & Military Welcome Center and Community Connection Hub in Columbia, SC. The contractor will be responsible for pre‑construction planning, cost control, schedule management, subcontractor procurement, risk mitigation, and ensuring safety and quality throughout the project. The scope includes overseeing all phases of the renovation, coordinating with district staff, and delivering the project on time and within a guaranteed maximum price (GMP).
• Location: 8131 Brookfield Road, Columbia, SC 29223
• Services: Full‑service CMAR (pre‑construction, construction oversight, cost and schedule control, risk management)
• Contract type: Fixed‑price GMP with 5% bid bond security
• Timeline: RFP issued Oct 22 2026, pre‑proposal Zoom meeting Oct 29 2026 (non‑mandatory), questions due Oct 30 2026, proposals due Nov 17 2026, award intent Dec 18 2026
• Required qualifications: Experience with CMAR projects, financial capacity, insurance/bonding, background checks, SWMBE participation, and compliance with South Carolina procurement rules
• Evaluation: 30% experience & references, 25% project approach, 25% project team, 10% legal/financial, 10% SWMBE considerations.