Description
The South Charleston Development Authority (SCDA) is seeking a qualified Construction Manager‑at‑Risk (CMAR) to execute the Jefferson Park site development, a $21.97 M project that includes extensive structural fill, force‑main relocation, utilities, streets, parking, and storm‑water infrastructure. The CMAR will be selected through a qualifications phase (deadline 9 Nov 2026) followed by a proposal phase, with contract award expected by early January 2027. The selected firm must be able to start construction in January 2027 and deliver the building pad to a national anchor retailer by approximately August 2027, while meeting a simultaneous lease‑closing and contract‑execution deadline of 31 Jan 2027.
• Scope: 320,000 cy structural fill, 2,000 ft force‑main relocation, 140k sf building pad, streets, parking (≈200k sf), utilities, storm‑water management, and site‑wide grading/lighting.
• Budget: Total construction cost $21,965,855; CMAR fee not disclosed but evaluated on best‑value criteria.
• Schedule: Qualifications due 9 Nov 2026; proposals due 15 Dec 2026; contract negotiation completed by 8 Jan 2027; simultaneous lease and CMAR contract closing by 31 Jan 2027; pad turnover ≈1 Aug 2027.
• Requirements: Demonstrated experience managing ≥ $20 M site‑development projects, 100 % performance/payment bond, local WV subcontractor relationships, and capability to meet tight schedule.