I.D.E.A.L. Research Facility Construction Manager at Risk Services

New Mexico State University is seeking a Construction Manager at Risk to provide preconstruction, procurement, construction management, commissioning, closeout, and warranty services for the I.D.E.A.L. Research Facility.

New Mexico State University > Procurement Services > Facilities & Services / Project Development & Engineering


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2027-RFP-903
Nov 02, 2026 08:00 PM
Oct 09, 2026 02:00 PM
$27,591,477.49
1 year 4 months
Request for Quote/Qualifications (RFQ)
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colec@nmsu.edu
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Description

New Mexico State University is conducting a three-step Construction Manager at Risk procurement for the I.D.E.A.L. Research Facility. The selected CMAR will provide preconstruction services, constructability reviews, estimating, scheduling, value analysis, procurement planning, subcontractor and supplier procurement, construction management, safety and site management, commissioning and startup coordination, closeout, warranty support, and GMP development. Step 1 requests Statements of Qualifications only; fee and cost proposals will be requested from firms selected for Step 2. The planned multidisciplinary energy research facility includes flexible laboratories, semiconductor and power-electronics testing areas, chemical and wet-laboratory support, an approximately 3,200-square-foot ISO Class 6–7 cleanroom, a 400–600-square-foot AI/ML server room, high-bay testing areas with exterior access, specialized AC/DC electrical and scientific gas systems, training and demonstration spaces, offices, collaboration areas, and supporting site infrastructure. The total project budget is $27,591,477.49, with a verified maximum allowable construction cost and estimated GMP of $21,000,000. The project schedule targets construction activities beginning June 16, 2027, substantial completion by May 15, 2028, and final completion by June 15, 2028.

Classification Codes
NAICS236220Commercial and Institutional Building Construction
PSCY1DBCONSTRUCTION OF LABORATORIES AND CLINICS
Smart Codes
construction management serviceslaboratory constructioncleanroom construction
Specifications
Service
Timeline
Oct 09, 2026 02:00 PM-Open Date
Oct 14, 2026 04:00 PM-Pre-Submittal Conference and Site Visit (optional)
Attendance is strongly encouraged.
Oct 19, 2026 11:00 PM-Step 1 Written Questions Due
Oct 26, 2026-Final Step 1 Addendum
Nov 02, 2026 09:00 PM-Step 1 Statements of Qualifications Due
Nov 12, 2026-Step 2 Respondents Announced and Step 2 RFP Issued
Nov 17, 2026 05:00 PM-Step 2 Site Tour or Conference (optional)
If applicable; the solicitation does not provide a location.
Nov 20, 2026 12:00 AM-Step 2 Written Questions Due
Nov 24, 2026-Step 2 Addendum Deadline
Dec 04, 2026 09:00 PM-Step 2 Fee/Cost Proposals Due
Dec 8, 2026-Step 3 Interviews
Dec 10, 2026-Final Ranking and Notice of Intent to Negotiate
Dec 18, 2026-Contract Negotiation and Award
Jan 6, 2027-Preconstruction Services Notice to Proceed
May 10, 2027-Target GMP Amendment
May 24, 2027-Construction Early Work Package
Jun 16, 2027-Construction Activities Start
May 15, 2028-Substantial Completion
Jun 15, 2028-Final Completion and Closeout
Requirements
Required
  • Commercial General Liability — $2,000,000.00
  • Automobile Liability — $1,000,000.00
  • Workers' Compensation
  • Employers' Liability — $1,000,000.00
  • Professional Liability — $2,000,000.00
  • Pollution Liability — $2,000,000.00
  • Cyber/Privacy Liability — $2,000,000.00
Required
  • Bid Bond — 5%
Scored
  • Minimum 3 references
  • Client point of contact required for each reference
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