RFP Construction Manager - New Castle County Newark Library

New Castle County is seeking unpriced proposals for Construction Management- Agency services including programming, design, and construction administration services for a new library in New Castle County. This library will replace the existing Newark Library upon demolition and is currently planned to be constructed on a portion of Tax Parcel Numbers 18- 021.00-174, 18-021.00-175, and 18-021.00-176 located at 750 Library Avenue, Newark, Delaware 19711. Questions Due to robin.allen@newcastlede.gov 1/20/23 Oral/Virtual Presentations for Short List of Top Candidates 2/23/23 Bid/Contract Awarded No Later Than (*) 3/15/23 New Castle County is requesting proposals from firms who can adequately demonstrate they have the resources, experience, and qualifications to provide Construction ManagementAgency (CMa) services for the Newark Library Project. To get a sense of future expectations if you are chosen, the overall project will be executed in four phases as described in more detail on a separate Scope of Services document which outlines detailed responsibilities of the CMa. The first three phases (Programming, Design, and Bidding) take the project through completion of design and bidding and are scheduled to be completed by September 1, 2024. Services for all four phases include performance of Construction Management services from conceptual design to completion of construction close-out. The tentative completion deadline for move-in for the library is June 1, 2026. The CMa will work in close conjunction with the respective Architects/Engineers and NCC to manage the construction-related aspects of the project, as well as the NCC Purchasing Department and community groups to facilitate increasing community and minority involvement during construction. Key involvement shall include participation with Programming, Schematic Design, Design Development, Construction Documents, Bidding, and the Construction Administration phases of the project. The CMa will develop a Diversity Plan including job fairs, advertisement, bidding approach, etc. to increase MBE, DBE, and WBE involvement on the project. We would like to hear what your plans are for a Diversity Plan, and we will ask for a more in-depth overview during the Interview/Presentation process. NCC expects the CMa to join together with the project team to create a smoothly run project that will serve the public for many years. All parties involved will be held accountable for quality and timeliness. Open communications and commitment to a team approach are essential. The CMa will be held responsible for assuring that the construction documents are adhered to and that accurate project progress records are maintained. It is essential the CMa develop bid documents that integrate NCC Purchasing standards to accomplish workforce diversity goals.

Division 03 -	Concrete, Concrete Forming, Cast-in-Place Concrete.
Division 04 -	Masonry, Unit Masonry, Concrete Form Masonry Units.
Division 05 -	Metals, Structural Metal Framing.
Division 06 -	Wood, Plastics, and Composites, Rough Carpentry, Finish Carpentry, Millwork, Architectural Woodwork.
Division 07 -	Thermal and Moisture Protection, Dampproofing and Waterproofing, Thermal Insulation, Roof and Deck Insulation, Weather Barriers.
Division 08 -	Openings, Doors and Frames, Entrances, Storefronts, and Curtain Walls, Windows.
Division 09 -	Finishes, Plaster and Gypsum Board, Tiling, Acoustical Ceilings, Resilient Flooring, Carpeting, Acoustic Treatment, Painting.
Division 10 -	Specialties, Visual Display Units, Markerboards, Tackboards, Signage, Compartments and Cubicles, Toilet Compartments, Fire Protection Specialties, Fire Protection Cabinets, Fire Extinguishers, Flagpoles.
Division 11 -	Equipment, Library Equipment, Library Stack Systems, Audio-Visual Equipment.
Division 12 -	Furnishings, Window Treatments, Casework, Countertops, Rugs and Mats, Furniture, Institutional Furniture, Library Furniture, Book Shelves, Study Carrels, Index Card File Cabinets, Portable Audience Seating, Seat and Table Assemblies.
Division 13 -	Special Construction.
Division 21 -	Fire Suppression, Water-Based Fire-Suppression Systems.
Division 22 -	Plumbing, Plumbing Piping, Facility Water Distribution, Plumbing Equipment, Plumbing Fixtures, Drinking Fountains and Water Coolers, Drinking Fountains.
Division 23 -	Heating, Ventilating, and Air Conditioning (HVAC), Instrumentation and Control for HVAC, HVAC Air Distribution, Central HVAC Equipment.
Division 26 -	Electrical, Medium-Voltage Electrical Distribution, Lighting, Interior Lighting, Emergency Lighting, Exit Signs, Exterior Lighting.
Division 27 -	Communications, Structured Cabling, Data Communications, Voice Communications, Audio-Video Communications.
Division 28 -	Electronic Safety and Security, Intrusion Detection, Fire Detection and Alarm.
Division 31 -	Earthwork, Site Clearing, Grading, Soil Treatment.
Division 32 -	Exterior Improvements, Flexible Paving, Asphalt Paving, Rigid Paving, Concrete Paving, Curbs, Gutters, Sidewalks, and Driveways, Paving Specialties, Parking Bumpers, Pavement Markings, Fences and Gates.
Division 33 -	Utilities, Water Utilities, Sanitary Sewerage Utilities, Storm Drainage Utilities.