RFP - Construction Management Services

Provide Construction Management Services in connection with Construction Projects throughout the School District more fully described in the attached Exhibit A Scope of Project and Preliminary Schedule. The BOARD intends to solicit proposals and qualifications for Construction Management Services from qualified applicants. DESCRIPTION OF WORK 2. SCOPE The successful respondent for Construction Management Services for the Construction Project shall function as the OWNER'S REPRESENTATIVE and provide all required, services, including the following: A. PRECONSTRUCTION - DESIGN AND BIDDING PHASE 1. Market bid opportunity to contractors to maximize competition. Identify local qualified contractors and suppliers interested in bidding the work. 2. Establish Phased Bid and Construction Schedule - Assist the architectural firm in the preparation of a schedule for the bidding of construction contracts and an overall construction schedule identifying key schedule milestones to be included in the bidding documents. 3. Assist the BOARD and the Architect in the preparation of RFP's for selection of special consultants, which may be required during the project. 4. Recommend a construction procurement strategy and process. 5. Assist the Architect in identifying and tracking required preconstruction approvals i.e. Pinelands, Soil Conservation, OSC etc. 6. Assist the Architect and counsel with preparation and issuance of construction bid packages, summary of work, general conditions, etc. 7. Assist the BOARD with recommendations regarding any BOARD purchased equipment and material. 8. Pre-Bid Conference - Assist the architectural firm in the organization and operation of pre-bid conferences prior to the receipt of bids. Familiarize bidders with the bidding documents and assure that all bid documents are clear. Assist the architectural firm with the receipt of questions from bidders, and with the issuance of Addenda. 9. Evaluation of Bids Received - Assist the District and the architectural firm in receipt, review and evaluation of bids. Ensure that all contractors and suppliers are approved by the DPMC, as required. 10. Present Monthly Reports - Present to the School BOARD and/or Administration, a monthly report on schedule status, problems, decisions required, and a general overview of the project status.

Division 03 -	Concrete, Concrete Forming and Accessories, Concrete Forming, Concrete Reinforcing, Cast-in-Place Concrete, Precast Concrete.
Division 04 -	Masonry, Unit Masonry.
Division 05 -	Metals, Structural Metal Framing, Steel Joist Framing, Metal Fabrications.
Division 06 -	Wood, Plastics, and Composites, Rough Carpentry, Finish Carpentry, Millwork.
Division 07 -	Thermal and Moisture Protection, Dampproofing and Waterproofing, Thermal Protection.
Division 08 -	Openings, Doors and Frames, Metal Doors and Frames, Specialty Doors and Frames, Entrances, Storefronts, and Curtain Walls, Entrances and Storefronts, Windows, Hardware, Mirrors, Vents.
Division 09 -	Finishes, Plaster and Gypsum Board, Tiling, Ceilings, Acoustical Ceilings, Flooring, Resilient Flooring, Carpeting, Painting.
Division 10 -	Specialties, Visual Display Units, Chalkboards, Markerboards, Tackboards, Signage, Compartments and Cubicles, Toilet Compartments, Shower and Dressing Compartments, Toilet, Bath, and Laundry Accessories, Toilet Accessories, Emergency Aid Specialties, Fire Protection Specialties, Fire Protection Cabinets, Fire Extinguishers, Lockers, Flagpoles.
Division 11 -	Equipment, Foodservice Equipment, Foodservice Storage Equipment, Food Preparation Equipment, Food Delivery Carts and Conveyors, Food Cooking Equipment, Food Dispensing Equipment, Service Line Equipment, Ice Machines, Cleaning and Disposal Equipment, Educational and Scientific Equipment, Library Equipment, Audio-Visual Equipment, Laboratory Equipment, Athletic and Recreational Equipment, Play Field Equipment and Structures.
Division 12 -	Furnishings, Window Treatments, Casework, Countertops, Furniture, Office Furniture, Institutional Furniture, Classroom Furniture, Multiple Seating.
Division 21 -	Fire Suppression, Instrumentation and Control for Fire-Suppression Systems, Fire-Extinguishing Systems.
Division 22 -	Plumbing, Common Work Results for Plumbing, Instrumentation and Control for Plumbing, Plumbing Piping, Facility Water Distribution, Facility Sanitary Sewerage, Facility Storm Drainage, Plumbing Equipment, Plumbing Fixtures, Commercial Plumbing Fixtures, Drinking Fountains and Water Coolers.
Division 23 -	Heating, Ventilating, and Air Conditioning (HVAC), Common Work Results for HVAC, HVAC Insulation, Instrumentation and Control for HVAC, HVAC Air Distribution, Ventilation Hoods, Commercial-Kitchen Hoods.
Division 25 -	Integrated Automation.
Division 26 -	Electrical, Instrumentation and Control for Electrical Systems, Power Distribution Units, Lighting, Interior Lighting, Emergency Lighting, Exit Signs, Exterior Lighting.
Division 27 -	Communications, Common Work Results for Communications, Structured Cabling, Data Communications, Voice Communications, Audio-Video Communications, Audio-Video Systems, Integrated Audio-Video Systems and Equipment, Integrated Audio-Video Systems and Equipment for Classrooms, Distributed Communications and Monitoring Systems, Distributed Audio-Video Communications Systems, Paging Systems, Public Address Systems.
Division 28 -	Electronic Safety and Security, Common Work Results for Electronic Safety and Security, Electronic Access Control and Intrusion Detection, Electronic Detection and Alarm, Fire Detection and Alarm.
Division 31 -	Earthwork, Common Work Results for Earthwork, Site Clearing, Grading, Excavation and Fill, Earthwork Methods, Soil Treatment.
Division 32 -	Exterior Improvements, Bases, Ballasts, and Paving, Flexible Paving, Asphalt Paving, Rigid Paving, Concrete Paving, Curbs, Gutters, Sidewalks, and Driveways, Paving Specialties, Parking Bumpers, Speed Bumps, Pavement Markings, Athletic and Recreational Surfacing, Fences and Gates, Irrigation, Planting, Turf and Grasses.
Division 33 -	Utilities, Water Utilities, Sanitary Sewerage Utilities, Storm Drainage Utilities, Electrical Utilities, Communications Utilities.