RFQ Construction Manager - Airport Facility Back up Generators

Estimated project value is Expected to be under $10M. The Gerald R. Ford International Airport Authority (GFIAA) is requesting qualifications and pricing for Construction Manager services for the construction of an approximately 7,500 sq ft building and installation of new generators at the Airport's Central Utilities Plant. The CM will provide both pre-construction and construction phase services, and work with the generator supplier collaboratively through the course of the design and construction. Project: The Airport Facility Medium Voltage Redistribution and Backup Generator System This project shall include the relocation of the main campus medium voltage electrical utility service point, the purchase and installation of 5 megawatts equivalent - gas fired co-generation electrical generators, installation of new medium voltage distribution equipment, the construction of an approximately 7,500 sq ft building and installation of reconfigured medium voltage distribution and duct bank system starting at the Airport's Central Utilities Plant (CUP) continuing throughout the Airport's owned and operated buildings. The CM will work with the generator supplier collaboratively through the course of the design and construction. As this project is integral to the airport facility infrastructure, GFIAA is seeking a CM to work with the airport, our selected design consultants, manufacturer representatives, stakeholders, and subcontractors through the development of all work phases. To obtain the highest quality facility within the required schedule and budget, the GFIAA seeks a CM for the Airport Facility Medium Voltage Redistribution and Backup Generator System project through a public Qualifications-Based Selection process which includes an initial qualifications and fee proposals evaluation and interviews with short listed firms. This selection process articulates the GFIAA's goals and provides openness and consistency so that all qualified firms receive fair consideration. The Gerald R. Ford International Airport is the second busiest airport in Michigan, serving business and leisure travelers with nonstop and connecting flights on six airlines. The Ford Airport is managed and operated by the Gerald R. Ford International Airport Authority The GFIAA issues this Request for Qualifications (RFQ) in its process to obtain Construction Manager services encompassing Design Assistance and Construction Phases for the Airport Facility Backup Generator Project. Contractor shall furnish a performance bond and a payment bond, each in an amount at least equal to 100% of the Contract Price, as security for the faithful performance and payment of all of Contractor's obligations under the Contract. These bonds shall remain in effect until one year after the date when final payment becomes due. Responses may be delivered physically or electronically. To be considered, complete submissions must be received prior to the due date and time specified (local time). All physical responses must be submitted in writing and in a sealed envelope or package marked "Statement of Qualifications, CM Services, Airport Facility Backup Generator Project" and include the submitting firm's name. Proposal contents shall be as described in this Request for Qualifications, sales and marketing materials beyond the scope of this request will not be used to determine award of this proposal. Questions regarding this solicitation are to be submitted in writing to purchasing@grr.org prior to 5 p.m. on December 9, 2022. GFIAA reserves the right to publish and respond to an inquiry, respond directly to the inquirer without publishing or not respond to the inquiry at its sole discretion. It is the firm's responsibility to become familiar with and fully informed regarding the terms, conditions, and specifications of this solicitation. Lack of understanding or misinterpretation of any portions of this solicitation shall not be cause for withdrawal after opening or for subsequent protest of award. The proposed facility improvements include: o Working with GFIAA and Consumers Energy in the relocation of the main campus medium voltage electrical utility service point o Working with GFIAA and DTE to install new natural gas service feed to the generator facility o Pre-purchase 5 megawatts equivalent - gas fired co-generation electrical generator and associated material - as identified by GFIAA and design consultants to be installed by subcontractors determined after bidding and design is completed o Pre-purchase necessary long lead items identified in design process to be installed by subcontractors determined after bidding and design is completed o Coordinate the installation of new medium voltage distribution equipment installation of reconfigured medium voltage distribution and duct bank system starting at the Airport's Central Utilities Plant continuing throughout the Airport's owned and operated buildings o Manage the construction of an approximately 7,500 sq ft building. Procure and help select subcontractors/suppliers for this project o Coordinate with various local government units, other agencies, utility companies, etc. o Arrange for procurement of materials and equipment o Schedule and manage site operations and shutdown/change over activities o Bid, award, and manage all construction related contracts while meeting GFIAA bid requirements including DBE participation goals and FAA Buy American preference o Provide quality controls o Bond and insure the construction o Address all federal, state, and local permitting requirements o Assist with resolving Owner issues and challenges o Maintain a safe work site for all project participants during construction (surveying, layout, environmental controls and monitoring, safety, installation, quality control/quality assurance, testing, commissioning, project controls, project documentation management, inspection coordination, subcontractor coordination, phasing, security badging, etc.) o Coordination with Owner-performed oversight o Building systems commissioning o Existing conditions surveying o Environmental remediation, hazardous material abatement and disposal (asbestos, lead, PCB's and petroleum contaminated soils) o Building Information Modeling (BIM) including Clash Detection o Coordination with Project stakeholders, existing tenants, and other contractors/consultants o Cost estimating o Value Engineering o Lifecycle cost and analysis o Project closeout: punch list documentation and resolution, O & M manuals, Parking Operations personnel systems and equipment training, attic stock, warranty/guarantee, electronic as-built documentation, final inspection, and acceptance o Document control for all communications, documents, submittals, etc. o Provide monthly billings and track budgeted costs and changes to project

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