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District outlines CM/GC procurement path for middle school, schedules public hearing and RFP timeline
Summary
District consultants explained the construction manager/general contractor (CM/GC) delivery method, said Oregon Revised Statutes require findings of fact for an exemption from design-bid-build, and announced a Nov. 14 public hearing and mid-December RFP evaluation timeline.
Consultants for the Molalla River School District presented the construction manager/general contractor (CM/GC or CMGC) approach on Oct. 24, describing the selection steps, benefits and statutory requirements for using an alternative delivery method.
The consulting team said CM/GC selection emphasizes qualifications, bonding capacity and project approach over lowest-cost bids and includes a preconstruction services contract followed by a guaranteed maximum price (GMP) near about 75% of construction documents. "The district will issue a request for proposals to interested contractors... selection is largely based on qualifications," a presenter said, describing fee, preconstruction costs and general conditions that will be part of contractor proposals.
Because Oregon law favors design-bid-build, consultants said the board must adopt findings of fact to justify an exception; the team said a public hearing will be posted for the district's upcoming business meeting (Nov. 14). The presenters outlined next steps: post the RFP publicly, expect proposals in by mid-December for evaluation, interview shortlisted teams and then enter a design-phase contract with the selected CM/GC. The district also plans outreach to local subcontractors so smaller regional firms can compete for trade work.
Consultants explained risk and warranty handling: the project will carry standard warranties (one-year general warranty, longer warranties for specific components) and an 11-month walkthrough with architect and contractor to identify items the contractor must correct at no cost to the district.
Board members asked about differences between CM/GC and design-bid-build, the role of the district in selecting the architect and contractor, and the potential for local contractors to participate; the presenters answered and said the board will act as the local contract review board when it considers findings of fact.
No approval was requested tonight; consultants said the board will be asked to take action on the procurement process at a forthcoming business meeting after the required public hearing and findings of fact are posted.
