What the buyer needs
AI summaryThe Katonah-Lewisboro School District requests proposals for a construction manager to oversee an approximately $19.945 million capital improvement project. The scope encompasses renovations of Lewisboro Elementary School into an Early Childhood Center, including infrastructure and site improvements, furnishings, equipment, and related work. The manager will consult with the architect regarding program, budget, timetable, and bidding options, while providing independent cost estimates and document reviews. Eligible proposers must be USA-based organizations with at least five years of experience as a primary construction manager of record on similar projects. Proposers must submit two hard copies to the Assistant Superintendent for Business in Cross River, New York, or submit digitally, by November 12, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. All questions are due no later than November 6, 2026.
Scope of work
- Consult regarding project program, budget, timetable, and bidding options
- Assist in selecting consultants such as testing labs
- Provide independent project cost estimates at schematic, design development, and pre-bid phases
- Assist in developing construction-phasing schedules and review construction documents
- Solicit local bidder interest and conduct pre-bid and pre-award conferences
- Provide on-site continuous day-to-day inspection and supervision of work in process
- Coordinate utility interruptions, contractor activities, and site staging
- Review payment applications, change order requests, and requests for information
How proposals are evaluated
| Criterion | Weight / scoring |
|---|---|
| Qualifications | Not specified |
| Experience | Not specified |
| Reputation in the construction management industry | Not specified |
Minimum qualifications
- Minimum of five (5) years experience with similar construction projects
- Experience as the primary construction manager of record, not as a consultant
- Prior experience as a construction manager on at least five completed projects
- Demonstrated prior experience as a construction manager for School Districts
- Experience working with and meeting requirements of the New York State Education Department
- Sufficient company size to ensure timeliness, stability, and responsiveness
Documents to include with your response
- Part I: Management and qualification items
- Part II: Proposed items, cost and additional information
- Complete business profile and resume
- Resumes of Project Team and key personnel candidates
- List of current and past five years projects
- Three references for similar projects in New York school districts
- Appendix A: Insurance Requirements
- Appendix B: Hold Harmless
- Appendix C: Bid Proposal and Non-Collusive Bidding Certifications
- Appendix D: Iran Divestment Act Certifications and Appendix E: Sexual Harassment Certification
How to submit
- Method
- Sealed hard copy
- Instructions
- Submit two (2) hard copies (one titled ORIGINAL and the other titled COPY) in sealed, opaque envelopes clearly marked CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT SERVICES RFP # 2026/2027-03 to Katonah-Lewisboro School District, Attn: Lisa Herlihy, Assistant Superintendent for Business, 60 North Salem Road, Cross River, NY 10518.