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Project Description

UNC Wilmington is seeking a qualified commissioning agent for the MARBIONC Lab Building Glycol Recovery System Replacement project at the Center for Marine Science campus. The project involves replacing the existing glycol recovery system, including associated piping, controls, and startup. The commissioning agent will verify system performance, coordinate with the design and construction teams, witness testing, and provide a final report to confirm the system meets design intent and operational requirements.

Project Budget

The total project budget is approximately $800,000 and includes construction, design, and miscellaneous project costs.

Project Scope

The University seeks the professional service of a commissioning agent to join the team to provide services for the project through design, construction, and post acceptance. Commissioning services shall be provided as defined by the latest State Construction Office manual, guidelines and checklists.

Project Schedule

Qualifications

The commissioning agent must be a registered engineering firm in the State of North Carolina and the selection process will be based upon qualifications. The commissioning agent must exhibit the basic qualifications outlined in the State Construction Office Manual (SCO Manual). 

Critical Selection Factors

Response should be electronically submitted in PDF format, a maximum of 20 letter-size pages excluding the cover page, letter of interest, table of contents, and SF-330 form. Maximum file size is 10MB. Submit one (1) PDF copy via email to manfrediz@uncw.edu. It is the submitting firm’s responsibility to ensure the document has been received by the due date and time. Include the following information:

1. Experience and expertise in the project type being evaluated.
2. Past performance on similar projects
3. Experience in design projects to be part of an existing campus context.
4. Adequate staff and proposed consultant team – qualifications and examples of previous collaborations.
5. Historically Underutilized Business representation in proposed consultant team
6. Current workload and State projects awarded.
7. Proposed design approach or methodology.
8. Recent experience with project cost estimates and schedule adherence.
9. Construction administration capabilities.
10. Record of successfully completed projects without major legal or technical problems.
11. Other factors which may be appropriate to the project.

Contract

The contract will be negotiated with the selected commissioning agent. The contract with the commissioning agent will be in the form of a Letter Agreement approved by the State Construction Office.

Selection Process

Following the receipt of proposals, a University Interview Committee will shortlist 3-6 firms, interview, and present to BOT. The selected firm will contract with UNCW through the Architectural and Construction Services and the PM.

Questions/Proposal Submittal

In order that the selection process, be as objective as possible, do not contact members of the Board of Trustees, or any university officials other than the Project Manager.  All questions and project submittals are to be directed to:

Project Description

Balfour Beatty Construction is seeking to pre-qualify contractors to submit bids for the furnishing of labor, material, and equipment for the UNCW Housing Village Phase III. Balfour Beatty has been selected as the Construction Manager at Risk (CMR) for the project and will receive bids from and contract with the principal contractors for the execution of the work. We will be accepting pre-qualifications for upcoming bid packages and trades as listed on the prequalification form.

Prequalification due dates:

Bid Phase 1 – Early Procurement and Site Package anticipated bid date November 11th, 2025

Phase 1 includes bid packages for Masonry, Structural and Misc. Steel, Light Gauge Structure, Commercial Windows, HVAC, Electrical, and Sitework.

 Bid Phase 2 – Structural Package anticipated bid date December 3rd, 2025

Phase 2 includes bid packages for General Trades, Concrete, Hoisting & Cranes, Masonry, and Structural and Misc. Steel.

 Bid Phase 3 – Building Package anticipated bid date March 1st, 2026

Phase 3 includes bid packages for Architectural Millwork, Waterproofing & Caulking, Roofing, Fireproofing, Doors and Hardware, Overhead Coiling Smoke Curtains, Glass & Glazing, Commercial Windows, Drywall & Framing, Painting & Wallcovering, Flooring, Hard Tile, FRP & GFRC, Final Cleaning, Signage, Folding Partitions/Fire Shutters, Misc. Specialties, Appliances & Food Service Equipment, Window Treatment, Elevators, Fire Protections, Plumbing, HVAC, Electrical, Communications, Security Systems, Site Work Package & Utilities, Site Concrete/Hardscape, and Landscape.

 Prequalification forms may be downloaded from the following website:

Prequalification Information

 Similar project experience will be considered during prequalification. Submittals for prequalification forms may be hand delivered, mailed, faxed, or submitted electronically. Deadline for prequalification is 14 days prior to Bid Date. The CM and Owner reserve the right to reject any and all Pre-qualifications. Contracting method will be through Competitive Public Bid in accordance with Chapter 143-135.8 of the NC General Statues. For further information or questions, please contact Josh Taylor 919-815-5232 or by email at jtaylor@balfourbeattyus.com

Historically Underutilized Businesses are encouraged to participate, however the firm must be certified by the Office for Historically Underutilized Businesses (HUB Office) through the Statewide Uniform Certification (SWUC) program. You may begin the certification process at the following website: http://www.doa.nc.gov/hub/. A virtual HUB outreach will be conducted at the Prebid on a date to be determined with Advertisements to Bid.

Project Description

The scope of the project is a comprehensive renovation of the lab air handler system including air handlers, controls, air valves, water valves,chillers and pumps.

Bidding from Prequalified Firms On:

1: Final Cleaning
5: Steel Package
7: Roofing
9: Finishes
21: Fire Suppression
23: HVAC/Mechanical
23: Controls
26: Electrical

Design Firm

Moseley Architects
Seth Lehman
(919) 840-0091
slehman@moseleydesigns.com

CM at Risk Firm

Bordeaux Construction Company, Inc.
Ben Warren
(919) 220-1141 x225
ben@bordeauxconstruction.com

Campus Contact

Zachary Manfredi
(919) 906-7666
manfrediz@uncw.edu

Schedule

• Prebid 10/30/2025 - 10:00AM
  • Location: Prebid Location: 5600 Marvin K. Moss ln, Wilmington, NC, 28403.
  • CMS main building (one with pond out front), meet in lobby. Visitor parking allowed in the lot.
• Last day for questions 11/4/2025
• Final Addenda 11/7/2025
• Bid Date 11/11/2025 - 2:00PM (Open)
  • Location: 5150 Lionfish Dr., Wilmington NC, 28403.
  • Office of Facilities Building, Confernce Room. Vistor parking available at the front of the building

Project Description

The University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW) is seeking design services for a new connector roadway extending from the intersection of Hurst Drive and Hamilton Drive to Riegel Road. The proposed roadway will provide a vital exterior circulation route around existing athletic facilities, aiming to alleviate interior campus traffic congestion and improve pedestrian safety for students. The project will also include parking along the proposed roadway.

Project Budget

The total project budget is approximately $4,500,000 and includes construction, design, and miscellaneous project costs.

Project Scope

The University seeks the professional service of a designer to join the team to provide services for the project through design, construction, and post acceptance. Design services shall be provided as defined by the latest State Construction Office manual, guidelines and checklists.

Project Schedule

Qualifications

The designer must be a registered engineering firm in the State of North Carolina and the selection process will be based upon qualifications. The designer must exhibit the basic qualifications outlined in the State Construction Office Manual (SCO Manual). 

Critical Selection Factors

Response should be electronically submitted in PDF format, a maximum of 20 letter-size pages excluding the cover page, letter of interest, table of contents, and SF-330 form. Maximum file size is 10MB. Submit one (1) PDF copy via email to manfrediz@uncw.edu. It is the submitting firm’s responsibility to ensure the document has been received by the due date and time. Include the following information: 

1. Experience and expertise in the project type being evaluated.
2. Past performance on similar projects
3. Experience in design projects to be part of an existing campus context.
4. Adequate staff and proposed consultant team – qualifications and examples of previous collaborations.
5. Historically Underutilized Business representation in proposed consultant team
6. Current workload and State projects awarded.
7. Proposed design approach or methodology.
8. Recent experience with project cost estimates and schedule adherence.
9. Construction administration capabilities.
10. Record of successfully completed projects without major legal or technical problems.
11. Other factors which may be appropriate to the project. 

Contract

The contract will be negotiated with the selected designer. The contract with the designer will be in the form of a Letter Agreement approved by the State Construction Office.

Selection Process

Following the receipt of proposals, a University Interview Committee will shortlist 3-6 firms, interview, and present to BOT. The selected firm will contract with UNCW through the Architectural and Construction Services and the PM.

Pre-Submittal Meeting

A Pre-Submittal Meeting was held on Wednesday, October 15, 2025 at 10:00am virtually via Zoom.

In order to offer design services in response to this solicitation, the Proposer must be licensed as an engineer in the state of North Carolina.

Questions/Proposal Submittal

In order that the selection process, be as objective as possible, do not contact members of the Board of Trustees, or any university officials other than the Project Manager.  All questions and project submittals are to be directed to: 

Zachary Manfredi
5150 Lionfish Drive
Campus Box 5910
Wilmington, NC 28403
Phone: (910) 906-7666
Email: manfrediz@uncw.edu

Addendum # 1

 SUMMARY Q&A:

1. What is UNCW’s HUB/DBE plan for this contract, given recent DOJ guidance? 
   Follow SCO guidelines for HUB participation
2. Can pages be landscape within the proposal?
   Yes
3. Is there a minimum font size for the 20-page proposal section?
   No
4. On-street parking or off-street parking?
   We will explore parking options during the SD/DD phase
5. Will surveys be provided? 
   Yes, we will provide surveys
6. Will geotech borings be provided? 
   Yes, we will provide geotech borings
7. Will there be an advanced planning phase? 
   No, but we will include alternatives as budget allows
8. Is the ROW city of wilmington or campus? 
   All ROW is UNCW owned
9. Are there any champion tree's to be avoided? 
   Not sure, we can look into this when we start design.
10. Do we anticipate work around Hurst Drive to align road? 
    Yes, ensuring proper alignment will be part of the design process.
11. Is housing project and roadway stormwater combined? 
    No, The stormwater will be separate for these two projects.

Project Description:

UNCW continues to exceed its current housing capacity and our inventory review indicates the need for additional, on-campus housing. The project concept is a new, approximately 120,000SF residence hall with approximately 540 beds and will include related community spaces and mechanical yard.  The project is on an accelerated timeline with anticipated opening to students for occupancy by fall of 2027.

Project Budget

The total budget of $71,000,000 incorporates construction, design, and miscellaneous project costs.

Scope of Servies

UNCW seeks statements of qualifications for material testing & special inspections.

Services shall be provided as defined by the latest State Construction Office manual, guidelines and checklists.

Project Schedule

Qualifications

Must be a registered engineering or architectural firm in the State of North Carolina and the selection process will be based upon qualifications. The firm must exhibit the basic qualifications outlined in the current NC State Construction Office “Special Inspections Guidelines”.

Critical Selection Factors

Interested firms can participate in the process by submitting a current SF 330 form and addressing the following in a written proposal. Please note that only one copy of the proposal is requested. Most of the criteria listed below can be accommodated in sections A-G of the 330 form.  Section H can be used for any additional information and should be limited to ten 8½ x 11 sheets of paper, both sides of the sheet may be used.  Firms are requested to assure receipt of proposals at address listed below by Tuesday, October 14 2025 at 3:00pm.

1. Experience and expertise in the project type being evaluated.
2. Past performance on similar projects
3. Experience in design projects to be part of an existing campus context.
4. Adequate staff and proposed consultant team – qualifications and examples of previous collaborations.
5. Historically Underutilized Business representation in proposed consultant team
6. Current workload and State projects awarded.
7. Proposed design approach or methodology.
8. Recent experience with project cost estimates and schedule adherence.
9. Construction administration capabilities.
10. Record of successfully completed projects without major legal or technical problems.
11. Other factors which may be appropriate to the project.

 Contract

The contract will be negotiated with the selected firm. The contract with the firm will be in the form of a Letter Agreement approved by the State Construction Office.

 Selection Process

Following the receipt of proposals, a University Interview Committee will shortlist 3 firms, interview, and make a selection. The selected firm will contract with UNCW through the Architectural and Construction Services and the PM.

Pre-Submittal Meeting

A Pre-Submittal Meeting was held on Monday, October 6, 2025 at 1:00pm virtually via zoom.

In order to offer services in response to this solicitation, the Proposer must be licensed as an engineer or architect in the state of North Carolina.

Questions/Proposal Submittal

In order that the selection process, be as objective as possible, do not contact members of the Board of Trustees, or any university officials other than the Project Manager.  All questions and project submittals are to be directed to:

 Craig Brackens
5150 Lionfish Drive
Campus Box 5910
Wilmington, NC 28403
Phone: (980) 892-1629
Email: brackensc@uncw.edu

Addendum # 1

 SUMMARY Q&A:

1. What is the foundation being planned for the building?
   We are still in DD, and it is expected to be shallow foundation/spread footing
2. We see that the SF330 format is required. Is it acceptable to just submit Part I, or are you looking for Part II as well?
   You will need to complete Parts I and II

Please prepare your SF330 and submit that by 5 pm on the due date.  As a reminder, the selection schedule is as follows:

Thank you again for your interest in working with UNCW.  We look forward to speaking with you all soon.

RFQ Summary

The University of North Carolina at Wilmington is seeking a qualified Construction Manager at Risk (CMR) firm to provide professional construction management services during the design and construction phases of the project. The work of the CMR will consist of two phases.  Phase I will include pre-construction services and preparation of a GMP. Phase II will include the bidding, award, and management of the project during construction. All work is to comply with the requirements of the North Carolina State Construction Office.

Project Description

Constructed in 1969 as UNCW's original chemistry building, DeLoach Hall is in need of a significant modernization. The project will include replacement of plumbing, mechanical, and electrical systems; installation of new fire sprinkler and alarm systems; upgraded data and telecommunications infrastructure; replacement of windows and lighting; and refinishing of interior surfaces.

Project Funding

The authorized total project budget including soft costs is $12,150,000.

Project Schedule

The project is currently in the Advanced Planning phase of design with completion anticipated

in September of 2025. Construction completion is estimated late 2027.

Pre-Proposal Conference

A Pre-Proposal Conference was held virtually on July 15, 2025, at 10:00 am. Below is a link to the presubmittal presentation:

Proposal Format

All proposals shall include the information requested by the attached Qualifications Questionnaire for Construction Manager at Risk. Please note, in the interest of cost-savings, consistency of submittals and more efficient use of time by the pre-selection committee, the submitted information should not include any extra marketing materials. The format of the proposal should be in 8-1/2” x 11” pages. The package length should not exceed twenty (20) double-sided pages. This limitation does not include the Cover Sheet, Tabs or Financial Statements. The submitted proposal should include: one (1) paper hard copy and one (1) electronic copy on a flash drive. Firms are requested to assure receipt of proposals at address listed below by 5:00pm on July 31, 2025. In order to meet the selection schedule, shortlisted firms will be notified on August 6, 2025, and interviews will be on August 14, 2025.

Critical Selection Factors

Critical selection factors include the following:

1. Workload that is fully able to accommodate the timely execution of this project.
2. Record of successfully completed projects of similar scope without major legal or technical problems.
3. Previous experiences with Owners and owner representatives of similar projects.
4. Key personnel that have appropriate experience and qualifications.
5. Relevant and easily understood graphic or tabular presentations.
6. Completion of CM at Risk projects in which there was little differences between the GMP and final cost.
7. Projects that were completed on or ahead of schedule.
8. Previous project experience with the North Carolina State Construction Office.
9. Proximity to and familiarity with the area where the project is located and the dynamics of the local market.
10. Approach to each phase of construction management from design phase services through final construction. Project planning that offers the same project manager for pre-construction and construction phases will be given preference. Include information regarding value engineering, constructability issues, cost modeling and estimate, project tracking and reporting, requests for information and shop drawings, quality control, schedule and staffing plan.
11. Quality of compliance plan for minority business participation as required by G.S.143-128.2. History of successful implementation of similar HUB efforts.
12. Proximity to and familiarity with UNCW campus.
13. Experience working on college campuses.
14. Experience working on multiple simultaneous projects on the same campus.

In order to offer Construction Manager at Risk services in the response to this solicitation, the proposer must be licensed as a general contractor in the state of North Carolina. 

CMR Selection Process

Following the receipt of proposals, a University Interview Committee will shortlist a minimum of three (3) firms, interview and make a recommendation of selection to the University Board of Trustees. The selected firm will contract with the State of North Carolina through the University and coordinate services with the Office of Facilities, Architectural and Construction Services.

Questions

In order that the selection process be as objective as possible, do not contact members of the Board of Trustees, or any university officials other than the contact listed below. All questions should be directed to:

Nic Troutman, Project Manager
Architectural & Construction Services
University of North Carolina at Wilmington
troutmann@uncw.edu 

Proposal Submittal

Electronic submittals are preferred but hard copies are acceptable. Electronic submittals can be sent to the email address below and hard copies to the physical address below. The submittals must be received by 5:00pm EST by the closing date listed above to be considered to:

Heather Peedin, Facilities Management Support
University of North Carolina at Wilmington
peedinh@uncw.edu

Mailing & Delivery Address:

c/o Heather Peedin
University of North Carolina at Wilmington
Office of Facilities, Office 104
5150 Lionfish Drive
Wilmington, NC 28403

Attachments

1. RFP Data Sheet (See Table Below)

Pre-Proposal Conference Attendees