City of Dallas Issues RFQ for Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) Services for Component 1 of the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center Expansion

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
June 28, 2024

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City of Dallas Issues RFQ for Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) Services for Component 1 of the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center Expansion

DALLAS - The City of Dallas Convention and Event Services Department (CES) has released a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) Services for Component 1 of the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center Dallas (KBHCCD) expansion project as of Friday, June 28, 2024. 

The RFQ invites construction management firms to submit their qualifications for the KBHCCD expansion, specifically focusing on the area west of Lamar Street as outlined in Component 1 of the Master Plan. This phase will move from conceptual designs to implementable construction plans, with other elements of Component 1 to be handled separately. 

The solicitation aligns with the City's objectives of fostering equity, sustainability, and economic growth while delivering a world-class convention center that strengthens community ties. 

Key Dates: 

  • Friday, June 28: Release of RFQ on Bonfire. 
  • Tuesday, July 2, 1 p.m.: Virtual Pre-proposal Meeting #1. 
  • Monday, July 8, 9 a.m.: Virtual Pre-proposal Meeting #2. 
  • Wednesday, July 10, 10 a.m.: Pre-proposal Meeting #3 at Briscoe Carpenter Livestock Center in Fair Park. 
  • Friday, July 12, 9:30 a.m.: Onsite walk-through of the existing building and bus tour of the expansion starting in KBHCCD Ballroom C1. 
  • Friday, July 26, 1 p.m.: RFQ submittal deadline on Bonfire. 

All RFQ responses must be submitted through the City’s Bonfire portal by 1 p.m. Friday, July 26, 2024. For questions and inquiries, please visit the official project website at DallasCCMasterPlan.com. 

*Please note that the schedule may be adjusted to enhance engagement and participation. All changes will be communicated promptly via the Bonfire portal to ensure all participants are well-informed and can adapt accordingly. 

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